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

Webcasts

A collage of women of different ages and stages of life.

UBC experts equip you with guidance for what to do during this important phase of life.

An illustration of the yellow brain on a pale yellow background, with blue and white flowers emerging from behind it.

Learn how you can improve your cognitive wellbeing for lifelong mental vibrancy and vitality.

Discover ways to work with greater focus, coherence, and ease.

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Head into the holidays with insights to help you eat, drink, and be merry without worry.

A group of doctors sit at a table discussing a patient's care

Enhance your understanding of compassionate and comprehensive care.

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How can we harness the power of AI to protect and improve our health?

women talking

Learn how we can decolonize health-related research and practices.

Dr. Nika Shakiba smiling against a yellow background.

Learn about the promising future of cell therapies, regenerative medicine, and our health.

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Learn about different approaches to increasing and promoting healthy aging.

photo of a persona scooping green health powder into a jar.

Learn about gut health, how to eat to promote it, and the link between diet and medicine.

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Dr. Mary Jung discusses a local diabetes prevention program that’s making a big difference.

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UBC experts discuss their research on how to cultivate happiness in urban environments.