Supporting Children’s Education During the Pandemic

In the wake of COVID-19 school cancellations, families are facing a new challenge of managing children’s education at home. To help navigate this challenge, the UNA will be holding a virtual discussion with UBC Professor Dr. Marina Milner-Bolotin. An Associate Professor in Science Education at the Department of Curriculum and Pedagogy at UBC, with extensive […]

Balcony and Container Gardening – Online Workshop

Got unused balcony or patio space? Looking for ways that you can connect with nature while staying at home and enjoy home-grown veggies and flowers? Waiting for a community garden plot, or are unable to take on a whole garden plot? This FREE online workshop is for all levels of gardening experience and will lead […]

Attending Virtual Classes

Part of the Healthy Seniors, Resilient Community project. This is a session to learn the dos and don'ts of attending virtual classes. Participants will learn basic virtual class etiquette as well as ways to protect their safety and privacy.

Communities and Coyotes Online Workshop

Virtual , Canada

The UNA would like to invite families to join us in a conversation about the recent coyote sightings in our neighbourhood and how to safely coexist with them during pupping season. This is a child-friendly virtual workshop, so everyone in the family can join. Join our 1.5-hour webinar to learn more about coyote behaviour, habitat and coexistence in […]

Virtual Costume Contest

Virtual , Canada

You could win $25 in credit towards UNA Programs! Show off your Halloween costume in the UNA Virtual Costume Contest!

HAUNT for the GOLDEN TICKETS

UNA Neighbourhoods

Join us in a community-wide scavenger hunt on Friday, October 30 from 4-6 p.m.!

Lunar New Year Soiree

Virtual , Canada

Join the Lunar New Year Soiree and celebrate the Year of the Ox at dinner time! In this one-hour virtual celebration, we would like to bring the UNA neighbours and families together through sharing of food, traditions, stories, and performances at the comfort of your home. Please register to receive the Zoom link.

Earth Day Quest

UNA Neighbourhoods

On this Earth Day 2021, we invite you to get outside and connect with the environment in our neighbourhoods.

Halloween

Wesbrook Community Centre 3335 Webber Lane, Vancouver, BC, Canada

Wesbrook Community Centre has been haunted! Join us for trick-or-treat, Halloween games and other spooktacular activities.

Canceled Coffee Talk

Old Barn Community Centre 6308 Thunderbird Blvd, Vancouver, BC, Canada

Drop by the Old Barn Living Room for a chance to talk to UNA staff and connect with your neighbours around topics that are relevant to our community. Everyone is […]

Inclusive Community Dance

Old Barn Community Centre 6308 Thunderbird Blvd, Vancouver, BC, Canada

All Bodies Dance Project brings together adults of all abilities, genders, sizes and backgrounds to explore movement as a means of expression. Participants experience the joy of dancing in a […]

Lunar New Year Activities

Wesbrook Community Centre 3335 Webber Lane, Vancouver, BC, Canada

The UNA community is invited to join in on Lunar New Year activities throughout February. Celebration Booth: Drop-in at the Wesbrook Community Centre on Saturday, February 5, 2022 from 1-3 […]

Sustainability Sessions: Energy & Climate Action

Virtual , Canada

Session 1: Energy & Climate Action Join our first Sustainability Session to hear from guest speaker Ralph Wells, UBC Community Energy Manager. This virtual lunch & learn will review green […]

Coffee Talk

Old Barn Community Centre 6308 Thunderbird Blvd, Vancouver, BC, Canada

Drop by the Old Barn Living Room for a chance to talk to UNA staff and connect with your neighbours around topics that are relevant to our community. Everyone is […]

Seniors and Friends Lecture Series

Old Barn Community Centre 6308 Thunderbird Blvd, Vancouver, BC, Canada

Music in the Modern World with Erika Galinskaya Come to the Old Barn Community Centre to explore the role of music in our lives today. Topics will include: the therapeutic […]

Sustainability Session 3: Sustainable Transportation

Virtual , Canada

Join this virtual Sustainability Session lunch & learn, exploring a variety of sustainability topics relevant to households and neighbourhoods of the University Neighborhoods Association. Our third Sustainability Session brings guest […]

Raven: an Interactive Storytelling Performance

Old Barn Community Centre 6308 Thunderbird Blvd, Vancouver, BC, Canada

The purpose of this presentation is to engage audience members of all backgrounds in a light-hearted, interactive theatre version of "How Raven Stole the Sun" while teaching the holistic values, […]

Free

Easter Egg Hunt

Old Barn Community Centre 6308 Thunderbird Blvd, Vancouver, BC, Canada

This year we will be hosting an Easter event at the Old Barn Community Centre. We invite you to bring your family and friends to enjoy community crafts and an […]

Inclusive Community Dance

Old Barn Community Centre 6308 Thunderbird Blvd, Vancouver, BC, Canada

The All Bodies Dance Project brings together adults of all abilities, genders, sizes and backgrounds to explore movement as a means of expression. Participants will experience the joy of dancing […]

Free

Live Well Stay Strong Seniors Project Planning

Virtual , Canada

We are pleased to announce that the UNA has received funding under the Government of Canada’s New Horizons for Seniors Program for our project Live Well, Stay Strong: Brain Wellness, Digital Literacy, and Physical Health. […]

Free

Live Well Stay Strong Seniors Project Planning

Wesbrook Community Centre 3335 Webber Lane, Vancouver, BC, Canada

We are pleased to announce that the UNA has received funding under the Government of Canada’s New Horizons for Seniors Program for our project Live Well, Stay Strong: Brain Wellness, Digital Literacy, and Physical Health. […]

Free

Field Games Picnic: Friendly Competition

POSTPONED to June 16 Play games, win prizes, and make friends at this fun event in Jim Taylor Park—just outside the Old Barn Community Centre. Participants will compete in traditional […]

Free

Longest Day Road Race 2022

5K, 10K and Kid's Mile Races. Fundraising for the Thunderbird Track and Field and the Greater Vancouver Foodbank. Event fair taking place at Thunderbird Stadium lot from 5:30pm - 9pm.

Musical Picnic

Jim Taylor Park 6308 Thunderbird Blvd, Vancouver, BC, Canada

During this concert in Jim Taylor Park, several performers will play music for the community to enjoy while they have a picnic with their friends and family. The chessboard will […]

Free

Youth Community Soccer Games

Get ready to make friends and have a good time, with a healthy dose of friendly competition. Through mini games and challenges, players will improve their skills and explore creative […]

Kids Community Soccer Games

UNA Community Field

Get ready to make friends and have a good time, with a healthy dose of friendly competition. Through mini games and challenges, players will improve their skills and explore creative […]

Family Movie Night

Old Barn Community Centre 6308 Thunderbird Blvd, Vancouver, BC, Canada

The Lion King (2019) No registration required. Bring the whole family to the Old Barn Community Centre for Family Movie Night! Chairs will be provided but feel free to bring […]

Free

World Brain Day 2022 – Brain Health for All

Virtual , Canada

On Wednesday, July 20th from 12:00-1:30pm, Dr. Silke Appel-Cresswell and the BC Brain Wellness Program invite you to join our annual virtual celebration of World Brain Day! The World Federation […]

Free

Seniors Summer BBQ and Games

Wesbrook Community Centre 3335 Webber Lane, Vancouver, BC, Canada

Join the annual UNA Seniors Summer BBQ! 10:00am - 11:45am: Enjoy a variety of outdoor games and activities including tai chi, ring toss, croquet, bocce, walking soccer, and more. Indoor […]

Free

UNA Community Yard Sale

Wesbrook Community Centre 3335 Webber Lane, Vancouver, BC, Canada

The UNA Community Yard Sale is back! Join the UNA and your community members on Saturday, August 20 from 10am-1pm at Wesbrook Community Centre.

Family Movie Night

Old Barn Community Centre 6308 Thunderbird Blvd, Vancouver, BC, Canada

How to Train Your Dragon No registration required. Bring the whole family to the Old Barn Community Centre for Family Movie Night! Chairs will be provided but feel free to […]

Free

Fall Gardening Workshop

Wesbrook Community Centre 3335 Webber Lane, Vancouver, BC, Canada

Wondering how to extend your gardening time beyond the end of summer? Or looking for tips about how to best prepare your garden plot for spring? Join UNA resident and […]

AMS Welcome Back BBQ 2022

AMS Welcome Back BBQ Welcoming Students back onto campus with music, food and alcohol for persons of 19 years and older.

Family Movie Night

Old Barn Community Centre 6308 Thunderbird Blvd, Vancouver, BC, Canada

Despicable Me No registration required. Bring the whole family to the Old Barn Community Centre for Family Movie Night. Chairs will be provided but feel free to bring your blankets […]

$2

Music in the Park

Jim Taylor Park 6308 Thunderbird Blvd, Vancouver, BC, Canada

Grab your lawn chairs or blankets and come down to Jim Taylor Park for this family- friendly community concert. As the summer sun begins to fade, take this opportunity to […]

Free

Seniors Guided Tour – Nitobe Garden

Join us this Fall for monthly guided tours through cherished green spaces in our community. Explore the beauty in your own backyard and soak in the benefits of being in […]

Free

Recurring

Stargazing at the Farm

UBC Farm 3461 Ross Drive, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

Let’s explore the wonders of the universe together! You don’t need to leave campus to enjoy the night sky. The UBC Astronomy Club will be bringing their telescopes to the […]

Free

Family Movie Night

Old Barn Community Centre 6308 Thunderbird Blvd, Vancouver, BC, Canada

The Nightmare Before Christmas No registration required. Bring the whole family to the Old Barn Community Centre for Family Movie Night. Chairs will be provided but feel free to bring […]

$2

Sustainability Session: Neighbourhood Climate Action

Virtual , Canada

Interested in working with your neighbours on climate action, but don’t know where to start? Need ideas for projects to work on together? Join our Sustainability Session on Neighbourhood Climate […]