By mid-century, it’s projected that about one quarter of Canadians will be at least 65 years old. More people living longer is a triumph of modern times, but those extra years need to come with good health, independence, and wellbeing. Find out how science and innovation are redefining what it means to grow old.
On November 6, 2025, we honoured nine inspiring members of the UBC community.
UBC researchers are reimagining recovery after spinal cord injury.
alumni UBC’s afterwords is a digital conversation series that shares the stories of some of UBC Okanagan’s extraordinary alumni.
UBC grads defining the future
A marine biologist invites us to listen to the underwater world of Howe Sound.
One pressing question. Multiple expert perspectives.
One pressing question, multiple expert perspectives.
Insider travel tips from alumni around the world
Dr. Benoit-Antoine Bacon reflects on the people and places shaping UBC
Dr. Benoit-Antoine Bacon reflects on the people and places shaping UBC.
Stories, advice, and snapshots of life from UBC Magazine readers.
A glance into UBC’s past
The drunken “radicals” who shook up UBC elections.
Winning entries from our annual writing contest for UBC alumni
More show, less tell
Q&As featuring well-known individuals with a UBC connection
“Seek wisdom, conquer fear, do justice.”