See the latest updates, events & opportunities from across the Faculty & UBC.
Latest announcements
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Dr. Rachel Fernandez extended as UBC Associate Vice-President, Research and Innovation, pro tem
Dr. Fernandez will serve on a pro-tem basis to September 14, 2026.
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Reminder: Health & wellbeing supports
Faculty of Medicine faculty, staff & learners, find help or explore resources to support you.
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Student Health & Wellbeing services in new Gateway Building
UBC students can now access integrated medical & mental health care in UBC Vancouver’s new Gateway Building.
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Researchers appointed to Order of Canada
Congratulations to Drs. Adele Diamond, Janice Eng and Judy Illes.
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Data Privacy Week events at UBC
Register for privacy & information security events Jan. 27–29.
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Mike Vizsolyi appointed UBC Associate Vice-President, Human Resources (Labour Relations & HR Policy)
Mr. Vizsolyi assumes the role on January 16, 2026.
Event registration
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Climate Change: Understanding and Managing the Significant Health Impacts of Extreme Heat Events
Join the online webinar on June 22.
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SSC Leadership and EDI Workshop
Register to join other physician leaders for this June 10 workshop.
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Together|Ensemble at UBC — Advancing the SDGs in B.C.
Register to join the June 7 event at UBC Vancouver.
Funding & award opportunities
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Continuous Learning Advancement Fund
UBCV faculty, submit a letter of intent by May 7.
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Medical Council of Canada Awards: Call for nominations
Apply by April 30, 2026.
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UBC Green Labs Fund
Apply by March 20 for up to $4,000 to make your lab more sustainable.
In Memoriam
The Faculty of Medicine recognizes members of our community and their contributions to the university.
Calendar
Upcoming events from across the Faculty of Medicine.