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Day of the Longboat

Welcome to the Day of the LongBoat

September 28-29, 2019

This signature UBC event takes place on the shores of Jericho Beach with over 3,000 people paddling in the largest voyageur canoe race in the world. Your team races in either just-for-fun or competitive heats to the finish line. You can also enjoy games at the Day of the LongBoat festival, and the facilities at the Jericho Sailing Centre.

Plastic-Free Swaps and DIY Workshop

Event Info: Join Surfrider Vancouver for an educational workshop and discussion led by Regan Courtney, a Vancouver based Nutritionist and Wellness Coach. Learn how to make your own  “Chewy Coconut Granola Bars”, your own sugar scrubs and a chemical-free household cleaner and learn about plastic-free alternatives. Tickets are limited. Registration at 6:30 pm.

Community Food Mapping Event

Event Info: Researchers from SFU and UBC working in the Food Systems Lab are inviting City of Vancouver residents to attend a community food asset mapping and focus group event at SFU Harbour Centre on Wednesday, July 31 at 5:30 pm. Food will be provided.

 

 

Seeds of Knowledge


Event info:

Learn more about the innovative research happening at the Centre for Sustainable Food Systems at UBC Farm and our partners, highlighting results and giving you a chance to meet researchers, explore research tools, and join an interactive tour to see research in action.

Join us and enjoy:

  • Free UBC Farm tour with guest spots from researchers
  • Scavenger hunt and colouring contest for kids
  • “Passport to Knowledge” prize draw
  • Live music from Route 9 and The William Chernoff Band
  • Food and coffee trucks
  • More than 30 different local vendors selling produce, fruit, meat, mushrooms, cheese, eggs, baked goods, beverages, sweet treats, alcohol, artisan goods, and more

UBC Farm Community Kitchen

Event info: The UBC Farm Community Kitchen Summer Series continues on July 9 from 5:30 – 8:30 pm! The next Community Kitchen takes place July 27 at 10:00 am. Come and enjoy a delicious meal together.