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Instructional Skills Workshop and Facilitator Development Workshop dates for 2026

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The Instructional Skills Workshop (ISW) is an internationally recognized program that provides participants with opportunities to explore their teaching practice through experiential learning. This workshop is designed for new and experienced educators alike. As part of the ISW process, participants deliver mini-lessons and receive peer feedback from fellow participants. • February 17-20, 2026 (Tues-Fri), Abbotsford … Read more

Pruning workshop – sharpen your skills in the garden — Feb 7

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Cost: $119 Join us for an immersive, hands-on workshop where you will learn essential pruning techniques to enhance the health and beauty of your plants. Guided by expert instruction, you will practice making proper cuts on a variety of plant material, including ornamental shrubs, and shade trees. Whether you are a seasoned gardener or just … Read more

Canada’s Ozone Layer Protection Awareness Program (CFC Recovery) — March 23-30

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Cost: $299 Based on Environment Canada’s Code of Practice for reducing chlorofluorocarbon (CFC) emissions, this course covers environmental data, B.C. environmental legislation, the principles of safe refrigerant recovery procedures, refrigerant types and applications, refrigerant properties and toxicity, domestic and commercial refrigeration systems, recovery and recycling operations, refrigerant storage and re-use, and a basic comparison study … Read more

Students invited to take UFV-SUS Food Bank Survey

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UFV-SUS Food Bank Survey A brief 5-minute survey for all students including those who have never used the food bank to share their thoughts and ideas for improving food security programs at UFV. The anonymous survey runs Dec 1 to Jan 30. https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=HQvRoybC-Uim25dt-RgYflwu-YxRu6RNjb18qvENdBdUM0JQM0ZHSDZOWjlQV1FLOUc0NFg2VVgyRS4u For more information, contact Candace Eng at candace.eng@ufv.ca 01/30/2026

Hobby woodworking workshop — Dec 6

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Cost: $119 + $50 material fee Build a one-of-a-kind gift for your loved ones at UFV’s top-notch woodshop! Designed for beginners and hobbyists, you will create a unique charcuterie board under the guidance of our experience instructor. Perfect for the holiday season! Additional materials fee of $50+ taxes due at time of registration Delivery method: … Read more

Vote Now! Halloween Costume Contest

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Back by popular demand, UFV-FSA Halloween costume contest will take place online again this year to allow people on every campus and those working remotely to participate. Upload your best photo, and remember to vote from November 1 until 11:59pm on November 5. Prize categories are: Scariest Funniest Most Original Crowd Favourite Best Small Group … Read more

Recruiting mentors! New International Mentorship program

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Bridging Borders: International Mentorship Program Are you a new international student looking for guidance? Or a returning student eager to help others succeed while developing your leadership and intercultural skills? Bridging Borders is for you. This mentorship program pairs experienced students (mentors) with first-year international students (mentees) for a supportive, cross-cultural learning journey! Mentor applications … Read more

Share your UFV ideas, perspectives, and suggestions

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As a community-focused institution, UFV is committed to collaborative engagement and continuous improvement. We invite you to share your ideas, perspectives, and suggestions to help shape UFV’s strategic direction and future planning. Please share your ideas by filling out this form: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=HQvRoybC-Uim25dt-RgYftjiAKPEnYNPhEH5CcDteylUQTgwSzkwVkdPR1lYTkw5M0lBVkMzNkNaVy4u For more information, contact Tracy Morrison at tracy.morrison@ufv.ca 01/03/2026

Brightspace specialized workshops — various dates

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The TLC is excited to share a fresh lineup of Brightspace-specialized workshops happening this month for faculty and staff! Whether you’re looking to sharpen your skills, discover new tools, or just make your courses shine, there’s something for everyone. All sessions are online via Zoom, and you can register easily using this form: TLC’s October … Read more

Changemaker TIPP Fund — applications due Nov 12

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Interested in Changemaking? Are you interested in exploring a new approach to teaching? Teaching and Learning’s Teaching Inquiries into Pedagogical Practices (TIPP) Fund is how you can make that happen. TIPP supports UFV educators in exploring innovative approaches to teaching and learning through informal, faculty-driven investigations. For 2025–26, the TIPP Fund focuses on regenerative sustainability, … Read more

Instructional Skills Workshop (ISW) + Facilitator Development Workshop (FDW) — October or March

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The Instructional Skills Workshop (ISW) is an internationally recognized program that provides participants with opportunities to explore their teaching practice through experiential learning. This workshop is designed for new and experienced educators alike. As part of the ISW process, participants deliver mini-lessons and receive peer feedback from fellow participants. Oct 14, 16, 21, & 23, … Read more