janetrf
Feb 6: Cafe Scientifique: Getting to the HEART of Preventing Cardiovascular Diseases
By attending this interactive discussion you will learn about ways to decrease the risks of heart disease and stroke. When: February 6, 6:00 – 8:00 pm Where: The Wicklow Pub, 610 Stamps Landing, Vancouver Cost: The event is free, but please register here Dr. Gordon Francis will present his research on the mechanisms that stimulate the formation of […]
Feb 26: SCWIST February Brown Bag Lunch
The Brown Bag Series is a monthly event organized by the Society of Canadian Women in Science and Technology (SCWIST). Their purpose is to provide a place for learning and discussion of topics to help women in STEM fields advance their careers. Unsure where you stand when assessing your progress? Want to learn how to […]
Jan 21: Biorenewables Cafe – earlier start time
Biorenewables Café is inviting Chris Bush, the President of Catalyst Agri-Innovation Society, to lead a friendly, informal discussion on sustainable agriculture through biorefineries. When: January 21, 5:30 pm (previously 6:30 pm) Where: Railway Club, 579 Dunsmuir St, Vancouver A sustainability pioneer from Abbotsford, Chris took the first anaerobic digester for agriculture in British Columbia from concept, […]
Report: An Assessment of the Working Climate for Engineering Faculty at UBC Vancouver, 2012/13
The Assessment of the Working Climate for Engineering Faculty at UBC Vancouver, 2012/13, final report has been completed and has been posted online. We appreciate your continuing support as UBC Engineering – Vancouver moves forward on the recommendations in this report.
Jan 22: CanWIT BC January Breakfast Club
Join the CanWIT BC chapter on January 22 as they host Katie Bennett presenting “Accelerate your career – Leveraging your talents in 2014 and beyond”. When: January 22, 8:00 – 9:30 am Where: CN Strategies Room, Segal Graduate School, SFU, 500 Granville Street, Vancouver Cost: $15 Members / $20 Non-Members (includes continental breakfast) Katie Bennett, an […]
Apr 8: Deadline for NSERC Chairs in Design Engineering Preliminary Proposals
The NSERC Chairs in Design Engineering (CDEs) were established to improve the level and quality of design engineering activity within Canadian universities. NSERC encourages a multidisciplinary view of design engineering and encourages applications from all engineering disciplines. Design engineering is an enabler of innovation. It is the activity that creates the concepts and designs, and […]
Registration Opens for the Yukon College 2014 All-Girls Science Club
The 2014 All-Girls Science Club will focus on the science of health. The club offers plenty of hands-on science experiments and fun activities relating to anatomy, epidemiology, occupational therapy, nutrition, blood typing, sports medicine and community health education. As well, interesting guests will speak about their careers in science. Girls in grades 5-7 can register […]
Feb 14: Deadline for BC WEN Board Nominations
The BC Women in Energy Network (BC WEN) is currently accepting statements of interest for joining the Board of Directors. Board nominations will be accepted until February 14, and voting will be held on February 26 at the 2014 AGM. Potential board members must be a current member of the BC WEN. There are no […]
Jan 29: SCWIST Brown Bag Lunch at UBC
The Brown Bag Series is a monthly event organized by the Society of Canadian Women in Science and Technology (SCWIST). Their purpose is to provide a place for learning and discussion of topics to help women in STEM fields advance their careers. Have a goal or hope for your career future? Unsure how to get […]
Jan 23: 3rd Annual SCWIST New Year Celebration
The Society for Canadian Women in Science and Technology (SCWIST) is pleased to invite you to their third annual SCWIST New Year Celebration, New Year, New Beginnings. When: January 23, 5:00 – 8:00 pm Where: Dining Room, The University Women’s Club at Hycroft Address: 1489 McRae Avenue, Vancouver (map) Cost: Free for […]
