• BRAES Brown Bag Seminar: Dr. Jimmy Garnier

    Fipke Centre (FIP) 3247 University Way, Kelowna, BC, Canada

    Please join BRAES and Dr. Rebecca Tyson for the upcoming BRAES Brown Bag Seminar. Presenter Dr. Jimmy Garnier, French National Centre for Scientific Research (CNRS), Univ Savoie Mont-Blanc. Title Diversity, propagation and evolution of mutualistic species' community: a mathematical perspective. Abstract Mutualisms—ecological interactions between two or more species in which all partners benefit—are ubiquitous. For […]

  • Ecological Storytelling: Indigenous-Led Filmmaking and Intergenerational Knowledge Transmission in Outer Island Micronesian Communities

    Arts Building (ART) 1147 Research Road, Kelowna, BC, Canada +1 more

    Participatory filmmaking has long been a tool for social change.In the Outer Island communities of the Yap, Federated States of Micronesia, Ulithian youth are migrating from their homes and cultivating diasporic online spaces. This talk will emphasize the politics and ethics of engagement in visual storytelling, including consent and representation in visual anthropology.

  • Memory Café

    University Centre (UNC) - Ballroom 3272 University Way, Kelowna, BC, Canada

    Join us for entertainment, activities, music and refreshments Memory Cafés welcome people with cognitive decline and dementia, their families, their caregivers and community members who care. This event will feature a short musical play, Postcards from Yesterday, that examines how memory loss affects not only the individual but the relationships around them, highlighting compassion, resilience, and […]

  • Hot Topics in IP

    Engineering, Management, and Education Building (EME) 1137 Alumni Ave, Kelowna, BC, Canada

    Many underestimate how critical intellectual property (IP) strategy is—until it blocks growth, investment or global scaling. This workshop helps build strong IP foundations early for informed strategic decisions.

  • Personalized Atrial Fibrillation self-care in a digital world

    Okanagan Regional Library (Downtown Kelowna) 1380 Ellis, Kelowna, BC, Canada

    Join us for a discussion about the latest research, evidence, and experiences in decision-making for atrial fibrillation self-care. People with atrial fibrillation participate in treatment decisions with their healthcare providers, but also must make decisions every day about managing their condition. Whether related to their symptoms, risk factors, activity, or healthcare seeking, patients can find […]

  • Becoming a compassionate community: Lessons learned from eight Canadian communities

    Online virtual event

    A compassionate community is a community of people who are passionate and committed to improving the experiences of those living with a serious illness, caregiving, dying and grieving. In this presentation, we will share lessons learned from two projects focused on implementing compassionate communities. We will discuss the Compassionate Community Index and how it was […]

  • Living well with cancer in later life

    University Centre (UNC) - Ballroom 3272 University Way, Kelowna, BC, Canada

    This feature event brings together clinical and research experts to explore how older adults can maintain wellbeing, function, and quality of life throughout the cancer journey. The event will feature a keynote presentation by Dr. Lauren Capozzi, followed by an expert panel with Dr. Flavia DeAngelis, Bonnie Leung, and Dr. Capozzi, facilitated by Dr. Kristen […]

  • Research Connect

    Campus Administration Building (ADM) - Sunroom 1138 Alumni Ave, Kelowna, BC, Canada

    Gather, connect and discuss the future of research, innovation and creative activity.

  • Community Engaged Research Storyteller Series: Dr. Mary Stockdale

    Arts Building (ART) 1147 Research Road, Kelowna, BC, Canada

    The CER Storyteller Series showcases the Community Engaged Research being done by ICER members, through storytelling that gives the audience a peak behind the scenes to reveal some of the nuances surrounding the processes and politics, setbacks and moments of serendipity.  

  • BRAES Brown Bag Seminar: Dr. Lauren Erland

    Fipke Centre (FIP) 3247 University Way, Kelowna, BC, Canada

    Presenter Dr. Lauren Erland, CRC Tier II in Berry Horticulture and Assistant Professor of Agriculture, University of the Fraser Valley Title Phytohormones as mediators of plant resilience Abstract Climate change threatens an estimated 20% of the world’s plant diversity and will present new challenges in the cultivation, harvest and management of horticultural and wild crop […]

  • South Okanagan-Similkameen National Park Update

    Fipke Centre (FIP) 3247 University Way, Kelowna, BC, Canada

    Please join us to hear about updates in the process of establishing the South Okanagan-Similkameen National Park Presenter Sarah Boyle, Project Manager II - Protected Areas Establishment Branch, Parks Canada The presentation will include: General Info about Parks Canada, economic benefits and linkages to regional economies. The process for creating new national parks. Evolving approaches […]

  • The Evolution of Resistance

    University Centre (UNC) - Ballroom 3272 University Way, Kelowna, BC, Canada

    In a volatile and unpredictable world, what becomes of those who are historically, persistently, or systematically pushed to the margins of society?

  • How Do We Manage in a World of Mis/Disinformation?

    UBC Innovation Precinct Annexation 1 3505 Spectrum Court, Kelowna, BC, Canada

    How do we manage in a world of mis/disinformation? Join us on May 26 for a candid conversation with two experts in the field.

  • 2026 Immersive Research Symposium

    Engineering, Management, and Education Building (EME) 1137 Alumni Ave, Kelowna, BC, Canada

    Join us in-person (or virtually) for the 2026 UBC Immersive Research Symposium, featuring keynote speakers and presentations from the graduate students and recent graduates of our NSERC CREATE in Immersive Technologies research and training program (https://citech.ubc.ca/). Refreshments will be served. Register here Registration is required. If you plan to attend the event online, you will […]