OCEAN ACIDIFICATION AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT IN FALSE CREEK
This project, in partnership with the False Creek Friends Society (FCFS), aimed to raise awareness about ocean acidification, promote Indigenous knowledge, and build community support for transforming False Creek into Canada’s first National Urban Marine Park by 2030. Through events like the World Oceans Day Fair and a community feast led by Indigenous Knowledge Keeper […]
STEPS TO FOOD STABILITY: AN AFTER SCHOOL WORKSHOP FOR UNDERPRIVILEGED CHILDREN
This project delivered a series of free, after-school workshops for children ages 5–10 in South Vancouver, focusing on food literacy, nutrition education, and sustainable eating practices. In partnership with South Vancouver Family Place, the program aimed to address food insecurity by equipping families with practical tools and knowledge for healthier, budget-conscious food choices. Each workshop […]
INCLUSIVE AQUATIC LITERACY: EMPOWERING CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES THROUGH WATER SAFETY LEARNING
This project, in partnership with the Aquafit For All Association, demonstrated the value of inclusive, community-based aquatic programs that support children with autism and intellectual disabilities. By integrating trained occupational therapists, rehabilitation assistants, and specialized instructors into mainstream swim lessons, it fostered meaningful participation for children with disabilities while building community capacity for inclusive practice. […]
BELLA COOLA – SUMMER SCIENCE OUTREACH
This partnership developed engaging, hands-on STEM workshops along with land-based learning; tying in Nuxalk education. This initiative aimed to address systemic barriers that limit Indigenous youth in remote communities from accessing STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) opportunities comparable to their urban peers and to also inspire the next generation of Indigenous thinkers and innovators. […]
DERMATOLOGY IN ACTION: BRIDGING GAPS IN SKIN HEALTH ACCESS
This project addressed gaps in skin health care for unhoused and underserved individuals in Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside by providing skin health kits to the community. This project combined prevention, care, and education to foster awareness of skin health in a population at elevated risk for preventable skin conditions. UBC Student Project Lead: Kimia Ameri Community Partner: […]
ANTICIPATORY ACTION AND VANCOUVER HEAT WAVES
This project strengthened community preparedness for extreme heat in the Mount Pleasant neighbourhood by hosting a cool-kit building station that tailored solutions to vulnerable groups for at-risk for high heat health-related complications, such as seniors, newcomers, and families. UBC Student Project Lead: Sophia Li Community Partner: Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House Grant Type: Connect to Community Grant […]
APNA MELA PROJECT
This project was a youth-led cultural celebration, which brought together over 300 community members to celebrate Punjabi heritage through traditional activities, performances, and intergenerational storytelling. It aimed to combat generational disconnect and social isolation, especially among women and elders, while creating opportunities for youth leadership and expression. UBC Student Project Lead: Manpreet Dhesi and Simran Garcha […]