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Meet OEH Alumni Changemaker 2026: Quinn Danyluk

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.

5 surprising things to know about heat and your health

Here’s what UBC public health experts want you to know about keeping safe during the next heat wave.

SPPH Welcomes New Assistant Professor, Dr. Chenoa Matthews 

We are excited to announce that Dr. Chenoa Matthews will be joining the School of Population and Public Health as an Assistant Professor, tenure-track, on September 1, 2026.

Drs. Anne Gadermann & Eva Oberle appointed interim Co-Directors, Human Early Learning Partnership

We are pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Anne Gadermann and Dr. Eva Oberle as interim Co-Directors of the Human Early Learning Partnership (HELP), effective to September 30, 2027.

Dr. Daniel Steel appointed interim Director, W. Maurice Young Centre for Applied Ethics

We are pleased to announce that Dr. Daniel Steel has been appointed interim Director, W. Maurice Young Centre for Applied Ethics (CAE), effective to December 31, 2027.

Children of mothers with congenital heart disease face higher risk of developmental vulnerability

Children born to mothers with congenital heart disease are more likely to experience developmental challenges by the time they start school, according to a new study led by researchers at the University of British Columbia and the Karolinska Institutet in Sweden.

Student Spotlight: Donald Wiah’s MSc OEH Journey

Meet Donald Wiah, an international MSc OEH student who graduated this May. Read on to learn more about his journey and what drives his passion for occupational and environmental hygiene.

Cancer Prevention Research Cluster receives CIHR grant to support 2026 Trainee Research Day

The one-day, in-person event will showcase trainee-led research spanning cancer risk reduction, early detection, survivorship, and equitable approaches to cancer prevention and care.

Recognizing student excellence at SPPH

SPPH is proud to celebrate student award recipients whose academic excellence, research achievements and leadership are making a difference in public health.

SPPH faculty honoured at UBC Faculty of Medicine Academic Gowns and Emeriti Recognition Ceremony

On June 2, 2026, the UBC Faculty of Medicine Dean’s Office hosted its annual Academic Gowns and Emeriti Recognition Ceremony.

Meet OEH Alumni Changemaker 2026: Bianca Malouf

Student Spotlight: Zainab Mohammad’s MSc OEH Journey

Meet Zainab Mohammad, a 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

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.

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

Explore resources and see what’s happening at UBC.

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

See what’s happening at UBC.

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.