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Fire device testing on UFV campuses August 12-16

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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

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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

Sad news: Gary Williams has passed away

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Many at UFV will be saddened to hear that Gary Williams, a resident Elder with UFV’s Indigenous Student Centre, passed away on June 30, 2024. Shirley Hardman, Associate Vice-President, Xwexwílmexwawt, prepared this statement: “It is with a deep sense of loss that we inform our university community of the passing of long-time resident Elder Gary … Read more

Hot water off in UFV Abbotsford B Building — July 2-4

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This message sent on behalf of Facilities Management Domestic hot water pipes are being replaced in B Building on the Abbotsford campus next week. From 7 am to 5 pm daily between July 2 and 4, hot water will be unavailable to the kitchen and lunchroom sinks on all levels (see attached graphic). Washrooms will … Read more

Section of Gillis Avenue on UFV Abbotsford campus closed until June 23

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A portion of single-lane traffic on Gillis Avenue on the UFV Abbotsford campus is closed this week due to construction on the new student housing. The section of Gillis Avenue south of Lá:lem te Baker and the UFV Bookstore remains closed until Sunday, June 23, to allow for underground utility connections. Road closure signs will … Read more

Memorial on Abbotsford campus marks Red Dress Day

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Red Dress Day is on Sunday, May 5, serving as a day of reflection and activism in honour of missing and murdered Indigenous women, girls and 2SLGBTQQIA+ peoples. This week, the Xwexwilmexwawt office (room B309) at the Abbotsford campus is commemorating the day with a red dress memorial. The Red Dress campaign grew from the … Read more

Nicole Adams selected as UFV’s new Chief Financial Officer

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Dear Colleagues, Upon careful consideration of the evolving needs of our university, and the changing landscape of higher education, the combined role of Chief Financial Officer and Vice-President Administration has been divided into two distinct positions. This strategic move aims to enhance our administrative capabilities, streamline financial management, and provide focused leadership in both critical … Read more

Health care needs survey – Does UFV need a health clinic?

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A survey is being conducted as part of a faculty sabbatical project. The survey, which can be accessed at this link,  focuses on accessibility of health care for UFV students/employees and seeks to determine whether medical services on-campus are needed and would be utilized. This survey should take no more than 10 minutes to complete … Read more

BCHF Conference brings history home to Chilliwack — May 4

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The annual conference of the British Columbia Historical Federation (BCHF) will be held at UFV Chilliwack on Saturday, May 4. The one-day gathering includes the annual meeting of the BCHF, a keynote presentation from Dr. Si:yémia Albert “Sonny” Mchalsie and UFV’s Dr. Keith Thor Carlson, and a three-hour guided cultural road tour of S’ólh Téméxw … Read more