Seasonal holiday closure — Dec 24-Jan 2

Each year, the university considers the timing of the December statutory holidays and makes a determination on our operating schedule during the festive season. On behalf of the university, we are pleased to confirm that all campuses will close at noon on Tues, Dec 24, 2024 and will reopen on Thurs, Jan 2, 2025. We … Read more

UFV community feedback sought in Presidential search

The UFV Board of Governors has started the process to select the next President & Vice-Chancellor. The successful candidate will succeed Dr. Joanne MacLean when she retires on June 30, 2025, and the board is looking to staff and faculty for feedback on the position profile that will be used in the search. See the … Read more

Call for 2025 honorary degree nominations

It’s that time of year again to consider nominations for UFV honorary doctorates for 2025. The honorary doctorate degree is the highest form of recognition offered by UFV. We have a wonderful legacy of distinguished recipients whose achievements we are honoured to profile and celebrate. These awards are an excellent way to bring publicity to … Read more

Be a part of UFV’s third-annual Open House on Oct 26

This message is sent on behalf of UFV’s Office of the Registrar     Dear Colleagues,    This is your invitation to be a part of UFV’s third-annual Open House – showcasing all that UFV has to offer future students and their supporters.    Open House takes place on the Abbotsford campus Saturday, Oct 26 from 10 am – 2 pm at the UFV Athletic Centre and Evered Hall (Buildings … Read more

Obituary: Bob Aitken has passed away

Bob Aitken, who took on the role of Hope Centre Coordinator in March, passed away on Sept 11. “Bob was doing a wonderful job connecting UFV to the Hope community,” says Allyson Jule, Dean of the Faculty of Education, Community, and Human Development. “Colleagues can attest to his commitment to student engagement, building community, and … Read more

Labour Day holiday closure — Sept. 2

Please be advised that all UFV buildings will be closed on Monday, September 2, in observance of Labour Day. If you require access to a specific area on this day, kindly submit a room/building access request no later than Thursday, July 29. Please note that access will only be granted with a pre-authorized access request. … Read more

Fire device testing on UFV campuses August 12-16

This message sent on behalf of Campus Planning and Facilities Management Please be advised that Johnson Control,  Elite Fire Protection and Kone Elevator will visit UFV’s Abbotsford and Chilliwack campuses Aug 12-16 for fire device testing on emergency lights, sound bells and flashing lights, strobes, fire extinguishers, kitchen systems, elevator shafts, and smoke detectors. Fire … Read more

New expense management system live July 15

UFV’s new expense management system (EMS), Chrome River, is officially live as of July 15.  The new system will streamline the processing of expense claims, while ensuring greater transparency and compliance with university policies and procedures. Starting July 15, employees can access Chrome River and begin entering and submitting expense claims, including Development & Training … Read more