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How can Canada repair a broken housing system while also future-proofing it? At UBC, researchers are tackling this question from multiple angles: piloting more efficient and sustainable construction methods, informing policy that recognizes adequate housing as a basic right, and designing homes that protect occupants from natural disasters and the effects of a warming climate.

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

One pressing question. Multiple expert perspectives.

Cast your vote in the search for UBC’s most famous graduate.

Insider travel tips from alumni around the world

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

Winning entries from our annual writing contest for UBC alumni

More show, less tell

Q&As featuring well-known individuals with a UBC connection

Articles

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Here’s what these researchers found about the connection between food and nightmares.

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Voting is open from 9 a.m. PT on Monday, July 13, 2026, until 9 p.m. PT on Thursday, July 16

A UBC Women's Soccer player and a UBCO Women's Soccer player both going for the ball during a game.

Which global soccer superstar has practiced on a UBC training pitch?

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As this showcase’s final rounds approach, some matchups are proving difficult to call.

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Voting for this round is now closed.

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With Round 2 complete, this showcase continues to evolve in compelling ways.

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Voting for this round is now closed. Find out who advanced.

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The first round votes are in—and the results are worth exploring.

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Voting for this round is now closed. Find out who advanced.