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CHASIcast 21: Dance, Hope, and Pride with Dr. Craig Jennex

Photo of Dr. Craig Jennex at a dance, arms raised and eyes closed with a happy expression on his face. He is cast in a purple light, with balloons above and a glittering decoration out of focus behind him. Text overlaying the image reads: "CHASIcast #21 - Dance, Joy, and Hope."

The CHASIcast is pleased to welcome Dr. Craig Jennex, an associate professor of English at the Toronto Metropolitan University. Join host Dr. Martha Dow and Dr. Jennex as they discuss the widespread impact of collective social dance in queer history and how dance can inspire hope in the present day. Resources Dykes, Dancing, & Politics … Read more

June 2026 CHASI Champion: Jennifer Martel

Photo of Jennifer Martel and Chelsea Klassen, holding up a certificate that reads "CHASI Champion" and smiling for a photo. Text overlaying the photo reads: "CHASI Champion: Jennifer Martel, Sustainability Manager."

A CHASI champion is someone who has been pivotal to CHASI’s success, and embodies changemaking, community, collaboration, and student support. We will be highlighting a new champion each month! Jennifer Martel is our June CHASI Champion! Jen’s role is the Sustainability Manager in UFV’s Office of Sustainability. Jen has led multiple collaborations with CHASI, including … Read more

Strengthening Fire Safety in First Nations Communities: What Canada’s Fire Service Needs to Know

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This article is part of a series of posts led by CHASI Research Associate Len Garis, who has been a long-time partner of CHASI through his work with the National Indigenous Fire Safety Council. His guest blog posts explore a wide range of topics related to firefighting and firefighters in Canada. You can read all of … Read more

4th Annual UFV Pride Tea Dance — June 17, 2026

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Don your favourite apparel and join us for a celebration of community joy at the 4th Annual Pride Tea Dance! This UFV tradition is returning to the Abbotsford campus on Wednesday, June 17, and everyone is invited to celebrate and party in an inclusive, welcoming community. This year, we’re putting the emphasis on the dance part of … Read more

Building the Path Together: An Indigenous Framework for Advancing Fire Safety in Canada

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This article is part of a series of posts led by CHASI Research Associate Len Garis, who has been a long-time partner of CHASI through his work with the National Indigenous Fire Safety Council. His guest blog posts explore a wide range of topics related to firefighting and firefighters in Canada. You can read all of … Read more

Advancing Community Fire Safety in Canada: A Fire Service Perspective on the LEAD Framework

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This article is part of a series of posts led by CHASI Research Associate Len Garis, who has been a long-time partner of CHASI through his work with the National Indigenous Fire Safety Council. His guest blog posts explore a wide range of topics related to firefighting and firefighters in Canada. You can read all of … Read more

May 2026 CHASI Champion: Ana Adamik

Photo of Ana Adamik, Operations Manager for UFV Research and Graduate Studies, standing with CHASI Lead Researcher Chelsea Klassen in front of CHASI's mural. Text overlays reading "CHASI Champion" along with Ana's name and title. Both women are smiling for the camera.

A CHASI champion is someone who has been pivotal to CHASI’s success, and embodies changemaking, community, collaboration, and student support. We will be highlighting a new champion each month! Ana Adamik is our May CHASI Champion! Ana’s role is Operations Manager in the office of Research and Graduate Studies. Ana supports CHASI with all things … Read more

The Cost of Waiting: Managing Cancer Risk in Canada’s Fire Service

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This article is part of a series of posts led by CHASI Research Associate Len Garis, who has been a long-time partner of CHASI through his work with the National Indigenous Fire Safety Council. His guest blog posts explore a wide range of topics related to firefighting and firefighters in Canada. You can read all of … Read more

Advancing Fire Safety in Indigenous Communities: Evidence, Action, and the Path Forward

Stock photo of a smoke alarm, with smoke visibly wafting up to it.

This article is part of a series of posts led by CHASI Research Associate Len Garis, who has been a long-time partner of CHASI through his work with the National Indigenous Fire Safety Council. His guest blog posts explore a wide range of topics related to firefighting and firefighters in Canada. You can read all of … Read more