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The Financial Aid & Awards office is looking for volunteers to adjudicate UFV’s Leadership Awards for 2026. The time commitment is roughly 8-10 hours to review, and adjudicators are given approximately 10 working days to adjudicate their assigned awards. This is a great opportunity to get to know UFV’s outstanding students and their commitments and … Read more
UFV’s Explore Trades Sampler program takes place from June 8-Aug 28. This in-person course is ideal for students, young adults, or women wishing to learn practical skills, gain general employment certifications, and explore trades careers. The 12-week full time program (9 am to 3 pm Mon-Fri) takes place at the UFV Chilliwack Trades & Technology … Read more
Over two sessions (June 6 and 13) at UFV’s Clearbrook Centre, learn techniques for effective time and stress management. From 9 to 11:45 am each day, find out how to identify stressors, set priorities, handle interruptions and crises, and improve work methods and productivity. To register phone 1-888-823-8734 and select option 1. https://www.ufv.ca/continuing-education/courses/business-and-management/management-skills/ 06/04/2026
The Betty Urquhart Award is one of UFV’s most meaningful recognitions, celebrating individuals whose leadership, compassion, and commitment strengthen communities across the Fraser Valley. Named for one of UFV’s founding employees, the award honours Betty’s belief that lasting change begins with service, generosity, and a willingness to show up for others. In addition to recognition, … Read more
Advanced Floral Wedding Designs workshop Cost: $989 Prerequisite: Open to all graduates of the UFV Floral Design certificate program or professional florists with a minimum of 2 years design experience. Do you love weddings and helping to make a bride’s dream come true by creating beautiful bridal flowers? Take your floral design skills to the … Read more
Examine the copyright and legal considerations affecting the design of a communication plan. Find out about protecting work and explore legal issues surrounding personal and organizational information, privacy, open source materials, print materials, images, videos, and social media in public relations practices. Course dates: April 27 – May 17 This course is held online with … Read more
Learn to prepare an employment portfolio, including traditional resumés and cover letters, online materials, and social media career profiles. Review interview techniques to present yourself professionally. Course Dates: May 19 – May 25 This course is run online with no scheduled meeting times To register, please contact continuingeducation@ufv.ca https://www.ufv.ca/continuing-education/courses/business-and-management/public-relations/ For more information, contact Holly Seeley … Read more
A speaker series with Dr. Keith Thor Carlson Join us for a four-part evening series exploring the histories that continue to shape our present and the role each of us can play in moving toward meaningful Indigenous-settler relationships. Through accessible and thought-provoking lectures, Dr. Keith Thor Carlson (UFV Canada Research Chair and Director of PARC) … Read more
Cost: $903 Prerequisite: Recommended Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) 6 or higher with good English reading, writing, and speaking skills. Course work is done online in English. Students need a computer/laptop with reliable internet, microphone, and camera. Course Overview: Get a solid introduction to custodial and housekeeping through theory and hands-on video instruction. Learn cleaning procedures … Read more
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
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
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
Join us on Earth Day for a classic litter clean up! Staff, students, and community members are welcome to join us 12-1 pm on Wed, April 22. We will pick up litter on the streets near our Abbotsford campus. This is a great way to get some movement in during your day while also doing … Read more
Learn the digital skills you need to thrive in an office environment. During a seven-session course running between May 5-26 at UFV’s Clearbrook Centre, get introduced to common Microsoft Office programs such as Excel (spreadsheets), Word (word processing), PowerPoint (presentations), Outlook (email), and MS Forms, as well as Adobe Acrobat and video conferencing programs. Each … Read more
A course taking place Thursday, May 14 from 5-9 pm at UFV’s Clearbrook Centre is designed to build participant confidence in performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) skills in a team environment. Students learn the important steps in performing a rapid assessment, performing basic life support skills, and performing rapid defibrillation. This day course provides students with … Read more