A Day in the Life at Western Maritime Institute
I entered the halls of the school, and the place was buzzing with excitement. Students of all ages gathered in groups, meeting each other as old shipmates, or [...]
“Should I Go to School, or Do I Challenge the Exams?”
One of the first questions asked by mariners as they contemplate furthering their qualifications is, "Should I go to school, or do I challenge the exams?". Let's take [...]
COVID-19 Updates
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=de9oytABeNw&feature=youtu.be WMI continues to monitor the COVID-19 SituationMaintaining a safe learning environment and reducing the spread of COVID-19 is both an individual and a shared responsibility.We are looking [...]
New Course: Basic Training for Ships Operating in Polar Waters
Effective Jan 1st 2017 , all ships making voyages into Polar waters must have on board officers whom have received mandatory training at both the Basic and Advanced [...]
One Woman’s Journey Into The Marine Industry
Happy International Women’s Day to all of the strong, tenacious and pioneering women of the marine industry! One of my favourite things about this industry is how everyone [...]
Top 5 in Demand Marine Industry Jobs in British Columbia
Navigating the complexities of the marine industry can be challenging. There are many regulations and variables for each position and ticket. However, for those who are just getting [...]