Bendale Business and Technical Institute

Bendale Business and Technical Institute (B.T.I.) is committed to providing a high-quality, unique, and alternative curriculum for students who wish to pursue business and technical careers. The programs at Bendale are designed to take advantage of the wide range of learning styles, strengths, and needs of our students. After graduation many Bendale students continue their training through apprenticeship programs. Other students elect to attend community colleges or go directly to the workplace.

As a complement to traditional academic skills development, there is a strong focus on hands-on learning, personal management skills, and teamwork. The Conference Board of Canada has identified these skills as those most desired by employers.

In grades 9 and 10, students are encouraged to choose a variety of technical and business courses from over 27 different course offerings. Students in grades 11 and 12 choose one specific technology or business area in which to specialize, and a complete package is designed to support each focus area. Each package emphasizes particular skills and knowledge related to the area of specialty, and the emphasis on employability and career development is clear throughout the school. These packages can lead directly to employment, to community college programs and to apprenticeship programs.