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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
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
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
The UFV Communications team is hosting its bi-annual faculty and staff headshot session on Wed, Jan 21, from 9 am to 4 pm on the Chilliwack campus in Building A, room 2428. All sessions are drop-in (no appointments) and take 15 minutes maximum. When you come to the session please keep these tips in mind: … Read more
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
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
Join our Hobby Woodworking class and create a one-of-a-kind charcuterie board you’ll be proud to give or keep for yourself! Learn woodworking basics and give the gift of a unique learning experience — perfect for the holidays! Sat, Dec 6 9 am–3:30 pm UFV Trades and Technology Centre, Chilliwack campus Cost: $119 + ($50 + … Read more
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
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
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
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
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
Relax, learn, and connect in one of the Teaching and Learning Centre’s spaces. Located on the Abbotsford campus, these rooms are managed by the Teaching and Learning Centre (G104). Feel free to drop in and explore new technologies, read a book, or chat with a staff member in Teaching and Learning. ThinkerSpace (G124) Capacity: seats … Read more
The UFV Ecochallenge is back! Our fifth annual Ecochallenge will run from Oct 1-31, and is open to all UFV employees and students. The goal of this challenge is to inspire and amplify our collective efforts towards a more sustainable future by engaging in sustainable and positive actions within the UFV community. As if that … Read more
This Fall, young adults affected by cancer are invited to participate in Yoga for Young Adults (YAY) — an evidence-based yoga program developed in partnership with Dr. Amanda Wurz of UFV Kinesiology and the team at InspireHealth. The program is open to young adults affected by cancer who want to participate in a supportive, community-based … Read more