Student Spotlight: Zainab Mohammad’s MSc OEH Journey
Meet Zainab Mohammad, a second-year MSc OEH student who graduated this May. We asked Zainab about her journey, her experience in the program, and what’s next for her.
Meet OEH Alumni Changemaker 2026: Aaron Agyeman
The OEH Alumni Changemaker Award recognizes outstanding alumni of the UBC MSc in Occupational and Environmental Health (OEH) program whose work has advanced practice, research, policy, education, or the OEH community.
SPPH faculty gather for teaching workshop and instructor appreciation BBQ
On June 11, faculty and instructors from SPPH gathered for the annual Preparing for Teaching workshop and Instructor Appreciation BBQ.
Indigenous History Month
June commemorates Indigenous History Month in Canada.
Pride at UBC
At UBC, we’re proud to celebrate 2SLGBTQIA+ students, faculty and staff!
MPH students claim national title at the 2026 CES Case Competition
We are thrilled to share that a UBC MPH team captured the national title at the 2026 Canadian Evaluation Society (CES) Case Competition, held in Edmonton on May 25, 2026.
SPPH undergraduate students produce knowledge translation products for global health course
This spring, undergraduate students in SPPH 481D: Global Health Policy and Systems participated in semester-long group projects that focused on exploring one specific health policy issue in a context of their choosing. We invite you to explore their work.
Anne Gadermann’s Canada Research Chair renewed to advance youth mental health research
Anne Gadermann, Associate Professor at SPPH, has been renewed as a Tier 2 Canada Research Chair in Bio-Eco-Social Determinants of Child and Youth Mental Health.
Who Needs a Statistician Anymore?
SPPH Research Seminar Series: Join us on June 19, from 12-1 PM. Click to RSVP and learn more!
Celebrating UBC SPPH spring 2026 graduates
SPPH proudly celebrated its Spring 2026 graduates during a special reception following UBC Convocation.
Kids who take risks at play make faster, smarter decisions in traffic
“Keeping children safe means letting them take risks,” said Dr. Mariana Brussoni.
SPPH PhD candidate wins prestigious international WDPI award
Jacynthe L’Heureux, a PhD candidate at SPPH, has been selected as the winner of the WDPI Patrick Loisel Student Abstract Award.
Jackson Loyal receives the Dr. Anne Crichton Award for Publication
The annual award recognizes a trainee (student, resident or post-doc) at SPPH who has published or presented the most impactful scholarly work in the previous 12 months on a topic related to health services and systems. Congratulations, Jackson!
Addressing forced resilience: Indigenous experiences with genomic medicine in BC
A newly published study examines how systemic barriers in health care shape Indigenous families’ views about genomic medicine in British Columbia.
Community update on Canvas following cyber incident
The UBC community’s access to Canvas is currently unavailable due to a cybersecurity incident involving Instructure, the company that owns and operates Canvas.
Asian Heritage Month
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UBC MHA student David Yang receives 2026 Robert Wood Johnson Award
Congratulations to UBC MHA student, David Yang, on receiving the 2026 Robert Wood Johnson Award!
Dr. Amy Salmon reappointed Director, Clinical Faculty Affairs
We are pleased to announce the reappointment of Dr. Amy Salmon as Director, Clinical Faculty Affairs for a second three-year term, effective to March 31, 2029.
National Day of Mourning
Marked annually in Canada on April 28, the National Day of Mourning is a day to remember and honour individuals who have lost their lives or suffered injuries due to workplace tragedies.
SPPH Hosts Public Health Roundtable with PHAC President Nancy Hamzawi
SPPH was pleased to welcome colleagues to a special roundtable discussion featuring Nancy Hamzawi, President of the Public Health Agency of Canada last week.
In Memory of Dr. Shane Pointe
We gather in remembrance and gratitude to honour the life of Dr. Shane Pointe, a beloved Musqueam Elder whose passing is deeply felt across our communities.
Advancing Health and Safety: The First OEH Alumni Changemaker Awards
The inaugural cohort of six award recipients celebrated at the OEH Alumni Engagement Night on March 2, 2026. Congratulations to the awardees!
Mpox Vaccination in Canada: What worked, what didn’t, and what can we learn to improve future outbreak response?
SPPH Research Seminar Series: Join us on April 24, from 12-1 PM. Click to RSVP and learn more!
Dr. Trevor Corneil appointed Assistant Dean, PGME, Engagement & Regional Support
SPPH is pleased to share that Dr. Trevor Corneil has been appointed Assistant Dean, Postgraduate Medical Education (PGME), Engagement and Regional Support, in the UBC Faculty of Medicine, effective April 1, 2026.
Empowering Indigenous Futures: A Health Research Presentation Series
SPPH warmly invites you to Empowering Indigenous Futures: A Health Research Presentation Series, a four-part series exploring Indigenous-led perspectives on health, governance, and equity.
International Transgender Day of Visibility
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Dr. Amee Manges receives over $2.5M to advance genomic innovation
Dr. Amee Manges, professor at SPPH, awarded $2.5M to advance genomic solutions.
Dr. Gina Ogilvie appointed interim Director, Women’s Health Research Institute
We are pleased to announce that Dr. Gina Ogilvie has been appointed interim Director, Women’s Health Research Institute (WHRI), UBC Faculty of Medicine and interim Executive Director, WHRI effective to April 30, 2026.
A journey across nations: Using participatory methods to examine resilience and psychosocial wellbeing
Join us for a special seminar with Professor Jaya Dantas on March 20 from 12-1 pm. Click to RSVP and learn more!
SPPH researchers secure $3.89M to advance seniors’ home and community care in BC
A new investment from Health Research BC will provide $6.3 million over three years to support research that strengthens home and community care for seniors across British Columbia.
Supporting our campus community
Core to the foundation of UBC is care and respect for students, faculty and staff. If you have experienced an event, or witnessed a distressing incident and need support, please click for resources.
Meet The HER Network: Supporting Women in Public and Global Health
In recognition of International Women’s Day, we spoke with the team behind The HER Network.
UBC School of Population and Public Health receives nearly $500,000 in federal funding to strengthen Indo-Pacific global health partnerships
SPPH has been awarded $494,500 CAD from the Government of Canada to advance research, education, and collaborative partnerships across the Indo-Pacific region.
International Women’s Day
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Extreme heat and schizophrenia: A complex and risky combination
SPPH Research/OEH Seminar: Join us on March 27 from 12:30-1:30 PM for a special presentation. Click to RSVP and learn more!
SPPH researchers awarded $4M to advance cancer prevention and early detection
Researchers at the UBC Faculty of Medicine have received nearly $10 million in national funding to advance cancer prevention and early detection, with faculty from SPPH leading two major projects.
Celebrate Pink Shirt Day on February 25
In the spirit of cultivating inclusive, safe and vibrant places to work and learn, we invite faculty and staff to participate in Pink Shirt Day on Wednesday, February 25.
Geroscience Meets Medical and Social Science: Explaining Differential Aging Health
Join us for a special seminar with Dr. Eileen Crimmins on March 10 from 12:30-1:30 pm. Click to RSVP and learn more!
Ramadan
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Lunar New Year
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Black History Month Series: Hayley Lawrence
February is Black History Month. To mark this occasion, we reached out to the SPPH community to learn what Black History Month means to them.
Supporting those impacted by the Tumbler Ridge tragedy
For anyone in need of support, please remember that the Faculty has health and well-being resources available.
Black History Month Series: Dr. Khumbo Kalua
February is Black History Month. To mark this occasion, we reached out to the SPPH community to learn what Black History Month means to them.
University statement on the Tumbler Ridge shootings and community supports
We are deeply shocked and saddened by the shootings at Tumbler Ridge and extend our deepest sympathy to all those impacted.
SPPH researchers awarded $2.18 million in CIHR funding
We are thrilled to celebrate the outstanding achievements of SPPH researchers who have been awarded funding from the CIHR as part of the Fall 2025 Project Grant and Priority Announcement competitions.
Black History Month
Explore events and resources at UBC to learn, engage and celebrate.
Welcome Dr. Jennifer Ritonja
Dr. Ritonja will be starting as an Assistant Professor (Partner) on February 1, 2026.
SPPH strengthens global health partnerships at Mahidol University International Partnerships Week in Thailand
In December 2025, SPPH participated in Mahidol University International Partnerships Week in Thailand.
Advancing the Science of Sustainability in Implementation Science
Join us on February 2 at noon for a special SPPH research seminar with Dr. Rachel Shelton.
A Health Equity Reform for Canada’s Old Age Security System: Eliminating Seniors’ Poverty and Improving Affordability for Younger Canadians
SPPH Research Seminar Series: Join us on February 27, from 12-1 PM. Click to RSVP and learn more!