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We’re excited to announce the opening of the new Active Transportation Hub in Building F on the Abbotsford campus, designed to support sustainable commuting on campus. The facility offers secure storage for bikes, scooters, e-bikes, and e-scooters, with 24/7 access, security camera monitoring, and secure entry using your campus card. Amenities include showers, changerooms, and … Read more
The Indigenous Arts certificate (Fall 2026) offers Indigenous artists a flexible, cohort-based program that blends creative practice, mentorship, and cultural learning. Guided by Stó:lō artist Cody Tolmie, the certificate supports students across artistic disciplines while exploring Indigenous histories, rights, and contemporary issues, preparing learners for professional growth. Find out more: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1BmbxUfCXRBqx1mG3dK0iqUC8b6JImJU0/view For more information, contact … Read more
New policy approvals: Cash Handling (251) policy Microcredentials policy (245) They can be found on the website link below: https://www.ufv.ca/secretariat/policies/updates/policy-activity/ For more information, contact Marlene Affleck at marlene.affleck@ufv.c 05/05/2026
A hands-on workshop series focused on building foundational AI literacy, strengthening prompting skills, and applying AI effectively in your workflow. The workshops are scaffolded but can be taken separately if you have a good grasp of the basics. Requirements: Laptop plus a free OpenAI account and access to Copilot. Facilitators: Anna Griffith, PhD & Dr. … Read more
Leanne A. Joe is offering beginner language sessions for greetings and territorial place names. Do you want to: · learn how to introduce yourself in Halq’eméylem? · practice pronouncing the names of the local First Nations? · learn some of the history of Halq’eméylem and our sister dialects? If you are staff or faculty at … Read more
Save the date! UFV Alumni Association AGM On behalf of the Chair Bradley Menard (BA AdEd ’21, BGS Ed Tech. ’14), and the UFVAA Board of Directors, you are invited to the UFV Alumni Association’s 2026 Annual General Meeting on May 26. Event details Tues, May 26 6:30 pm Abbotsford campus, J building, room J182 … Read more
The next Senate Public meeting is scheduled for Friday, May 8, 2026 at 1:30 pm at the Trades and Technology Campus, Rivers T1068. The deadline for submission for items for the agenda is Tuesday, April 28 at noon. Please email your submissions to UFVSenate@ufv.ca https://www.ufv.ca/senate/meeting-schedule/ 05/08/2026
The Department of Biology is hosting BC BIO Day on April 29, 2026 which coincides with UFV’s ConnectED conference. It is a not-for-profit conference, held one day each year for biology faculty members, graduate students and others involved in post-secondary education, typically coinciding with Provincial Articulation meetings. Presentations can be on anything related to teaching … 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
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
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
Join Leanne A. Joe for the Territory Acknowledgement 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 acknowledgement. *This workshop will be conducted outside. Dress appropriately for the weather. Email TLCevents@ufv.ca to register, or drop in! Tues, April … 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