Earth Day: Make Your Own Seed-Starting Case

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

Growing your own plants from seeds is a fun way to make gardening more affordable and to learn about plant life cycles, support pollinators and reduce waste. This workshop will introduce participants to the idea of growing plants from seed and provide them with the opportunity to create a seed-starting case made of re-used materials […]

Children’s Gardening Workshop

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

How does your garden grow? This 1-hour interactive workshop will give kids a hands on opportunity to learn all about gardening. - Learn about the sun, bugs, and dirt that help plants grow - Get up close and observe the creatures that call the garden home - Plant a few seedlings in the garden - […]

Lunch and Learn: Chemical Safety at Home

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

Bring your lunch to our spacious ground-floor social room overlooking the park. A guest speaker will give a talk with a casual discussion. Chemical Safety at Home presented by Health Canada • How you can identify hazards & health risks • What you can do to reduce your exposure to environmental pollutants • Maintaining a […]

Saturday Afternoon Tea (in Mandarin): The three levels of government in Canada

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

This program is part of the Live Well, Stay Strong Project funded by Canada Government's New Horizons Seniors Program (NHSP) grant. Sign up for afternoon tea in our spacious ground-floor social room overlooking the park. A guest speaker will lead a casual discussion on various topics. Registration required. Please note, this session is in Mandarin. […]

BMO International Marathon

The international BMO Marathon will be held on Sunday, May 7, 2023 from 8:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Due to the nature of the event, road closures will be in place around UBC from 7:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. For more detailed information please see the UBC Campus + Community Planning website and to learn more about […]

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Re-Creation: Community Art Project

Through collaborative art making, this project aims to raise environmental awareness and foster a feeling of solidarity within the community. Participants work together to turn waste into an art (repurposing newspapers, magazines, letters) while creating dialogue about environmental issues. This collaborative art project provides a creative tactile experience while cultivating community building.

Free
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Community Bike Jam

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

All ages and abilities are welcome to participate in these fun-filled afternoons of cycling. After decorating our bikes, we will take a leisurely ride through the neighbourhood, then gather for a free pizza picnic in the park to share a meal in good company. Registration is required: Register for May 9 Register for June 15 […]

Free

Saturday Afternoon Tea: exploding Black Holes

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

This program is part of the Live Well, Stay Strong Project funded by Canada Government's New Horizons Seniors Program (NHSP) grant. Sign up for afternoon tea in our spacious ground-floor social room overlooking the park. A guest speaker will lead a casual discussion on various topics. Registration required. Please note that Mandarin translation is not […]

Family Movie Night: Soul

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

Join us for an unforgettable Family Movie Night at the Old Barn Community Centre! Watch the trailer for Soul here. No registration is required, so gather up the whole family and head on over. With chairs provided and the option to bring your cozy blankets and pillows, you're sure to have a comfortable and enjoyable […]

UBC Spring Graduation 2023

Chan Centre, Buchanan Courtyard, aprons around Crescent Road, Main Mall grass meridian from Crescent Road to Memorial Road 6265 Crescent Road, Vancouver, BC

Tuum est. The day is yours. Learn about your graduation day including how to get to the venue, the schedule of the day and reception details. Use these resources as your roadmap to your monumental day shared with classmates, friends, family and the faculty that helped you get here. Click here to graduation schedule Share […]

UNA Residents: Are You Prepared For An Emergency?

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

UBC Emergency Management (UBC EM) wants to help UNA residents prepare for emergencies. The UBC EM team invites you to join a personal preparedness seminar tailored specifically for residents of UBC neighbourhoods. This will cover an overview of local hazards, the importance of making a plan and how to develop one. The presentation will also […]

Community Yard Sale

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

Join the UNA and your community members for our annual Community Yard Sale on Saturday, May 27 from 10am-1pm at Wesbrook Community Centre. Shop for gently used items including books, clothes, art, household goods, and more. Bring your reuseable mug for a free cup of coffee and tea. Table registration is now open: UNA Members: […]

Saturday Afternoon Tea: Brain Recovery- A Journey of Hope

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

This program is part of the Live Well, Stay Strong Project funded by Canada Government's New Horizons Seniors Program (NHSP) grant. Registration required. Please note that Mandarin translation is not available. Join us as Laura Stoicescu relates her story of recovering from a stroke. We often take our life for granted. We lead busy lives […]

Free
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Community Bike Jam

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

All ages and abilities are welcome to participate in these fun-filled afternoons of cycling. After decorating our bikes, we will take a leisurely ride through the neighbourhood, then gather for a free pizza picnic in the park to share a meal in good company. Registration is required: Register for May 9 Register for June 15 […]

Free

Longest Day Road Race

On Friday, June 16 starting at 5 p.m., UBC will be hosting the Longest Day Race on the Vancouver campus. The race raises funds for the Greater Vancouver Food Bank and track and field programs for elementary children. Road closures will be place to accommodate the participations. Parts of Stadium Road and Stores Road on […]

Spring Art Fair

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

Come celebrate the arts on June 17th at the Spring Art Fair! Community members participating in UNA visual and performance art programs showcase their talents in this day of creativity and wonder. Enjoy the talent shows, art galleries, Re-Creation: Community Art Project unveiling, and more!

UBC Botanical Garden Tour and TreeWalk

UBC Botanical Garden 6804 SW Marine Drive, Vancouver, BC, Canada

Celebrate World Rainforest Day with a tour and TreeWalk at the UBC Botanical Garden! Discover the wonders of plants, biodiversity, and the stories behind the Garden, including the BC Rainforest and Food Garden. Then take a 1-hour stroll among the trees on the 308-meter-long suspended canopy walkway. Up high in the forest, participants of all […]

Family Movie Night: The Bad Guys

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

Join us for an unforgettable Family Movie Night at the Old Barn Community Centre! Watch the trailer for The Bad Guys here. No registration is required, so gather up the whole family and head on over. With chairs provided and the option to bring your cozy blankets and pillows, you're sure to have a comfortable […]

Indigenous Peoples Day: Film Screening

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

Watch the documentary created by UBC Adjunct Professor and filmmaker Alejandro Yoshizawa and join him for a Q&A afterwards. This is the story of the Grant siblings and their connection to their mother’s First Nations (Musqueam) heritage and reconnecting to their father’s southern Chinese heritage. 6:00 PM – Doors open 6:30 PM – Film starts […]

Free

Indigenous Peoples Day: Teaching Medicine Wheel

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

Join Phil and Gisèle L’Hirondelle to learn about the 6 directions of the Medicine Wheel, which can help one realize the self and learn to create balance in Body, Mind, Emotion, and Spirit and learn about elements, colours, animal symbols, and seasons. These teachings bring us closer to realizing our connection to all and understanding […]

Free

Indigenous Peoples Day: Board Game

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

Play the award-winning board game, created by decolonial author and artist Ta7talíya Michelle Nahanee of the Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish Nation). With facilitation from the UNA Youth Leadership Group, this journey will share actions you can take, words you can say & ideas you can learn to transform how you relate to the land, Indigenous Nations, […]

Free

Saturday Afternoon Tea (Mandarin Session): Scams and Frauds

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

This program is part of the Live Well, Stay Strong Project funded by Canada Government's New Horizons Seniors Program (NHSP) grant. Sign up for afternoon tea in our spacious ground-floor social room overlooking the park. A guest speaker will lead a casual discussion on various topics. Registration required. Please note, this session is in Mandarin. […]

Free

Neighbourhood Climate Action Plan – Community Workshop

Do you live in the UBC neighbourhoods and are you passionate about taking climate action? Join the Neighbourhood Climate Action Plan Community Workshop! When: Monday June 26, 5:30-7:30 PM (Includes dinner and childcare) Where: Wesbrook Community Centre Register online by June 19, 2023. Space is limited.

Family Movie Night: The Super Mario Bros Movie

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

Join us for an unforgettable Family Movie Night at the Wesbrook Community Centre! Watch the trailer for The Super Mario Bros Movie here. No registration is required, so gather up the whole family and head on over. With chairs provided and the option to bring your cozy blankets and pillows, you're sure to have a […]

Free UBC Botanical Garden Tour

UBC Botanical Garden 6804 SW Marine Drive, Vancouver, BC, Canada

Discover the wonders of plants, biodiversity, and the stories behind the Garden, including the BC Rainforest, Food Garden, and other garden highlights. This tour is free for UNA residents, but space is limited. Please RSVP here to save your spot. No drop-ins will be permitted. Can't make this tour time? General admission to the Botanical […]

Old Barn Fitness Centre Renovation Open House

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

The UNA is making plans to have the Old Barn Community Centre’s Fitness Centre renovated! We’d like to ask the community and Fitness Centre users what they would like to see in the new Fitness Centre and we’re holding an Open House. Join us on Tuesday, August 15, 2023 from 6-7:30 p.m. at the Old […]

Music in the Park

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

Grab your lawn chairs or blankets and come down to the park for this family-friendly community concert and join the UNA Community Engagement Advisory Committee (CEAC) for games and a barbecue! All ages are welcome!   5:00 - 6:00 pm | Community Showcase 6:15 - 7:00 pm | Shawn Bullshields 7:15 - 8:00 pm | […]

Free

Seed Saving 101

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

Join Siri from Farm Folk City Folk for a Seed Saving 101 session learn how to save, store, and breed your seeds. To be a good seed saver, you need to become a good breeder. Breeding is an active process where you make continuous crop decisions and observations. Our team will lead you through and […]

Family Movie Night: Puss in Boots: The Last Wish

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

Join us for an unforgettable Family Movie Night at the Wesbrook Community Centre! Watch the trailer for Puss in Boots: The Last Wish here. No registration is required, so gather up the whole family and head on over. With chairs provided and the option to bring your cozy blankets and pillows, you're sure to have […]

Neighbours Day

Join us on Saturday, September 9, for Neighbour’s Day – UNA’s signature event that aims to bring neighbours together for a day of festivities, food and fun! Enjoy inflatables, artisan vendors, games, beer garden, performances such as dances, storytellers, live music and more! Free admission. Bring cash for snack purchases and a picnic blanket to enjoy outdoor […]

Family Movie Night: Spider-Man: Across The Spider-Verse

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

Join us for an unforgettable Family Movie Night at Wesbrook Community Centre! Watch the trailer for Spider-Man: Across The Spider-Verse. Bring the whole family to the Wesbrook Community Centre for Family Movie Night. Chairs will be provided but feel free to bring your blankets and pillows for maximum comfort. Parents must accompany their children. Admission […]

$2

Chinese Moon Festival 中秋

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

Make friends, learn, and celebrate the Chinese Moon Festival together at the Wesbrook Community Centre. This community-led event will have performances, games, food, and prizes waiting for you to win!

Free

UBC Neighborhood Climate Action Plan – Emerging Directions Open House

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

  Join the UBC Campus + Community Planning staff for a drop-in style event to learn more about the Neighbourhood Climate Action Plan (NCAP) emerging directions! Grab free snacks while you browse display boards that provide an overview of the draft goals, targets, and actions for each of the six scope areas within the NCAP, […]

UBC Neighbourhood Climate Action Plan – Emerging Directions Walking Tour

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

Join us for a walk through the Wesbrook neighbourhood, where we’ll highlight what we’re doing to accelerate greenhouse gas emissions reductions and prepare for the impacts of a changing climate. This informative tour will showcase current and future strategies being pursued through the Neighbourhood Climate Action Plan. Note: The tour is 90 minutes and weather […]

Land Use Plan Public Hearing

Robert H. Lee Alumni Centre 6163 University Blvd, Vancouver, BC, Canada

A Public Hearing has been scheduled to receive comments on proposed amendments to the UBC Land Use Plan for the Point Grey Campus Lands. The next step in the Campus Vision 2050 process is a legislatively required public hearing on proposed amendments to the Land Use Plan. These changes will enable UBC to deliver on […]

Family Movie Night: The Little Mermaid (2023)

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

Join us for an unforgettable Family Movie Night at the Old Barn Community Centre! Watch the trailer for The Little Mermaid (2023). 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 and pillows for maximum comfort. Parents must accompany their […]

$2

UBC Neighbourhood Climate Action Plan – Emerging Directions Workshop #1

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

Do you live in the UBC neighbourhoods and want to get engaged in climate action? Join the Neighbourhood Climate Action Plan’s Emerging Directions Workshop! Climate change is affecting the way we live and the future of our planet. Join Campus + Community Planning and UNA staff for a two-hour workshop to learn about and provide […]

Family Pumpkin Carving

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

Calling all artists and pumpkin enthusiasts! Family Pumpkin Carving on October 27th is your chance to create ghoulishly delightful masterpieces with your loved ones. A perfect blend of creativity and family bonding awaits. Three Time frames: Wesbrook Community Centre, Art Room: 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm Wesbrook Community Centre, Art Room: 4:40 pm - 5:40 […]

$8

Great Trek 2023

The annual Great Trek run will be happening on October 28th! Please note that there will be full road and lane closures between 7am - 1pm on October 28th around campus. Event set up will take place from Oct 27th and take down will end Oct 28th. Follow the link for more details and recommended […]

UBC Neighborhood Climate Action Plan – Emerging Directions Workshop #2

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

Do you live in the UBC neighbourhoods and want to get engaged in climate action? Join the Neighbourhood Climate Action Plan’s Emerging Directions Workshop! Climate change is affecting the way we live and the future of our planet. Join Campus + Community Planning and UNA staff for a two-hour workshop to learn about and provide […]

UBC Neighborhood Climate Action Plan – Emerging Directions Virtual Workshop

Do you live in the UBC neighbourhoods and want to get engaged in climate action? Join the Neighbourhood Climate Action Plan’s Emerging Directions Workshop! Climate change is affecting the way we live and the future of our planet. Join Campus + Community Planning and UNA staff for a 90-minute virtual workshop to learn about and […]

Halloween Trick-or-Treat Extravaganza at Wesbrook Community Centre

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

Step into a world of eerie excitement at our highly anticipated Halloween event, the Trick-or-Treat Extravaganza on October 31st! Immerse yourself in the Halloween spirit by playing carnival games to earn a sweet stash of candies. Delight in Halloween films that will keep you on the edge of your seat, and if you dare, tiptoe […]

Land Use Plan Public Hearing – Information Session

Robert H. Lee Alumni Centre 6163 University Blvd, Vancouver, BC, Canada

Prior to the November 7th Public Hearing, UBC will host a drop-in information session where members of the community can view the proposed changes to the Land Use Plan and ask questions. Information Session Date: November 1, 2023 Time: 4pm to 6pm Location: Wong Trainor Welcome Centre (lobby), Robert H. Lee Alumni Centre, 6163 University Blvd For more […]

Free

Community Yard Sale

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

Join the UNA and your community members for our fall Community Yard Sale on Saturday, November 18 from 10am-1pm at Wesbrook Community Centre. Shop for gently used items including winter […]

Family Movie Night: Elemental

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

Join us for an unforgettable Family Movie Night at the Old Barn Community Centre! Watch the trailer for Elemental. Bring the whole family to the Old Barn Community Centre for Family […]

$2

UBC Fall 2023 Graduation

Fall graduation is happening November 22-24! Please note that there will be road closures between 7am - 7pm on Nov 22-23, and between 7am - 2pm on Nov 24, on Crescent Road from West Mall to East Mall. Event set up will take place from Nov 17th and take down will end November 25th. Follow […]

Road Closures: November Concerts at Doug Mitchell Thunderbird Sports Centre

Doug Mitchell Thunderbird Sports Centre 2555 Wesbrook Mall, Vancouver, BC, Canada

Please note the road closures due to November concerts taking place at Doug Mitchell Thunderbird Sports Centre on Saturday November 25th from 7:00pm to 11:00pm:   UBC Parking will close roads half an hour before event end times to expedite traffic from Thunderbird Parkade by using the two lane exit plan. Two lanes of traffic will […]

Family Movie Night: Lyle, Lyle Crocodile

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

Join us for an unforgettable Family Movie Night at the Old Barn Community Centre! Watch the trailer for Lyle, Lyle Crocodile. Bring the whole family to the Old Barn Community Centre […]

$2

Joyful: A Masquerade Party

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

Join your neighbours for an evening of carols, music, dancing and hot chocolate at the Wesbrook Community Centre gymnasium on Friday, December 22, 2023, 7 p.m. This free event is […]

2024 Lunar New Year

Come celebrate the Year of the Dragon with us at Wesbrook Community Centre! This celebration will include activities for all ages including bamboo weaving, calligraphy, traditional flower arrangement, as well […]

Free

Family Day

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

Join us for Family Day at the UNA!

Prepare to create memories with those you love by participating in various activities at the Wesbrook Community Centre. Sports, Arts & Crafts, and more!

UBC Draft Neighbourhood Climate Action Plan – Walking Tour

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

Join us for a walk through the Wesbrook neighbourhood, where we’ll highlight what we’re doing to accelerate greenhouse gas emissions reductions and prepare for the impacts of a changing climate. […]