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Suicides outpace HIV deaths among gay, bisexual men; researcher urges more mental health support

Travis Salway, a postdoctoral research fellow at UBC’s school of population and public health, spoke to CTV about deaths by suicide among gay and bisexual men. “We saw really dramatic […]

Jun 21, 2019

B.C. environmentalists applaud new bill increasing protection for fish habitat

Andrew Trites, a professor at UBC’s institute for the oceans and fisheries, was quoted in a CBC article about Bill C-68 and its provisions for the conservation and protection of […]

Jun 21, 2019

For environmentalists and Lower Mainland First Nations, 76 reasons to oppose Trans Mountain

Andrew Trites, a professor at UBC’s institute for the oceans and fisheries, commented to CBC about local shipping activity and the impact on whales.

Jun 21, 2019

Conservatives unveil climate change policy

Kai Chan, a professor at UBC’s institute for resources, environment and sustainability, was interviewed by Global to discuss the climate change policy of the federal Conservatives.

Jun 21, 2019

Is the First-Time Home Buyer Incentive a good deal for homebuyers?

Thomas Davidoff, a professor at UBC Sauder School of Business, was quoted in a Global article about the First-Time Home Buyer Incentive (FTHBI). “Money borrowers wouldn’t miss. Borrowers are going […]

Jun 21, 2019

Does neem oil cause cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome?

Ian Mitchell, a clinical professor of emergency medicine at UBC, spoke to the Regina Leader-Post about neem oil and cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome. The article also appeared in The GrowthOp.

Jun 21, 2019

Raptors’ breakthrough could bring the NBA back to Vancouver within 10 years: analyst

Aziz Rajwani, a professor at UBC Sauder School of Business, spoke to Global about the possibility of the NBA team returning to Vancouver.

Jun 21, 2019

The elusive green consumer

Two professors at UBC Sauder School of Business, Katherine White and David J. Hardisty, and Rishad Habib, a PhD Student at UBC Sauder School of Business, wrote an article for […]

Jun 21, 2019

First Nations ownership in Trans Mountain poses public relations problem for opponents

David Tindall, a professor at UBC’s department of sociology, spoke to the Vancouver Sun about First Nations ownership and the environmental impact of of Trans Mountain pipeline expansion. “First Nations […]

Jun 21, 2019

Bill C-262’s legal uncertainty a certainty, say experts

George Hoberg, a professor at UBC’s school of public policy and global affairs, was quoted in a Business in Vancouver article about Bill C-262 and concerns about its legal certainty.

Jun 21, 2019

Why don’t Hong Kong Canadians just say they are Chinese? Because of subethnicity, and this is why it matters

Miu Chung Yan, a professor at UBC’s school of social work, was asked to speak to South China Morning Post about Chinese sub-ethnicity. “We [ethnic Chinese] all know about the […]

Jun 21, 2019

How you lock smartphone can reveal your age: Study

Research conducted by UBC was featured in a Business Standard article about age differences in smartphone usage. “Factors such as age should be considered when designing new smartphone authentication systems, and […]

Jun 21, 2019

Scheer’s climate plan would help world’s large emitters cut CO2

Wenran Jiang, a professor at the institute of Asian research at UBC, spoke to Calgary Herald about Scheer’s climate plan.

Jun 21, 2019

Natural resources minister ‘confident’ Trans Mountain expansion will proceed this year

Kathryn Harrison, a professor at UBC’s department of political science, was mentioned in a Calgary Herald article about the Trans Mountain pipeline expansion project. The article also appeared on Regina […]

Jun 21, 2019

Murphy carries Liberal flag

Castanet reported that Mary Ann Murphy, a professor at UBCO’s school of social work, will stand as the Liberal candidate for the Central Okanagan-Similkameen-Nicola riding in the upcoming federal election. […]

Jun 21, 2019

Canadians report far higher job satisfaction and engagement than global averages

A study published by John Helliwell, a professor emeritus at UBC’s school of economics, was featured in a Globe and Mail article about workplace satisfaction and engagement.

Jun 21, 2019

Study to control weed receives B.C. funding

Kelowna Daily Courier reported that Jason Pither, a professor of biology at UBCO, and Kayleigh Nielson, a PhD candidate, will receive funding to research invasive species such as knapweed. “Keeping […]

Jun 21, 2019

Hey Whoopi, it’s not Bella Thorne’s fault that her photos were hacked

An interview by Moira Aikenhead, a PhD student at Peter A. Allard School of Law at UBC, was mentioned in a Flare article about TV host Whoopi Goldberg’s controversial comments […]

Jun 21, 2019