Spotlight

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.

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.

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

Campus

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This hub will advance research connections, academic partnerships, and talent development.

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A new fund will help accelerate and scale companies advancing UBC research and discoveries.

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Medal moments, equity research, and elite training reveal UBC’s impact on winter sport.

This new building houses nursing, kinesiology, and student health programs.

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UBC has Western Canada’s largest co-op education program and the second largest in the country.

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Researchers and scientists need broad support from Canadian organizations and institutions.

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Check out our interactive map and dive into some fun facts as we mark UBCO’s 20th anniversary!

UBC Okanagan.

UBC Okanagan welcomes older learners and collaborators.

The coyote with one bad leg became an unofficial mascot on UBC’s Vancouver campus.

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Curator Ryo Sugiyama tends a living bridge between Japan and Canada.