The Campus Resident

The Campus Resident is a source for local journalism that serves the residents of UBC’s neighbourhoods as well as the broader community.

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The new area, located in the southern part of UBC campus, will be one of several focal points as the university carries through with its Campus Vision 2050 plan, which aims to double the population to 35,700 by 2050.

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Voting is open for the UNA’s 1st election to be carried out with electronic voting.
A total of 9 candidates are running for a seat on the @UNAcommunity's board of directors - an elected body that represents residents in UBC's residential neighbourhoods.

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The @UNAcommunity wants residents of UBC's neigbourhoods to play a greater role in connecting community members and raising environmental consciousness.

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Public consultations are expected to begin this month for an off-leash dog park in university neighbourhoods.

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The issue of pedestrian safety in UBC's residential neighbourhoods has once again been raised with local officials after this latest incident.

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UBC's Board of Governors has approved the university’s Neighbourhood Climate Action Plan, endorsing proposals aimed to reduce carbon emissions to net zero by 2050. But more study, planning, and investment is needed to meet those targets.

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The Vancouver School Board has given a potential university neighbourhoods elementary school a higher priority.

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The provincial government has approved UBC’s controversial land use plan that calls for doubling the population of the university neighbourhoods on campus. #BCpoli

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In the face of parent concern about overcrowded schools in the university neighbourhoods, the Vancouver School Board has now given a somewhat higher priority to construction of a new elementary school.

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Find out what happens when local writer Jayne Seagrave leaves her comfort zone and finds comfort at a local watering hole during the recent European football championship.

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More child care spaces are coming to the university neighbourhoods, but wait lists persist.

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Are coyotes showing more aggression? There are some who have their doubts, but one local dog owner is not among them.

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A little over a year in operation, leləṁ Village’s Wildlight Kitchen and Bar has earned a place in the Michelin guide, while its chef has also earned a Michelin Young Chef Award.

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@UBC research is providing insight into the unique maneuverability of hummingbirds. We spoke to zoology professor Doug Altshuler to learn more about these tiny birds, and the best way to feed them.

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@UBC research is providing insight into the unique maneuverability of hummingbirds.

https://t.co/S6FCqwTyL5

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Parents in the UBC neighbourhoods and the endowment lands are increasingly frustrated at overcrowding in the two elementary schools on the peninsula, Norma Rose Point and University Hill Elementary.

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Schoolchildren and parents using a pedestrian crossing on West 16th Avenue that has long drawn safety concerns may soon be able to cross the street in much safer conditions beginning next September.

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Approximately 400m of aging water main along 16th Avenue from Wesbrook Mall to Binning Road needs replacement. Residents will be affected as work is carried out from April 22nd to June 30th.

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🚧 Water Main Replacement on 16th Avenue 🚧

The replacement will take place between April 22nd and June 30th. During construction, access to, from and around Wesbrook Place will be maintained, however, there will be detours in place. Learn more: https://t.co/0lz3O1Hu7b

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Earlier this year, Burb (@shopburb) opened up what it's owner says is the world’s first cannabis dispensary at a major university campus. Not everyone is happy.

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