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Learn about privacy legislation in British Columbia and discuss topics such as freedom of information requests, protection of privacy and related processes. Stephen Gaspar, legal counsel, facilities the discussion on Nov 16. Register at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/privacy-training-workshop-tickets-728894321537?aff=oddtdtcreator. Thur, Nov 16, 2023 Noon to 1 pm UFV Abbotsford, room A225 For more information, contact Tara Rozenek at tara.rozenek@ufv.ca … Read more
Join the UFV Student Union Society and UFV International for an unforgettable horror movie night filled with scares, activities, and most important, candy! The movie is Scream. To really get in the Halloween mood, bring your costume and check out our spooky photo booth. Tickets are free and can be obtained at https://clubs.getqpay.com/?eid=21753 Mon, Oct … Read more
For over a century, conflict between Israelis and Palestinians has been waged over land, self-determination, safety, security, and many related matters. The current war has escalated this conflict and rendered it seemingly out of control. New levels of inhumane acts have claimed thousands of lives on both sides. No end is currently in sight, with … Read more
What to Do With Your History Degree is an event organized by the Association of History Students to showcase professions that are available for history students. This event allows university students to hear from past history students about their experiences in the workplace. Current history students will hear from alumni about job opportunities and what … Read more
Come to a Taylor’s Version 1989 listening party Oct 27 at the Student Union Building lounge on the Abbotsford campus. Dress up as your favourite Swiftie era for the event which runs from 4-6 pm. Craft supplies (friendship bracelets and paper rings) will be provided along with small snacks. This event is being done in … Read more
The Student Refugee Program is putting on a Halloween night to bring students together and raise awareness for our program on campus. We will have a pumpkin carving contest, watch a Halloween-themed movie, and enjoy snacks together. This event is open to all UFV students and we would love to have anyone join! Follow this … Read more
There are upcoming opportunities to spend time together in the Shakespeare Reconciliation Garden at the Chilliwack campus at Canada Education Park. Enjoy garden care and tea from 3:30-4:30 pm on Oct 19, 2023. Enjoy garden care, tea and Halloween candy from 3 to 4:30 pm on Oct 27. Dress for the weather and bring your … Read more
What’s really going on with youth crime in Abbotsford? The second Exploring Equity speaker, Dr. Darryl Plecas, looks beyond headlines and shares how Abbotsford can make a real impact. Join us Nov 2 at UFV’s Abbotsford campus. More details and tickets (by donation), visit https://www.tickettailor.com/events/ufvscommunityhealthandsocialinnovationhub/1022662 Donations from this event support the UFV-SUS Food Bank. Thurs, … Read more
Join us for an intimate performance of the Tar Sands Songbook, which is touring along the Trans-Mountain pipeline route in November 2023. Created by musician, author and activist Tanya Kalmanovitch, Tar Sands Songbook is an 80-minute solo performance that combines field recordings, storytelling, personal history, and live violin and fiddle music to investigate our invisible … Read more
You’re invited to the second annual Student Perks Market. Visit Evered Hall on the UFV Abbotsford campus on Thursday, Oct 26, 2023 between noon and 4 pm to learn about the perks offered with your UFV student card. Meet with and shop local vendors to score amazing deals. Kick off those fall vibes by visiting … Read more
The opening reception for the Tripping in the Dark photo exhibition is Oct 18 at the S’eliyemetaxwtexw Art Gallery. Tripping in the Dark features the work of Jared Soegard, who seeks to explore the diverse emotional aura brought upon by the nighttime by presenting a variety of spaces photographed at night. This project is not … Read more
Purple Lights Nights is a campaign to raise awareness about intimate partner violence in our communities. Please support the Abbotsford/Mission Purple Lights Nights 12th annual campaign by attending one of our events (see image), buying a Purple Lights Nights t-shirt from the UFV Bookstore (https://ufv.bookware3000.ca/Catalogue/ufv-clothing/t-shirts/purple-lights-nights-tshirts), or following our social media (@purplelightsnightsfraservalley on Instagram and Purple … Read more
The Abbotsford School District, Abbotsford Police Department and the BC RCMP invite parents and interested members of the community to attend the ‘Be Well, Be Safe’ event at the Abbotsford Arts Centre on Wednesday, Oct 18 at 7 pm. Cathy Peters, an anti human-trafficking educator, speaker, and advocate will address strategies to protect youth from … Read more
Join us at UFV Chilliwack library’s second Science Café on Drought in the Fraser Valley, Wednesday, Oct 11, 10–11:30 am. We’re supposed to be living in a rain forest, but lately it feels more like a semi-arid desert. Where’s all the water? Our Science Café will feature Dr. Eric Gerbrandt, UFV’s 2023 distinguished alumni … Read more
The University of the Fraser Valley looks forward to welcoming 10 acclaimed authors from across the province for a one-day celebration of British Columbia’s literary brilliance. Headlining the Nov 4 event will be two Governor General’s Award winning authors: Lorna Crozier, poet and Officer of the Order of Canada, and Darrel J. McLeod, Cree novelist, … Read more