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  • Welcome Back September Social

    Welcome Back September Social

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    University Way Kelowna, BC, Canada

    Since our traditional Welcome Back events were impacted by the wildfires, we're excited to bring you a fun experience in lieu.

  • Dr Benoit Antoine Bacon

    Community Welcome with Dr. Benoit-Antoine Bacon

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    Engineering, Management, and Education Building (EME) – Richard S. Hallisey Atrium (Lower atrium) 1137 Alumni Ave, Kelowna, BC, Canada

    Join us as we welcome UBC’s new President and Vice-Chancellor

  • Free speech

    UBC Okanagan Debates: Free Speech

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    Kelowna Community Theatre 1375 Water Street, Kelowna, BC, Canada

    Join us for a spirited debate that promises to challenge assumptions, provoke thought, and potentially reshape your understanding of the future of free speech.

  • A celebration of Asian Canadian histories and contributions

    Rotary Centre for the Arts 421 Cawston Avenue, Kelowna, BC, Canada

    The Faculty of Health and Social Development and the Community Engagement Office are helping organize a student panel discussion in celebration of Asian Heritage Month. 

  • A loon sitting on a dried out Okanagan lake bed, to signify the theme of the next UBC Okanagan Debate: Climate Change.

    UBC Okanagan Debates: Climate Change

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    Kelowna Community Theatre 1375 Water Street, Kelowna, BC, Canada

    Be it resolved, cities should treat climate change as an opportunity to harness, not a crisis to manage. Okanagan communities are on the front lines of climate change. We’ve endured worsening fires, continuous drought and extreme heat waves. We appear to be confronting the stark reality of a planet that’s permanently broken the 1.5 °C threshold. […]

  • Opera performance on stage in front of an audience

    Opera Under the Stars 2024

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    University Commons Field 3333 University Way, Kelowna, BC, Canada

    A highlight summer event returns this June to the central courtyard as Opera Kelowna in a special partnership with UBC Okanagan present Opera Under the Stars.

  • Welcome Back: Faculty and Staff Activities

    The Commons (COM) 3297 University Way, Kelowna, BC, Canada

    All faculty and staff are invited to attend the 2024 Welcome Back activities on Thursday, August 29. This annual tradition brings the campus community together to hear from campus leadership, celebrate colleagues' accomplishments and build connections while enjoying a BBQ lunch.

  • UBC Okanagan Debates

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    Kelowna Community Theatre 1375 Water Street, Kelowna, BC, Canada

    BC’s Opioid Crisis: Is there a solution? Over eight years and 14,000 deaths later, BC’s drug emergency rages on. Amid intense political debate, divisive views and misinformation dominate public discourse. For those at risk—a toxic drug supply, lack of social support and the isolating impacts of stigma punctuate their experience. Where do we go from […]

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    Cozy Campus Event

    Engineering, Management, and Education Building (EME) – Richard S. Hallisey Atrium (Main floor) 1137 Alumni Ave, Kelowna, BC, Canada

    Join the conversation over a hot cup of coffee and learn about how you can support energy and emissions reductions.

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    Cozy Campus Event

    Residence - Nechako 1255 International Mews, Kelowna, BC, Canada

    Join the conversation over a hot cup of coffee and learn about how you can support energy and emissions reductions.

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    Cozy Campus Event

    Fipke Centre (FIP) - Foyer & Mezzanine 3247 University Way, Kelowna, BC, Canada

    Join the conversation over a hot cup of coffee and learn about how you can support energy and emissions reductions.

  • student-studying-cozy

    Cozy Campus Event

    The Commons (COM) 3297 University Way, Kelowna, BC, Canada

    Join the conversation over a hot cup of coffee and learn about how you can support energy and emissions reductions.

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    Cozy Campus Event

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

    Join the conversation over a hot cup of coffee and learn about how you can support energy and emissions reductions.

  • UBC Okanagan Commerce ConneX

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

    This unique networking event will help you discover how partnering with UBC Okanagan can help advance your business goals. From entrepreneurial programs and workforce training to Co-op education programs and Capstone research opportunities, UBC Okanagan is ready to support your organization’s growth. Enjoy creative food by Scholar’s Catering, engage with business leaders and UBC Okanagan […]

    $15 – $25

  • Canada–US Trade: Tariffs, Trade War or Takeover?

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

    Join our expert panel moderated by Chris Walker, CBC Daybreak South Host. Hear top industry leaders discuss the impact of tariffs post-BC Budget. This event is organized by the Community Engagement Office and the Kelowna Chamber of Commerce. Register now

  • UBC Okanagan 3MT Final

    Rotary Centre for the Arts - Mary Irwin Theatre 421 Cawston Avenue, Kelowna, BC, Canada

    Learn about the exciting graduate student research happening at UBC Okanagan!

  • Canada-USA: Allies or adversaries? UBC Okanagan Debates.

    UBC Okanagan Debates, Canada-USA: Allies or Adversaries?

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    Kelowna Community Theatre 1375 Water Street, Kelowna, BC, Canada

    Uncertainty about Canada's relationship with our southern neighbour has reached unprecedented levels.  Canada's relationship with the United States presents a complex strategic puzzle for the coming years. Should Canada prioritize pragmatic approaches to avoid friction or is it time to redefine and unravel our alliance with the United States? One thing is for certain, Canadians […]

  • Opera Under the Stars 2025

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    Courtyard 3333 University Way, Kelowna, BC, Canada

    Join us at UBC’s Okanagan campus for an outdoor evening concert, hosted by Opera Kelowna, featuring a quartet of professional opera singers. Our artists will perform favourite songs from well-known operas, as well as music of other genres and perhaps a surprise performance or two. Bring your favourite blanket or festival chairs and settle on […]

  • Faculty and staff being welcomed by Principal Lesley Cormack and AVP Students Dale Mullings with ice cream and treats, celebrating the 2025 Welcome Back activities and community spirit.

    Welcome Back faculty and staff activities 2025

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    The Commons (COM) 3297 University Way, Kelowna, BC, Canada +1 more

    All faculty and staff are invited to attend the 2025 Welcome Back activities on Tuesday, August 26. This annual tradition brings the campus community together to hear from campus leadership, celebrate colleagues’ accomplishments and build connections while enjoying a BBQ lunch. Principal’s Town Hall and Announcement of Principal's Staff Awards from 9 to 10:30 am […]

  • UBC Okanagan Debates: Masculinity in Crisis.

    UBC Okanagan Debates: Masculinity in Crisis

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    Kelowna Community Theatre 1375 Water Street, Kelowna, BC, Canada

    Across schools, workplaces and communities, boys and young men are struggling—facing higher dropout rates, deeper isolation and rising vulnerability to radicalization. Debates about masculinity are raising difficult questions. Some argue that, in correcting past inequities, society has overlooked boys’ well-being, leaving them without clear roles or healthy pathways to purpose. Others see this shift as […]

  • Two women stand in a room decorated with plants and colorful posters, smiling and talking. One holds a coffee cup. The atmosphere is friendly and warm.

    Community Engagement Network Holiday Meet-Up

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

    Take a break and celebrate the holiday season with colleagues who lead and support community-university engagement at UBC Okanagan.

  • A profile of a human-like figure with mechanical elements on its face, set against a black background. The text reads "AI and us." with "and" crossed out. "UBC Okanagan Debates" logo appears in the bottom right corner.

    UBC Okanagan Debates: AI and us

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    Kelowna Community Theatre 1375 Water Street, Kelowna, BC, Canada

    No technology has promised to reshape humanity as profoundly as artificial intelligence. Its promise—alongside its risks—now forces us to grapple with one of the most consequential debates of the 21st century. Some argue that AI is a powerful tool and an evolutionary step in human history—one that can offload routine tasks and allow humans to […]

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  • The Okanagan–Hong Kong Innovation Corridor: A Dialogue on Opportunity and Collaboration

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

    Join UBC Okanagan, the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office (Toronto), Invest Hong Kong (Canada), and the Central Okanagan Economic Development Corporation for a conversation on: How cross-Pacific partnerships can fuel regional and global innovation ecosystems Collaborative research opportunities Two‑way talent pathways between the Asia Pacific and the Okanagan Register now About Hong Kong Economic […]

  • A networking event notice for UBC Okanagan Commerce ConneX, highlighting Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office and Invest Hong Kong, beside a campus view.

    Commerce ConneX

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

    In collaboration with the Kelowna Chamber of Commerce, this networking event highlights how UBC Okanagan supports Kelowna’s business community through applied research, student talent, and new partnership opportunities. Representatives from the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office (Toronto) and Invest Hong Kong (Canada) will also join the conversation. Register now About Hong Kong Economic and […]