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Members of the UFV and wider local community are invited to attend Stories of Place, a free, five-part public storytelling series built around a single question: What helps people feel they belong? At each gathering, local storytellers share how belonging takes shape in this place — through welcome, home, opportunity, relationship, and voice. Together, the … Read more
The first event in the South Asian Studies Institute (SASI) Fall lecture Series takes place on Thu, Oct 8 from 5-7 pm in Building J (room J182) on the Abbotsford campus. As SASI kicks off year-long 20th anniversary celebrations, Dr. Satwinder Kaur Bains, Professor Emeritus and inaugural Director of SASI, will reflect on two decades … Read more
The Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce will host a live-streamed candidates’ debate on September 9, ahead of the Abbotsford-Mission provincial by-election, providing voters and the business community with an opportunity to hear directly from those seeking to represent the riding. Abbotsford-Mission By-Election Candidates’ Debate Wed, Sept 9 5–6:30 pm Watch: Live on the Abbotsford Chamber of … Read more
Dear colleagues, We’re pleased to announce the launch of Zoom(ing) to Teams, an initiative that will move UFV from Zoom to Microsoft Teams for classroom teaching, webinars, and virtual collaboration. This transition, which will be completed in August 2027, reflects our ongoing commitment to giving faculty, staff, and students technology that is effective, integrated, and sustainable. By expanding … Read more
As a permanent UFV employee, if you, your spouse/partner, and/or dependents plan to enroll in a course or courses at the university, UFV’s tuition waiver program offers you the opportunity to have the tuition fee waived. The deadline to submit a tuition waiver application for the fall 2026 semester is midnight on Sept 1. To … Read more
There will be a power shutdown to UFV on Saturday, May 30 beginning at approximately 1 pm. This is in relation to the B123 Transformer Room project, and the fire that happened in August 2025. Details: Saturday, May 30 1 pm 4–5 hours Abbotsford campus: Buildings A, B, C, and D Key facts: No classes … Read more
Dr. Keith Carlson, Canada Research Chair in Indigenous and Community-Engaged History, will present a lecture sharing new research on the history of colonial power on Sto:lo people and its ongoing legacies. History for Reconciliation Thurs, May 7 7-9 pm Abby B101 Free admission — no registration required
UFV Graduating 2026 Indigenous Students please join us to celebrate your accomplishments. – – For more information, contact Tery Kozma-Gahwiler at tery.kozma@ufv.ca 06/11/2026
This message is sent on behalf of Campus Planning and Facilities Management Dear UFV Community, CPFM will be starting two construction projects at the Abbotsford campus beginning Monday, April 13: Campus Green project: between the new dining hall and student housing South parking addition: south of Building C near Gillies Avenue Work is expected … Read more
This message is sent on behalf of Dr. James Mandigo, President and Vice-Chancellor, University of the Fraser Valley Dear UFV students, faculty, and staff, As we look ahead to the next chapter of the University of the Fraser Valley, we are undertaking a thoughtful refresh of our Integrated Strategic Plan—one that reflects both who we are today … Read more
The tuition waiver deadline for the summer semester is midnight on April 27. As a permanent employee, if you, your spouse/partner, and/or your dependents plan to enroll in a course or courses at UFV, the tuition waiver program offers you the opportunity to apply to have the tuition fees waived. 04/24/2026
Dr. María Eugenia De Luna (Modern Languages) is conducting a research study examining the visibility of Halq’eméylem in public spaces at the University of the Fraser Valley’s Abbotsford and Chilliwack campuses. This project explores how Indigenous language visibility on campus connects to awareness, cultural engagement, and institutional reconciliation efforts. Students, staff, and faculty are invited … Read more
Longtime UFV employees will be sad to hear of the passing of Dona Coates, a faculty member in early childhood education in the 1990s. Here is a link to her obituary: https://vancouversunandprovince.remembering.ca/obituary/dona-coates-1093323752
Please submit financial claims in a timely manner As we move through the 2025/26 fiscal year, Financial Services and Procurement Services requests and appreciates your cooperation in submitting expense claims, invoices, purchasing requisitions, timesheets, and other financial documentation in a timely manner. Submitting these items promptly throughout the year helps us to: ensure accurate and … Read more
UFV will close for the annual seasonal closure at noon on Wed, Dec 24, and remain closed until Friday Jan 2, 2026. The final pay of the year — Dec 31 — will be paid on Wed, Dec 24. All employees who are paid by time sheet are encouraged to estimate the number of hours … Read more