Day 2 @ LIYSF

Hello everybody and Welcome to day 2 of the 66th LIYSF ceremony! The day kicked off bright and early, thanks to jet lag, I found myself wide awake at 4 AM. After trying (and failing) to fall back asleep, I finally gave in around 5-ish and got ready for breakfast before heading out to the … Read more

Jet Lag, New Friends, and a Flag-Bearing Surprise: Day 1 at LIYSF Begins!

Kashvi our student representative is attending the London for the London International Youth Science Forum 2025. She kicks off her journey making global connections, a scenic stroll through South Kensington, and an early honour at the Opening Ceremony. Read her blog below:  After flying from Vancouver to Toronto, and then finally to London, I officially … Read more

CWSF Bronze Medals

Bronze Medals Awarded at Canada-Wide Science Fair 2025 This spring, four exceptional students from the Langley and Chilliwack School Districts proudly represented our region at the 2025 Canada-Wide Science Fair in Fredericton, New Brunswick. Their participation was made possible thanks to the generous support of the University of the Fraser Valley (UFV) our dedicated  Educational … Read more

New Program – Bachelor of Regional and Community Planning

From UFV Now New UFV degree program inspires community connections Wind fluttered through the banners over Montrose Avenue, where UFV’s newest degree program made its mark on the Abbotsford community. The Bachelor of Regional and Community Planning (BRCP) is a four-year degree that draws connections between environmental studies, art, natural sciences, policy and law, urban design, history, … Read more

Test Fishing Observers – Season Vacancy – Pacific Salmon Commission

Seasonal Vacancy Announcement – Test Fishing Observers Role Overview The Pacific Salmon Commission (PSC) Secretariat is hiring up to two seasonal Test Fishing Observers to collect test fishing catch and biological data required to provide fisheries management advice to the Fraser River Panel. The following test fisheries are located on the lower Fraser River and … Read more

UFV Open House – Chilliwack – Feb 27, 2025

UFV Chilliwack Open House 2025 Explore exciting, career-focused opportunities in Trades & Technology, Health Sciences, and Agriculture. What to expect: Tour state-of-the-art facilities, meet expert faculty and staff, attend live demonstrations, experience hands-on activities. Trades & Technology Tour the shops, labs, and kitchens of the Trades & Technology Centre. BC Builders Road Show: Explore a 34′ … Read more

Dr. Lenore Newman leads report on food production technology

From UFV Now Dr. Lenore Newman cares deeply about food security, and she believes new technologies are key to ensuring Canada’s food production remains strong even as climate change intensifies. Global food production is suffering in the face of droughts, flooding, geopolitical instability, and other threats, and solutions are needed.  “Actively growing our innovation portfolio … Read more