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See attached Image Thurs, Oct 28 12-1:30 pm MS Teams: https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_NmMyOWUyODgtNzljNy00OWUzLWE1ZjQtMDZjMTc3MTllYjAy%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%22a3d10b1d-c226-48f9-a6db-976df918187e%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%225f336f8d-df5e-4c08-b985-f4d0d005f7fe%22%7d For more information, contact Heidi Christie at heidi.christie@ufv.ca 10/28/2021
Métis Day Awareness — Everyone Welcome Tues, Nov 2 1-3 pm Chilliwack campus | Gathering Place, A1457 Come and join us in celebrating Metis Culture & Learn about the traditional Metis sashing ceremony What is Metis Day? The traditional culture of our Métis ancestors, shaped by nature, still exert strong influence on generations today, from … Read more
UFV’s Peace and Reconciliation Centre is hosting a book launch featuring a suite of innovative and artistic books by local Indigenous and settler authors and organizations. Nicola Cambbell, with illustrations by Carrie-Lynn Victor, Stand Like a Cedar (Highwater Press) Melissa Kendzierski (UFV alumna), The Pulse of Poverty (Chilliwack Healthier Community) Chris Silver, Carrie-Lynn Victor, Kris … Read more
Title: Conservation as Innovation: The role of biodiversity in agriculture Abstract: Often the goals of conservation organizations and the goals of farmers are seen as in opposition. But it is increasingly evident that biodiversity can provide a myriad of ecosystem services that can reduce costs for farmers and increase resilience and stability in agro-ecosystems. This … Read more
Calling all bike lovers! Let us gather round, get moving, and explore Vedder Park’s Rotary Loop Trail in Chilliwack. Ana Adamik has kindly offered to take a group of participants on this scenic route. The entire loop can take up to 2 hours and participants of all riding abilities are welcome to join. The group … Read more
SOUTH ASIAN STUDIES INSTITUTE The 5th Annual Symposium – Fall 2021 Building a Diasporic Roadmap through Inquiry and Engagement South Asia represents the regions of Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Nepal, Pakistan, Sri Lanka and the Maldives. More broadly, the historical, political, cultural and linguistic boundaries that constitute the South Asian region are complex and intricate, … Read more
Many of you wanted more meditation training so here is a great opportunity for you. 5 sessions on Tuesdays at noon. Tuesdays Oct 19-Nov 16 noon-1 pm Zoom For more information, contact Nancy Scarrow at nancy.scarrow@ufv.ca 11/16/2021
Join in on some super fun DanceFit classes on October 14 and October 28. Oct 14-28 12:15-1 pm The Cave (back room in south gym) For more information, contact Nancy Scarrow at nancy.scarrow@ufv.ca 10/28/2021
Please join us for fall planting of spring-flowering bulbs at the garden. Tues, Oct 12, 2:30 to 4 pm Fri, Oct 15, 1 to 3 pm Chilliwack campus Shakespeare Reconciliation Garden, east side of Building A, between the Kinesiology wing and the Gathering Place Please dress for the weather and bring yourself. If you have … Read more
Join the South Asian Studies Institute’s reading group related to understanding caste, caste oppression and caste in the diaspora. SASI is committed to understanding, dismantling and challenging ongoing systems of caste oppressions in our local communities, organizations, places, and personal lives. Every two months, SASI will share a reading and host a zoom conversation to … Read more
Registration Link https://ufv-ca.zoom.us/meeting/register/u5ElcOmgqjsrGtETIIhk-6adoOOpI7aWb1VU After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. Mon, Oct 4 11 am-1 pm Online. For zoom registration see the link below. For more information, contact prabhjot parmar at Prabhjot.Parmar@ufv.ca 10/05/2021
Canadian Blood Services will be returning to the Abbotsford campus on Nov 18 for a blood donation clinic. Did you know that there have been 1,014 life saving donations collected at UFV from 2012 to 2020? Help us continue to save lives. Signing up as a Partner for Life with Canadian Blood Services gives the … Read more
Cheer on the Cascades men’s soccer team as they host the UNBC Timberwolves in Canada West regular-season action at Abbotsford’s Rotary Stadium! #GoCascades #WeClimbWeConquer Fri, Oct 15 8 pm Rotary Stadium For more information, contact Dan Kinvig at dan.kinvig@ufv.ca 10/16/2021
Cheer on the Cascades women’s soccer team as they host the UNBC Timberwolves in Canada West regular-season action at Abbotsford’s Rotary Stadium! #GoCascades #WeClimbWeConquer Fri, Oct 15 5:30 pm Rotary Stadium For more information, contact Dan Kinvig at dan.kinvig@ufv.ca 10/16/2021
Cheer on the Cascades women’s soccer team as they host the UBC Thunderbirds in Canada West regular-season action at Abbotsford’s Rotary Stadium! Alongside the game, the Cascades are holding a warm winter clothing drive. Bring your gently used coats, toques, mitts, scarves and/or blankets to the game, and they will be collected for distribution to … Read more