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New students joining programs at the Chilliwack campus are invited to check out events at the start of the fall and winter semesters. The First Week Feast is one of those, being held Thursday, Sept. 8 from 11:30 to 2 pm on the Chilliwack campus (Building R). Take advantage of the chance to connect with … Read more
Join us on the first day of the fall semester, Tuesday Sept 8 at the Abbotsford Campus. From 9 am to 4 pm, this is your chance to meet other students, ask staff and faculty questions, connect with support services, and experience life at UFV before classes even starts. We can’t wait to meet you! … Read more
Please be advised that all UFV buildings will be closed on Wednesday, July 1, in observance of Canada Day. If you need to access a specific area during these times, kindly submit a room/building access request no later than Thursday, June 25. Please note that access will only be granted with a pre-authorized access request. … Read more
Starting June 15, adding money to Campus Cards will be faster and more convenient than ever. Students will be able to securely add funds online through a new digital payment option available on the UFV Campus Card website. Learn more here.
Haq and History: Journeys Across BC is a free public exhibit opening Sunday, June 21 from 2-4 pm at the Sikh Heritage Museum in Abbotsford (33089 South Fraser Way). The exhibit celebrates four years of South Asian Canadian community histories gathered from across British Columbia. This bilingual (English-Punjabi) travelling exhibit was developed as part of … Read more
This course provides comprehensive First Aid and CPR techniques for those who need training to meet work requirements or wish to know how to respond to emergencies in the home. It covers cardiovascular and breathing emergencies, CPR C, prevention of disease transmission, soft tissue injuries, poisons, and injuries to the head and spine. It is … Read more
UFV’s Modern Languages department is launching a new Linguistics and Language Studies associate certificate in September 2026. This 12-credit credential introduces students to the study of language, including how language is structured, learned, and used in diverse cultural and social contexts. Students take courses in linguistics alongside a 200-level language course in areas such as … Read more
The next Senate public meeting is scheduled for Fri, June 5, 2026 at 1:30 pm on the Abbotsford Campus, Room A225. For more information, contact Marlene Affleck at marlene.affleck@ufv.ca 06/05/2026
A chance to join an easy-going group ride during Spring GoByBike Week! This will be a slow paced 5 km ride along the Vedder river rotary trail, a flat gravel path away from vehicle traffic, that will help you to build confidence on your bike and open to all abilities including those new to riding, … Read more
Led by Mark from Restorative Cycle, this workshop is geared towards those who want to learn the very basic basics of fun and safe cycling – from hand signals and where to ride along roads, to lights and reflectors, to pumping up your tires and oiling your chain. No bike required to participate! After an … Read more
Don your favourite apparel and join us from 4-7 on Wednesday, June 17 for a celebration of community joy at the fourth Annual Pride Tea Dance. This UFV tradition is returning to the Abbotsford campus (Building K patio) and everyone is invited to celebrate and party in an inclusive, welcoming community. This year, we’re putting … Read more
UFV Trades’ Real Baking for Youth summer camps are back July 13-16 at the Chilliwack Trades and Technology Centre. Young bakers will gain hands-on experience in kitchen safety, and baking techniques, and create delicious treats under the guidance of Red Seal baking instructor Shoshawna Blair. Two camps are available: Camp 1: Junior Bakers (Ages 9–12) … Read more
On Thursday, June 18 from noon to 1 pm, let’s chat online about traditional storytelling practices, or anything associated with story and oral traditions. Chat-S (Storytelling) sessions are led by Leanne A. Joe, UFV’s Indigenous Curriculum Developer, and are scheduled via Zoom with a topic to guide our discussion. Email TLCevents@ufv.ca to register. Thu, June … Read more
Join Leanne A. Joe on Monday, June 22, from noon to 1 pm in the UFV Chilliwack Shakespeare Reconciliation Garden for a territory acknowledgment workshop. During this session, we will learn about Stó:lō’s relationship with Téméxw. We will connect with the land and create a personal and culturally appropriate territory acknowledgment. This workshop will be … Read more
Join us on on Thurs, June 4 from 11 am-2 pm at The’i:tsliya Health and Community Centre on Skowkale First Nation for the launch of a Stó꞉lō-led, university-supported initiative supporting the revitalization of Halq’eméylem. Prior to settler contact in what is now known as Canada, Indigenous cultures, languages, and traditions were deeply rooted and widely … Read more