CTLT Indigenous Initiatives Virtual Coffee Hour with the Community Engagement Network (For UBC Staff & Librarians)
May 6, 2025 | Join CTLT Indigenous Initiatives and Community Engagement for a casual online gathering designed to foster shared learning and conversation around embedding Indigenous ways of knowing and doing into community engagement practice.
Meet the CEN: Angela Han, Community Engagement Strategist, UBC Okanagan
Angela Han is the Community Engagement Strategist with UBC Okanagan’s University Relations team. Learn how Angela helps build respectful, reciprocal partnerships across the Okanagan, how listening to community needs informs her work, and how a collaboration with the Kelowna Chamber of Commerce is helping local businesses navigate U.S. tariffs.
2025 UBC Partnering in Research Conference
June 12, 2025 | Join us for a full-day event designed to explore the power of collaboration in research. Faculty, staff, graduate students, and community partners will come together to share insights, address challenges, and develop strategies to drive equity and justice forward.
Reframing ADHD: Moving Beyond Stigma to Advocate for a More Inclusive Future
May 2, 2025 | Join us for a conversation with Dr. Amori Yen Mikami and the ADHD Advocacy Society of BC as we explore ADHD research, challenge stigma, and premiere a new video series promoting acceptance and inclusion.
Remembering Tadmor: Exploring the Use of Digital Conservation After Destruction
May 10, 2025 | Can we build a digital defense against the erasure of culture? Join UBC Connects at Robson Square and the Department of Anthropology for a fascinating conversation about how digital technologies, communities, and diplomacy can come together to preserve cultural memory.
Indigenous-Led Forest Stewardship and Climate Action in North America
April 28-29, 2025 | Join Indigenous leaders from Canada, Mexico, and the United States for an inspiring conversation on forest stewardship and climate action.
Meet the CEN: Karen Chu, Innovation Partnerships Manager
Karen Chu serves as the Innovation Partnerships Manager at UBC’s Office of the Vice-President, Research and Innovation. In this interview, Karen shares her insights on building effective partnerships and aligning mutual goals to address critical societal challenges.
How to Explain Your Community Engagement Work to People Who Don’t Get It
March 11, 2025 | University staff supporting community engagement play a vital role in fostering partnerships and creating impact but can often struggle to convey the value of their work. Join us for an interactive session to clarify your role, advocate for your programs, and communicate the impact of engagement.
Exploring 21st Century Fertility Law: How modern Canadian families are navigating the complex legal challenges of fertility
March 10, 2025 | Join us for this accessible and informative conversation and Q&A about the complexities and challenges in family and fertility law in Canada. This important public conversation will shed light on gaps between Canadians’ lived experience of family life and legal realities, and explore intersections of law and social change.
Meet the CEN: Donna Langille, UBCO Open Education Librarian
Donna Langille is the Open Education Librarian at UBC Okanagan. Hear about the impact of libraries and librarians in community-university engagement, and Donna’s recent collaborations.
Advancing Anti-Racism and Resilience through Mentorship and Leadership
February 15, 2025 | One-day symposium to bring together racialized leaders, community leaders, and allies from across multiple sectors and communities to engage in impactful conversations about equity, inclusion, and leadership.
Meet the CEN: Mandy Young, Community Engagement Coordinator
Mandy Young is the Community Engagement Coordinator for Patient and Community Partnership for Education in the Office of UBC Health. A dedicated patient partner and caregiver, Mandy works to integrate patient perspectives into the education of future healthcare professionals.
UBC Asian Independent Cinema Showcase: Kissing the Ground You Walked On
February 6, 2025 | Join us for the opening of the Asian Independent Cinema Showcase with the Vancouver premiere of award-winning film, Kissing the Ground You Walked On. Explore themes of queer identity, diversity, and art and join a conversation with award-winning director, Hong Heng-fai, live from Macau.
January Community Engagement Network Meet-Up
January 21, 2025 | Celebrate the new year by meeting your peers who lead and support community-university engagement at UBCV!
Introduction to Visual Thinking, Graphic Facilitation, and Graphic Recording
February 20-21, 2025 | Looking for a unique pro D opportunity that combines visual art and knowledge exchange? Check out this two-day immersive workshop.
POSTPONED: Insights from Organizing an Indigenous-Led Event: UBC’s Intergenerational March to Commemorate Orange Shirt Day
POSTPONED | Hear from event co-founders Dana-Lyn Mackenzie and Danilo Caron, along with student organizers, and gain actionable insights for planning meaningful, community-centered events that honor truth and reconciliation.
UBC Connects: CMS-Sector Research Collaborations Day 2024
November 13, 2024 | A one-day workshop dedicated to forging lasting partnerships and delving into (de)colonial perspectives on migration research and Indigenous data sovereignty through engaging interactive activity.
Demystifying UBC’s Financial System: Supporting Fair and Timely Payments for Community Partners
November 7, 2024 | Develop the skills you need to process payments smoothly and fairly within UBC’s financial system. Strengthen your partnerships by ensuring prompt, transparent compensation for community collaborators.
Voices for Health Equity
November 4, 2024 | Join scholars, UBC faculty, and community leaders to explore approaches and collaborations to advance health equity.
Unlocking BC’s Housing Potential: How the New Single-Egress Code Can Help Us Build Better Communities
October 25, 2024 | Curious or concerned about BC’s new building code that allows small apartment buildings to have only one exit staircase? Explore how this policy shift could support affordable, family-friendly, and low-carbon housing.
BC’s Policy Challenges: Join UBC Connects for a Panel Discussion on the 2024 Provincial Election
October 10, 2024 | Join experts from UBC’s Department of Political Science for a panel discussion and Q&A on how the 2024 BC Election will shape public policy in areas like the environment, energy, public health, and housing.
Crafting a Compelling Narrative: How to Tell Your Research Story
October 8, 2024 | Learn the art and science of storytelling to tell your research story with authenticity and impact. Gain tools to captivate funders’ attention and showcase the significance of your work.
Stories of Partnership: Kelowna Museums & UBCO Library
October 2, 2024 | Explore the longstanding partnership between Kelowna Museums and UBCO Library, their current projects, and future plans.
Community Engagement Network: “Meet Up at MOA”
September 24, 2024 | As the beginning of a new academic year is right around the corner, come and meet your peers who lead and support community-university engagement at UBCV!
How to Keep the Lights On: Strategic and Financial Planning for Sustainability in Community Engaged Research
September 20, 2024 | Learn to craft a compelling business case for your community-engaged research program. Gain insights into the business case framework, access practical tools, and identify strategies for financial sustainability.
CUES Fund info session #1: What to know before applying
September 12, 2024 | Get an overview of the CUES fund, review the applicant guide and eligibility requirements, and ask any questions before submitting your Notice of Intent.
Stories of Partnership: hua foundation + UBC ACAM & ACRE
June 25, 2024 | Hear about hua foundation’s longstanding relationship with faculty, staff and students of UBC ACAM & ACRE, and how this partnership has grown over the years.
Decolonizing and Engaging in Research by Way of Graphic Recording
June 10, 2024 | Learn about the skills and experiences of graphic recorders Adriana Contreras and Michelle Buchholz. Discover how graphic recording can enhance your research and serve as a tool for decolonization, creativity, and engagement.
I’m a Community Engaged Researcher. Should I Start a Non-Profit?
June 3, 2024 | Explore the benefits and challenges of non-profit organizations for research, offering a decision-making framework and guidance for those considering launching a non-profit entity to support their community-engaged initiatives.
Stories of Partnership: AMSSA & UBC’s Centre for Migration Studies
May 28, 2024 | Hear about the evolving relationship between UBC and AMSSA, a province-wide association well known as an umbrella organization for the BC immigration and settlement sector.
Defining and Describing Community-Engaged Scholarship for Promotion and Tenure
May 21, 2024 | Learn how to effectively present your community-engaged scholarship, focusing on outputs, outcomes, and processes, to enhance recognition and appreciation of your work across your portfolio.
What Doesn’t Kill It Makes It Stronger: Navigating Conflict in Partnered Research Teams
May 2, 2024 | Learn how to identify and navigate conflict in research teams using the Thomas Kilmann Conflict Mode Instrument. Transform disagreements into opportunities for deeper understanding and impactful collaboration.
Crafting a Compelling Narrative: How to Tell Your Research Story
April 30, 2024 | Storytelling is a powerful tool for engaging audiences, securing research funding, and delivering impactful messages. In this interactive workshop, learn how to tell your research story with clarity, authenticity, and impact.
Meet the CEN: UBC’s Centre for Asian Canadian Research and Engagement
In our fourth episode, we interview the team behind UBC ACRE, an incredible initiative that is working to center the voices, experiences, and expertise of Asian Canadian communities, both within the university and, crucially, beyond it.
True Reconciliation: Applying Insights to Community-University Engagement
Mar 19 | Join us for a special CEN session to reflect together on Jody Wilson-Raybould’s book and talk on True Reconciliation
Indian Residential School History and Dialogue Centre Visit
Feb 15 | Join us for a guided tour of the Indian Residential School History and Dialogue Centre. Learn about the on-going impacts of colonialism on Indigenous history to better inform your community engagement work.
Imagining Multisensory Art: Learning from Objects; Literacy and Inclusion
January 27 | Join the Vancouver Art Gallery for a discussion on how collaboration between educational and artistic institutions can enhance accessibility.
Stories of Change: Documentary Screening + Atlas
January 26 | The “Stories of Change” project team is excited to invite you to an exclusive screening of their climate resilience documentary. Discover the stories of resilient communities in Bangladesh who are confronting the impacts of climate change.
Wellbeing Festival: Celebrating Local Mind-Body Health
January 20 | Join Maternal and Infant Health Canada for an event focused on BIWOC (Black, Indigenous, Women of Colour) themes. The event will feature meditation, reflection, and creative activities.
Let’s Talk About Your Data: A Discussion of Public Health Data
November 29 | Curious how your data is contributing to advancements in health care? Learn from health experts, data specialists, and patient voices about the benefits of sharing public health data and the innovative tech safeguarding it.
Postcards: Trans Narratives on Stage
November 12 | Join us for a unique event that intertwines art and research to amplify trans voices. Hear from talented trans and queer artists and be part of championing trans joy, community, and liberation.
Meet the CEN: Kshamta Hunter, Manager of Transformative Learning and Student Engagement
In our third interview, we introduce Kshamta Hunter, the Manager of Transformative Learning and Student Engagement within the Sustainability Hub at UBC.
How UBC staff are integrating Indigenous ways of knowing into their community engagement work
November 9 | Join the on-going conversation on how staff in the CEN are integrating Indigenous ways of knowing and doing into their community engagement work and advancing the goals and actions of the ISP.
The Age of Disruption in Public Policy: DRIPA and Social Media
October 27, 2023 | United Way BC Public Policy Institute (PPI) proudly presents a full-day event that brings together PPI alumni, non-profit leaders, and political science students. Explore the latest trends and strategies in public policy, with a special focus on the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (DRIPA) and the influential role of social media.