Budget update
Read an update on the UFV budget here: https://www.ufv.ca/budgets/financial-sustainability/ For more information, contact Tracy Morrison at tracy.morrison@ufv.ca 03/31/2027
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Staff invited to volunteer for Orientation | Day ONE and Ask Me Stations
We are excited to welcome new students to UFV for the Fall Orientation at Day ONE: Welcome to Campus, and during the first week of classes. If you are available, we are seeking staff volunteers to assist with wayfinding and various other roles at Day ONE, as well as Ask Me Station hosts for September … Read more
Social Sciences and the Art of Changemaking Summer Camp — Aug 4-7
Do you know a Grade 11 or 12 student who wants to learn more about social sciences and research? We are now accepting applications for the free Community Health and Social Innovation (CHASI) Hub’s Social Sciences and the Art of Changemaking Summer Camp. The camp will take place Aug 4-7, from 9am to 3 pm … Read more
Tuition waiver deadline is September 1
As a permanent UFV employee, if you, your spouse/partner, and/or dependents plan to enroll in a course or courses at the university, UFV’s tuition waiver program offers you the opportunity to have the tuition fee waived. The deadline to submit a tuition waiver application for the fall 2026 semester is midnight on Sept 1. To … Read more
Great Campus Gathering: Employee BBQ — Aug 26
Attention employees! Come on out to the Great Campus Gathering on Wedn, Aug 26 at the UFV Chilliwack campus green for an afternoon filled with food, music and games! This is a great way to enjoy the last days of summer and welcome the upcoming academic year! Hope to see you all there! Wed, Aug … Read more
UFV phone services survey
UFV IT Services is looking for info on how employees use desk phones or softphone. Please take a two-minute survey, available at https://blogs.ufv.ca/itservices/2026/07/it-services-telephony-review-survey/ 07/31/2026
Updated board policies and bylaw
The following Board policies and bylaw were approved at the June 18, 2026 board meeting: BRP-200.06 Board Policy on University Policies – New BRP-225.05 Board Policy on Acting President – Revised BGB-110.14 Board Meeting Management And Board Processes Management – Revised https://www.ufv.ca/board/ 07/15/2026
Enroll in Teaching and Learning Centre’s Brightspace training course
Whether you’re new to Brightspace or looking to get more out of the tools you already use, this self-paced course offers practical guidance, teaching tips, and just-in-time resources to support your success. You can self-enroll at any time and access the materials whenever you need them. Enroll at this link.
Canada Day campus closures — July 1
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
Add money to your Campus Card anytime, anywhere starting June 15
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 — opening June 21
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
Red Cross Standard First Aid Course — July dates
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
New Linguistics and Language Studies associate certificate launching September 2026
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
Policy updates — cash handling, microcredentials, space policy
The new Cash Handling policy (251) and Microcredentials Policy (245) along with the revised Use of University Space policy and procedures (132) are available on the website below: Please feel free to pass along this email to your respective areas. https://www.ufv.ca/secretariat/policies/#d.en.993640 For more information, contact Marlene Affleck at marlene.affleck@ufv.ca 06/12/2026
Senate public meeting — June 5
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