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UBC experts on 4/20 cannabis events

Annual 4/20 cannabis events take place this Saturday—the first such events since cannabis was legalized in Canada. The following experts are available to comment on a variety of related topics, […]

‘I like to taste the peanuts now’: Immunotherapy study shows promise for preschoolers with allergies

CBC published an article about a UBC study which gave young children small amounts of peanut to build up their tolerance. Similar articles appeared on Global, CTV, News 1130 and […]

New UBC findings can improve soil on Delta farms

The Delta Optimist reported on a study from UBC which researchers hope will improve soil on Delta farms. The research was led by Jason Lussier, a graduate from UBC’s soil […]

Environmental charities may benefit from Jason Kenney’s vow to fight them as Alberta’s premier

The Canadian Press interviewed David Tindall, a sociology professor at UBC, about the politics surrounding pipeline projects. Articles appeared on CBC, Global and CTV.

New roster of ‘superstar’ research chairs reflects equity rules

The Globe and Mail mentioned UBC in an article about the Canada Excellence Research Chairs program. Two of the new chairholders will be coming to UBC.

UBC professor suggests partnership with N. Cowichan on municipal forest reserve future

Cowichan Valley Citizen reported on a proposal by Peter Arcese, a professor of forestry at UBC, to form a partnership to plan long-term, sustainable goals for the municipality’s forest reserve.

Province considering day-use fees for Joffre Lakes park

Pique mentioned Ngaio Hotte, a PhD candidate, and Harry Nelson, a professor in UBC’s faculty of forestry, in an article about day-use parking fees in B.C. parks.

UBC Okanagan researchers contribute to study about charitable behaviour

Kelowna Capital News spoke to Ross Hickey, a professor of economics at UBCO and co-author of a study which looked at charitable behaviour. The article also appeared in the Vernon […]

Five writers make 2019 CBC Short Story Prize shortlist

CBC reported that Meg Todd, a UBC creative writing alumna, has been shortlisted for the 2019 CBC Short Story Prize.