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An experienced designer guides a young student through pattern making in a fashion studio.

About Us

Find out what makes LaSalle College Vancouver stand out

Welcome to LaSalle College Vancouver

LaSalle College Vancouver has a rich history intertwined with the city.

LaSalle College Vancouver has a long history of providing quality education. The College traces its origins back to 1979 through the amalgamation of several institutions which collectively became The Art Institute of Vancouver in 2002. In 2017, the school became a member of the LCI Education network and changed its name to LaSalle College Vancouver. LCI Education traces its Canadian origins back to LaSalle College in Montreal, which was founded in 1959. Present on 5 continents, the LCI Education network consists of 23 institutions in Canada, Mexico, Costa Rica, Colombia, Spain, Turkey, Morocco, Tunisia, Indonesia, and Australia.

Today, LaSalle College Vancouver is a creative hub dedicated to career-driven education and part of LCI Education. With more than 30 programs, the institution is a place where creativity runs free.

LaSalle College Vancouver's fusion of local expertise and an international network of higher-education institutions aims to democratize high-quality creative and applied arts education worldwide. LaSalle College Vancouver delivers programs with credentials ranging from bachelor’s degrees, and diplomas to certificates.

Since 2010, LCV has been recognized by the Princeton Review as having the best Game Design program in Canada and one of the top ten programs in North America. LCV alumni have worked on nine of the top ten-grossing films of all time, 81 Oscar-nominated feature films, and have been part of 13 Academy Award-winning Visual Effects teams. Acknowledged as one of the “Top 50 Fashion Colleges” by Fashionista , LCV’s fashion design students have participated in numerous high-profile events including New York Fashion Week, and Vancouver Fashion Week, and received accolades from many sources including Telio Canada’s Breakthrough Designer competition. LCV takes pride in its direct links with the workplace and educational network worldwide, offering diverse opportunities and support for students to be exposed to industry and build the skills necessary for success.

Why LaSalle College Vancouver?

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Impactful Careers Begin at LaSalle College Vancouver

Innovation-driven curriculum and expert mentorship in a brand-new, state-of-the-art creative environment.

Creative drive? Make it thrive at LaSalle College Vancouver.

LaSalle College Vancouver's Brand-New Campus Opens in 2025!

LaSalle College Vancouver's classrooms, labs, and common spaces put technology, active learning, and inspiring community at the forefront of the learner experience.

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Join LCI Education's Global Community

Vancouver, Barcelona, Melbourne. Your creative path knows no borders.

Follow your inspiration with the LCI Education Exchange Program.

The World is Your Classroom.

Change the Game with LaSalle College Vancouver's Top-Notch Programs

The Princeton Review has ranked LaSalle College Vancouver among the best Game Design Schools in Canada 10+ years running.

Our Mission

Our mission is to provide quality, industry-relevant creative arts education.

LaSalle College Vancouver commits to excellence in knowledge and skill development in an innovative and inclusive learning environment that prepares learners for successful careers in the Applied and Media Arts.

Our Core Principles

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Quality

We care for quality of work and excellence in all our endeavours.

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Creativity

We value inspiration and innovation.

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Mutual Consideration

We champion diversity, placing social and environmental concerns at our mission's core.

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Initiative

We value taking initiative and calculated risks towards impactful results.

LCI Education Foundation

Enriching learning opportunities both inside and outside the classroom
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Helpful Information

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Online Learning

Experience the incomparable learning journey of LCI Education fully online!

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The World is Your Classroom: 12 institutions on 5 continents

LCI Education comprises 12 higher education institutions located on 5 continents. Our decentralized approach empowers each campus as its own, independent, boutique school, with the advantage of being part of a distinguished global network, 65-year heritage, and well-established reputation for academic excellence. Each year, LCI Education, across our institutions, is proud to welcome over 20,000 learners from 100+ countries who entrust us with their education.

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Accreditations

LaSalle College Vancouver is designated by the Private Training Institutions Branch (PTIB) of the Ministry of Advanced Education of British Columbia and is registered with the Ministry of Post-Secondary Education and Future Skills. Government funding is available to qualifying full-time learners.

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