Marvin Westwood

Riddled by machine-gun fire, my grandfather showed the resilience we need today

The Veterans Transition Program (VTP), a program set up by UBC psychology professor Marvin Westwood, was mentioned in a Vancouver Sun article about the legacy and resiliency of fighters in […]

Nov 14, 2018

Healing an invisible wound

Healing an invisible wound

In advance of Remembrance Day, Marvin Westwood talks about helping veterans deal with PTSD-related symptoms.

Nov 6, 2013

Canadian veterans to benefit from UBC expansion of transition program

A University of British Columbia program to help former members of the Canadian military make the transition back to civilian life is expanding into a non-profit organization that will provide services across Canada.

Nov 2, 2012

UBC’s Veterans Transition Program receives $1.37 million from the BC/Yukon Command of The Royal Canadian Legion

The University of British Columbia has received $1.37 million from the BC/Yukon Command of The Royal Canadian Legion to expand its Veterans Transition Program (VTP).

Oct 26, 2010

UBC and The Royal Canadian Legion announce $1.37 million partnership at City Hall annual Poppy Campaign kickoff

UBC and the BC/Yukon Command of The Royal Canadian Legion will announce a partnership to benefit veterans at the kickoff of the annual Poppy Campaign in the lead up to Remembrance Day.

Oct 25, 2010