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Bike Skills Workshop for Kids: Road safety
2022-04-02 09:30 - 12:00 (America/Vancouver) | Old Barn Community Centre, 6308 Thunderbird Blvd, Vancouver, BC, V6T1Z4, Canada
This workshop is designed to improve children’s cycling skills. This 2.5-hour fun and interactive workshop will start in the classroom where students will be introduced to the benefits of cycling and how to ride safely by learning fundamental laws, behaviors and communication. Then, in an off-road area, students will ride through drills and practice gearing, stopping, signalling and improving control. Participants will receive on-bike safety and skills instruction in the street. Participants will need to have basic biking experience and they need to bring their own bike and helmet!

Seniors and Friends Lecture Series
2022-03-31 10:00 - 11:30 | Old Barn Community Centre, 6308 Thunderbird Blvd, Vancouver, BC, V6T1Z4, Canada
Music in the Modern World with Erika Galinskaya
Come to the Old Barn Community Centre to explore the role of music in our lives today. Topics will include: the therapeutic aspects of music, why we enjoy listening to music, what makes us want to dance, sing, or play an instrument. A piano performance is included, and a social time will follow with refreshments. Please register here for this free event. Parking near the Old Barn is limited. Please email lquamme@myuna to find out about transportation options.

UNA Virtual Town Hall: Campus Vision 2050
2022-03-03 19:00 - 20:30 | Virtual, Canada
All residents living in the UNA are invited to attend a virtual town hall to participate in a UNA-moderated discussion about UBC’s Campus Vision 2050 (a public planning process that will shape land use in the Vancouver campus). We want to hear from you! Please join us to share your views about what is most important for the future of land development in your neighbourhoods. All residents are welcome to participate, including families and children.
The UNA is actively working with UBC to ensure that the needs of the community are represented in UBC’s Campus Vision 2050 plan. The Land Use Advisory Committee (LUAC) was established to help support the UNA Board with land use and development on the UBC Vancouver campus, and help facilitate discussions on land use planning and development with residents.
The virtual town hall will be hosted by the UNA and will be led by LUAC Chair/UNA Board member, Murray McCutcheon.
To attend the town hall, please register though the link below.
More information about Campus Vision 2050 can be found here: campusvision2050.ubc.ca.
Updates on the UNA’s activities related to Campus Vision 2050 will be posted here: myunatest.kimboagency.com/campusvision2050.
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Coffee Talk
2022-02-28 10:00 - 11:00 | Old Barn Community Centre, 6308 Thunderbird Blvd, Vancouver, BC, V6T1Z4, Canada
Drop by the Old Barn Living Room for a chance to talk to UNA staff and connect with your neighbours around topics that are relevant to our community. Everyone is welcome! Light refreshments will be served.
Registration
Coffee Talk at the Old Barn
Schedule
January 21: Cancelled
February 28: Programs, activities and events in the UBC Community
March 28: Sustainability

Sustainability Sessions: Energy & Climate Action
2022-02-16 12:30 - 13:30 | Virtual, Canada
Session 1: Energy & Climate Action
Join our first Sustainability Session to hear from guest speaker Ralph Wells, UBC Community Energy Manager. This virtual lunch & learn will review green building standards on campus, energy and emissions recommendations, and resources available to residents at the household level to contribute to Climate Action, and the Climate Action Plan 2030. We welcome participants to join an open discussion and Q&A with Ralph, with an aim to connect, share resources, and network with other sustainability champions in our neighbourhood communities. Register here.

UNA Board of Directors Meeting
2022-02-15 17:30 - 19:00 | Virtual, Canada
Board Meeting Information
Subject to mitigating factors, UNA Board of Directors meetings are held on the third Tuesday of each month at the Wesbrook Community Centre. During the pandemic, the following COVID-19 safety precautions will be observed during in-person meetings (subject to any changes in Provincial Health Orders or UNA policy):

Proof of vaccination is not required as Board meetings are classified under essential services.
Board and staff are considered workers while seated at the Board and staff tables, and will not be required to wear masks while seated at their respective tables. Board and staff will be seated separately and socially distanced from the attending public.
Masks will be required for non-Board/staff attending the meeting.
If there are any delegations, they will be able to remove their masks while speaking at the podium.

Materials for the meetings are published on the website:

Meeting Package: Provided before each open Board meeting
Meeting Minutes: Approved by the Board at the following Board meeting

Residents are invited to attend all open sessions. If a delegation wishes to address the Board, advance notice to the Chief Administrative Officer prior to the meeting is required. Delegations are to be heard in the order in which they notify the CAO of their intention to make a presentation to the Board, unless the Board decides otherwise.

Lunar New Year Activities
2022-02-05 13:00 - 15:00 | Wesbrook Community Centre, 3335 Webber Lane, Vancouver, BC, V6S 0H3, Canada
The UNA community is invited to join in on Lunar New Year activities throughout February.

Celebration Booth: Drop-in at the Wesbrook Community Centre on Saturday, February 5, 2022 from 1-3 p.m. to pick-up Lunar New Year give-aways. The booths will be observing COVID-19 safety protocols.
Tiger Artworks: A tiger-themed artwork gallery will be on display at the Wesbrook Community Centre during the month of February.
Calling All Artists! We are calling for tiger-themed artwork submissions from the community. Any form of art is welcome. The deadline for submission is January 31. Please contact Qiuning Wang at qiuning.wang@myunatest.kimboagency.com for more info.

Please note that due to an abundance of care for the safety of our community, the Lunar New Year Committee has decided to cancel the Lion Dance and the larger gathering at the Wesbrook Community Centre gymnasium.

Community Engagement Advisory Committee Meeting
2022-01-26 16:30 - 18:30 | Virtual, Canada
The Community Engagement Advisory Committee represents community interests in providing advice to the Board of Directors on matters related to improving the engagement of University Neighbourhoods residents at both the community and civic levels.
The committee meets every fourth Wednesday of the month. For more information, please see the Committees page.

Meeting Package
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Land Use Advisory Committee Meeting
2022-01-26 12:00 - 14:00 | Virtual, Canada
The Land Use Advisory Committee serves as an advisory committee to the Board regarding land use planning and development on the UBC Campus, as well as to act as a forum to facilitate discussions on land use planning and development with residents. The Committee will bring forward advice and recommendations to the Board for their consideration.

Meeting Package
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Inclusive Community Dance
2022-01-22 10:00 - 12:00 | Old Barn Community Centre, 6308 Thunderbird Blvd, Vancouver, BC, V6T1Z4, Canada
All Bodies Dance Project brings together adults of all abilities, genders, sizes and backgrounds to explore movement as a means of expression. Participants experience the joy of dancing in a diverse community of movers where all of our differences and disabilities are celebrated. Together we will explore improvisation, drawing from contemporary dance in an open, safe and creative environment with live music. Absolutely no experience or skill required! Everyone welcome. ASL interpretation is available upon request by January 8, contact vicente.regis@myunatest.kimboagency.com. Participants who require one-to-one support must provide their own assistant.
Use your UNA Account to register for this event. If you don’t have an account with us yet, get started here.
Registration
Inclusive Community Dance

Coffee Talk
2022-01-21 10:00 - 11:00 | Old Barn Community Centre, 6308 Thunderbird Blvd, Vancouver, BC, V6T1Z4, Canada
Drop by the Old Barn Living Room for a chance to talk to UNA staff and connect with your neighbours around topics that are relevant to our community. Everyone is welcome! Light refreshments will be served.
Register for this event through your UNA Account. If you haven’t yet created an account with us, get started here.
Registration
Coffee Talk at the Old Barn
Schedule
January 21: Cancelled
February 28: Programs, activities and events in the UBC Community
March 28: Sustainability

UNA Board of Directors Meeting
2022-01-18 17:30 - 19:00 | Wesbrook Community Centre, 3335 Webber Lane, Vancouver, BC, V6S 0H3, Canada
UNA Board of Directors meetings are held on the third Tuesday of the month. Meetings are held in-person, with the option to attend online through video conferencing. At the discretion of the Board, some meetings may be held online only. Residents are invited to attend all open sessions.
For the complete schedule, view the 2022 Board Meeting Schedule. There is no meeting scheduled for August 2022.
Attend Online: Via Microsoft Teams
Attend In-person: At the Wesbrook Community Centre
For more information about how to attend, our latest board materials, and important rules of procedure, visit the Board Meetings page.

Emergency Preparedness
2022-01-18 17:00 - 18:00 | Wesbrook Community Centre, 3335 Webber Lane, Vancouver, BC, V6S 0H3, Canada
In recent history, cities around the world have endured large emergencies with devastating impacts. Vancouver could experience a severe emergency too, like a big earthquake. Do you know how you could be prepared for something like this? This session introduces simple things you can do to be prepared in advance of an emergency and ways to make your home safer.
Registration
Emergency Preparedness – January 18, 2022
Register for this event through your UNA Account. If you want to create a new account with us, get started here.

UNA Winterfest
2021-12-11 10:00 - 13:00 | Old Barn Community Centre, 6308 Thunderbird Blvd, Vancouver, BC, V6T1Z4, Canada
Join us in celebrating the holidays at the Old Barn Community Centre. Bring your cameras to get photos with Santa, decorate our community Christmas trees, and make some ornaments to take home. Special guests and surprises await. No registration required. Please note that for all indoor activities, everyone ages 12 and up will be required to show valid proof of full vaccination.

Growing a Farm podcast: The 20-year Journey of the UBC Farm
2021-12-03 | Virtual, Canada
Growing A Farm: the 20-Year Journey of the UBC Farm, is a limited podcast series that tells the story of the beginnings of the Farm in 2001 and the against-the-odds story of saving it.
The podcast is hosted by current LFS student, Anisha Sandhu, who wanted to explore the Farm’s history on its 20th anniversary by speaking to the students, staff and faculty members who were key to turning a vision into reality.

UNA Elections 2021: All-Candidates Forum
2021-11-18 07:00 - 20:30 | Virtual, Canada
Moderated by: H. Hailey Graham
All UNA Members are invited to attend an All-Candidates Forum to learn more about the candidates running in the UNA Elections 2021. The candidates will be introducing themselves and answering questions on UNA issues.
Registration is required to attend. The link to register was emailed to UNA Members on November 12 and will be emailed again on November 17.
For more information and to read the candidate statements, visit myunatest.kimboagency.com/elections.
About the Moderator:
H. Hailey Graham is a family law lawyer practicing in downtown Vancouver. Hailey graduated from UBC with a Bachelor of Arts, majoring in Political Science. She went on to obtain her Juris Doctor from the Peter A. Allard School of Law. During her time at UBC, Hailey was president of the Political Science Student Association, helped to establish UBC’s chapter of Equal Voice, attended Universities Model Parliament as party leader, and volunteered with Legal Education Outreach. In addition to her legal practice, Hailey works as a facilitator for UBC’s Institute for Future Legislators (through the School of Public Policy). In her spare time, Hailey likes to travel, snowboard, and spend time with her family.

Nature Club at the Beaty Biodiversity Museum
2021-11-06 10:30 - 13:00
Drop-in between 10:30 am – 1:00 pm on the first SATURDAY of the month to enjoy special activities for families plus all of our regular museum programming, Raising Big Blue movie, museum tours, and more!
These drop-in sessions are designed for children 5-12 years old accompanied by an adult (not suitable for preschool-aged children). All sessions will be held at the Beaty Biodiversity Museum, with experts from the Pacific Museum of Earth and around UBC making guest appearances. Drop-in activities will run between 10:30 am and 1:00 pm.
Everyone is welcome to participate! Thanks to the generous support of Campus and Community Planning, UBC campus families can take part for free! UBC Campus Families are families of anyone who lives at UBC Vancouver or UBC Okanagan or is a staff, faculty, or student on either campus. Other families are welcome to join us, museum admission rates apply.
Pre-register to guarantee your spot at these activities!
November 6. 2021: Fungi
December 4, 2021: Fossils
January 8, 2022: Bryophytes
February 5, 2022: Birds
March 5, 2022: Marine Invertebrates
April 2, 2022: Mammals
May 14, 2022: Entomology
June 4, 2022: Flowering Plants

Halloween
2021-10-31 15:00 - 18:00 | Wesbrook Community Centre, 3335 Webber Lane, Vancouver, BC, V6S 0H3, Canada
Wesbrook Community Centre has been haunted! Join us for trick-or-treat, Halloween games and other spooktacular activities.

UBC Football Game
2021-10-23 13:00 - 16:00
Join us for the second home football game of the season – UBC Thunderbirds vs the Manitoba Bisons. Cheer on your birds at 1PM at Thunderbird Stadium. Be sure to reserve your free admission early at gothunderbirda.ca/tickets
Go Birds Go!

Great Trek
2021-10-23
The Great Trek has been a staple race in the Vancouver running community for years – formerly the Fall Classic. In partnership with the University of British Columbia, the Great Trek pays homage the Great Trek of 1922, where students marched to their current campus. This popular Vancouver event features races for everyone with a Half Marathon, 10KM and 5KM route, plus a Hat-trick option with bonus prizes if you run all three races. Join the run community and end your running season on a high note – clock a personal best time for the year or come just for the fun!
6am – 1pm – Full Road Closures as follows:
East Mall CLOSED from University Boulevard to Crescent Road. Access to Chan Centre loading bay will be maintained at all times.
· Crescent Road CLOSED from East Mall to West Mall.
· NW Marine Drive CLOSED from West Mall to West 16th Avenue. Access to Fraser River arcade, Place Vanier Commons Block and St. John’s College lot maintained between gaps in runners
· Lower Mall CLOSED from Memorial Road to University Boulevard
· West Mall CLOSED from University Blvd to NW Marine Drive
· Memorial Road CLOSED – between East Mall and Lower Mall
· Access to St. John Hospice, Botanical Gardens and Thunderbird stadium via gaps through runners

Electric Vehicle Meet N Greet
2021-10-21 17:00 - 18:30 | Virtual, Canada
Join this event if you’re curious to learn more about the shift to Electric Vehicles, and how you can be involved. Whether you’re interested in retrofitting your strata parkade for electric charging stations, or want to meet other UNA residents who have made the electric transition, this event will support the network. With presentations from service providers and electric vehicle experts, this Meet & Greet will provide education and connections for those interested in going electric. This event is free, but registration is required.
Register Online

UBC Men's Hockey Home Opener
2021-10-15 19:00 - 21:00 | Doug Mitchell Thunderbird Sports Centre, 2555 Wesbrook Mall, Vancouver, BC, V6T 1Z3, Canada
Come out and support your UBC Men’s Hockey team as they play in their Home Opener on Friday October 15th at the Doug Mitchell Thunderbird Sports Centre! 🥅
Thanks to our sponsors, almost all UBC home games are FREE this year but you are still required to reserve a ticket due to limited capacity. So hurry and get on gothunderbirds.ca/tickets to secure your spot!
CAN’T WAIT to see you in your blue and gold! Go Birds Go!

UBC Football Home Opener
2021-10-01 19:00 - 21:00
FOOTBALL. IS. BACK!!!
Wow, it has been a while since we were able to watch a live T-Bird Football game and we are ready to welcome the fans back! UBC Football is taking the field next Friday October 1 in their Home Opener against Saskatchewan at 7PM at Thunderbird Stadium.
This year, we are offering FREE ADMISSION to all of our football games! Please check out the Covid guidelines and claim your ticket at gothunderbirds.ca/tickets. There will be a limited capacity so be sure to snag one early! See you there.

AGM 2020 & 2021
2021-09-29 19:00 | Virtual, Canada
The University Neighbourhoods Association (UNA) will be holding its Annual General Meeting 2020 and Annual General Meeting 2021 on September 29, 2021 at 7 p.m. through video conference (Zoom). The 2020 AGM was delayed due to governance changes approved at the Special General Meeting held last year September 30, 2020. The 2021 AGM will be held immediately after the 2020 AGM. Members can vote online during the meeting or by proxy. The agenda and process for voting can be found at myunatest.kimboagency.com/agm.

UBC Soccer Home Opener
2021-09-24 17:30 - 21:30
After a cancelled season due to COVID last year, the UBC Thunderbirds are excited to be competing again, and to welcome fans back. Next Friday evening September 24, we host our Women’s and Men’s Soccer Home Openers against UNBC at 5:30pm and 7:30pm, at Thunderbird Stadium.
Thanks to support from generous partners and sponsors, we are offering FREE ADMISSION to almost all games this season. Details on COVID guidelines and to order tickets visit gothunderbirds.ca/tickets. Hope to see you at the games! ⚽️

Citizen Science for Plants and Pollinators: Tips and Tools to ID Plants
2021-09-17 10:30 - 11:30 | UBC Botanical Garden, 6804 SW Marine Drive, Vancouver, BC, V6T 1Z4, Canada
Join us to learn about citizen science and how to identify plants from speakers Alex Wong, Daniel Mosquin, and Winnie Hwo.
Event: Citizen Science for Plants and Pollinators: Tips and Tools to ID Plants
Location: Zoom. Register here.
Date: Friday, September 17, 2021 @ 10:30 am – 11:30 am
Cost: Free
Register here
Citizen science, also known as community science, is a type of scientific research conducted by the public in collaboration with scientists to address a research topic. It has a long history of practice in many fields such as medicine and astronomy.
This online seminar aims to foster a deeper understanding of the role of citizen science in the fields of biodiversity and conservation. Join us to learn about ways to participate in citizen science and gain insight into the world of plant and pollinators.
Session facilitator, Alex Wong, is a senior Biology student working with the UBC Botanical Garden on citizen science initiatives. He will explain the role citizen science plays in science and explore the various ways to be involved in scientific research. Winnie Hwo is the Senior Public Engagement Specialist for the David Suzuki Foundation, and she will be sharing her experience on the impact of citizen science on the Butterflyway Project. Daniel Mosquin, Research Manager at UBC Botanical Garden, will share his knowledge on plant identification and the tight-knit relationship between plants and pollinators.
This workshop is hosted by UBC Botanical Garden in collaboration with CCUB (Climate Crisis in Urban Biodiversity). CCUB aims to inspire the next generation of students to work towards the interconnected global challenges of climate change and biodiversity loss. It works to support student-led, inclusive, and demand-driven research to yield scalable solutions towards the climate emergency and the biodiversity crisis.

Neighbours Day 2021
2021-09-11 13:00 - 16:00 | Wesbrook Community Centre, 3335 Webber Lane, Vancouver, BC, V6S 0H3, Canada
Reconnect with your neighbours and see what’s new at the UNA! This year, we’re celebrating Neighbours Day a little differently with a small festival that will showcase an array of activities by the Wesbrook Community Centre Splash Pad. Join us for food, music, arts, a dog pack walk and more!
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Try-It Week 2021
2021-09-07 - 2021-09-11 | Wesbrook Community Centre, 3335 Webber Lane, Vancouver, BC, V6S 0H3, Canada
Come and try a class for free! Meet instructors and discover a new activity or two during our annual Try-It Week. We are offering free programs all week long from September 7-11, 2021. A variety of classes are available for children, adults and seniors, including sports & fitness, dog classes, music and more.
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UBC Returns to Campus: A Town Hall for Residents
2021-08-18 19:00 - 20:00 | Virtual, Canada
Presenters:
Rae Ann Aldridge, Executive Director, Safety & Risk Services
Pam Ratner, Vice-Provost & Associate Vice-President, Faculty Planning
Moderator:
Sundance Topham, Chief Administrative Officer, UNA
Summary:
As UBC plans for a return to on-campus instruction and activities this fall, leaders from the UBC Vancouver Office of the Provost & Vice-President Academic, and from Safety & Risk Services will deliver a presentation on what to expect on campus for residents living in UBC neighbourhoods. The speakers will take questions at the end of the presentation.
Registration:
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Fire Stewardship through Indigenous Stories
2021-07-22 12:00 - 13:00 | UBC Botanical Garden, 6804 SW Marine Drive, Vancouver, BC, V6T 1Z4, Canada
Join us to learn about Indigenous Fire Stewardship from Indigenous speakers Shyann Thomas, Amy Cardinal Christianson & Brad Mardsen.
Event: Fire Stewardship through Indigenous Stories
Location: Zoom. Register here.
Date: Thursday, July 22, 2021 @ 12 pm – 1 pm
Cost: Free
This virtual session will explore Indigenous understandings and experiences relating to the long history of fire stewardship across Turtle Island, and highlight its value and importance in our changing climate.
Wildfires are currently burning across Western North America. Our forests were resilient for thousands of years, but have struggled due to the settler colonial actions impacting traditional practices.
Session facilitator, Shyann Thomas, is an Indigenous youth working with UBC Botanical Garden and Environmental Youth Alliance. She will be sharing why she is interested in fire stewardship, and what meaning and value it brings. Amy Cardinal Christianson is a Fire Research Scientist with Canadian Forest Service, sharing her experiences working with Indigenous wildfire stewardship & revitalizing cultural burning practices. Brad Marsden will be sharing his perspectives on fire and its importance in advancing Truth and Reconciliation for individuals and organizations.
Session attendees will be invited to ask questions, creating space for an open dialogue about Indigenous perspectives and relations to fire.
**Please register to receive your Zoom link (it will be emailed 48 hours before the event).**
