Communications & Events

The start of the academic year is my favourite time of the year. Coming together as a campus community for our annual Welcome Back events is a great opportunity to check in, build connections and celebrate.

The ongoing regional wildfires have had a significant impact on students, faculty, staff, and the broader community. Many of you have asked how you might support the wider recovery effort.

Many of us are watching wildfires in the region with real concern. Some members of our community have been placed on evacuation alert or order, others are worried about family, friends and neighbours in the Okanagan. If you are affected, support is available.

Cameras that can detect wildfires as soon as they ignite, […]

The end of this academic year offers a great opportunity to thank you for all the hard work underway, work which is contributing to steady, positive momentum for our campus.

Each year, I look forward to this time of year. It’s a chance to pause and genuinely celebrate our staff colleagues who make UBC Okanagan such a remarkable place to work and learn. The 2026 Principal’s Staff Awards…