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Budget Townhall — Oct 15
You are invited to attend a UFV Budget Town Hall on Thursday, October 15, 2026, from 10:30 am to 12 pm at Abbotsford campus in Lá:léms Ye EverGreen Conference Centre, J180 or via Teams. Join us to hear an important budget update. The session will include a presentation by President James Mandigo, followed by a … Read more
SASI Fall Lecture Series begins Oct 8
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
Thanksgiving Day holiday campus closures — Oct 12
Please be advised that all UFV buildings will be closed on Mon, Oct 12 in observance of Thanksgiving Day. If you need to access a specific area during these times, kindly submit a Room/Building Access request no later than Wed, Oct 7. Please note that access will only be granted with a pre-authorized access request. … Read more
Senate public meeting — Oct 16
The next Senate public meeting is scheduled for Fri, Oct 16. The meeting starts at 1:30 pm on the Chilliwack campus, in room A2207. Items for the agenda need to be received by noon on Oct 6, and can be emailed to UFVSenate@ufv.ca. See the full meeting schedule at https://www.ufv.ca/senate/meeting-schedule/. Fri, Oct 16, 2026 Starting … Read more
School of Education Open House — Nov 12
Come visit the School of Education at the UFV Mission campus on Thursday, Nov 12 from 5-7 pm and learn about the Bachelor of Education, the Early Childhood Education certificate and the Inclusive Education Assistant Certificate. The campus is located at 33700 Prentis Avenue, and we look forward to seeing you. Thu, Nov 12, … Read more
Women’s Sports Night — Oct 14
Looking for a fun, supportive, and active way to spend your evening? Drop-in women’s inclusive basketball is a welcoming program open to women-identifying, non-binary, and gender non-conforming individuals of all skill levels. Check it out on Wed, Oct 14, from 5-9 pm in the Building E north gym on the Abbotsford campus. Whether you’re new … Read more
Abbotsford campus scavenger hunt — Oct 7
Get ready for an exciting evening of some friendly competition! On Wednesday, Oct. 7 from 6:30 to 8:30 pm, join UFV Campus Recreation & Active Living on the Abbotsford campus for a scavenger hunt where you’ll solve riddles, and complete fun challenges with your team. Teams will travel to various locations across campus, using clues … Read more
Reminder for EV parking — only for vehicles being charged
With full activity back at campus and parking lots filling up quickly, we want to remind our UFV community that EV Charging stalls can only be used if you are actively charging your vehicle. These spaces must be kept available for those who rely on charging to be able to get home each day. If … Read more
Badminton Tournament — Oct 7
Grab your racquet (or borrow one of ours), team up with a friend or play on your own, let the smashes begin! Join us for a fun, friendly, and fast-paced badminton tournament featuring both Singles and Doubles play. It’s your chance to rally, compete, and connect, don’t miss out! Further details and event information can … Read more
President’s Leadership Lecture Series with Rick Westhead — Oct 22
PRESIDENT’S LEADERSHIP LECTURE SERIES An evening with Rick Westhead Award-winning journalist. Investigative storyteller. Changemaker. Join UFV for an evening with Rick Westhead, TSN senior correspondent and award-winning investigative journalist, as he explores the stories behind his reporting — and the responsibility we all share to speak up, listen, and help create safer, more inclusive communities. … Read more
Call for Nominations for Faculty Excellence Awards — deadline Dec 7
Let a UFV faculty member or lab instructor know they’ve made a difference. Nominate an outstanding instructor in recognition of their excellence in teaching, research, or service. Nominations for any of the three faculty excellence awards may be made by students, alumni, staff, faculty, or university officers. Award recipients will receive a personalized plaque, a … Read more
Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers (HCP) course — Nov 1
UFV School of Continuing Education is running Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers (HCP) in person at the Clearbrook Centre on Saturday, Nov 1, from 8 am-noon. This course is designed to build participant confidence in performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) skills in a team environment for professionals with a duty to respond such as: … Read more
Project Management Fundamentals Microcredential
UFV School of Continuing Education is running the Project Management Fundamentals Microcredential course this fall. Learn the basics of good project management, planning considerations, and how to create reasonable, manageable project objectives. Explore ways of keeping your project on track. Learn how to manage information using Microsoft Project and develop Gantt charts, employee calendars, progress … Read more
Red Cross Psychological First Aid
This course is for those who require in-depth knowledge and techniques to recognize and assist people in crisis after experiencing loss, grief, trauma, and stress, with an emphasis on self-care and personal protection. Learners will apply the Red Cross Look, Listen, Link, Live model – a resiliency-building approach to emotional, psychological, and social well-being that … Read more
Red Cross 2026 Basic/Emergency First Aid Fall 2026 dates
This course provides simple First Aid and CPR techniques taught in an interactive environment for people who want to know how to respond to emergencies in the home or workplace. Learn about adult cardiovascular emergencies, CPR, choking, airway and breathing emergencies, sudden medical conditions, prevention of disease transmission, and injuries to head and spine. The … Read more