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Focus College

Abbotsford, Kelowna, Surrey, British Columbia, CanadaEst. 1992College / Polytechnic

Focus College is a career college in Surrey, Abbotsford, and Kelowna, British Columbia, offering employment-focused programs since 1992.

  • Opened its doors in 1992
  • Campuses in Surrey, Abbotsford, and Kelowna, BC
  • Designated under the Private Training Act by the Ministry of Advanced Education
  • Awarded the Education Quality Assurance (EQA) designation
  • Won the 2025 BCAMA Marketing Excellence Award
  • Partnership with the University of the Fraser Valley (UFV)

About

Focus College has been educating and supporting members of the Canadian community since opening its doors in 1992. Its mission is 'Empowering Minds Through Quality Education.' The college aims to create an innovative, inclusive, and dynamic learning environment that empowers individuals and communities to reach their highest potential. Its vision is to be the college of choice recognized for an inclusive, globally minded community. Sajjad Ali is the President & CEO.

Academics

Focus College offers employment-focused programs in Business, Information Technology, and Travel & Tourism. Program areas include Business & Management, IT & Computing, Hospitality & Tourism, Health & Social Services, Law & Community Safety, and Language & Communications. Graduates of the Advanced Certificate in Business have a transfer path to the University of the Fraser Valley (UFV) through a special partnership.

Campus & Facilities

The college has campuses in Surrey, Abbotsford, and Kelowna, British Columbia. Listed facilities include classrooms and learning spaces, IT services, student lounges and study areas, program-specific specialized labs, a learning management system, student email accounts, campus parking, and wellness and counselling supports.

Accreditation & Recognition

Focus College is designated by the Ministry of Advanced Education through the Private Training Institute Regulatory Unit (PTIRU), under the Private Training Act. It has also been awarded the Education Quality Assurance (EQA) designation, which is available to institutions that meet or exceed the quality assurance standards of BC. In 2025, the college won the BCAMA Marketing Excellence Award.

Admissions

Admission routes include domestic applications from within Canada, standard applications for students with Grade 12 or equivalent, and international applications from outside Canada. Applicants can apply through the online form using the How to Apply process.

Founded
1992
Type
College / Polytechnic
Courses
15
Total intake
Not yet verified
HousingNot available
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Courses offered
15
Avg career outcomes
Not yet verified
Total intake
Not yet verified
Housing
No
Data last verified October 2026 · compiled from official sources