Upcoming Events
Vancouver Institute Lecture | Oct 21
Is the Missing Middle Missing for a Good Reason?
with Dr. Thomas Davidoff, Stanley Hamilton Professor in Real Estate Financing, Sauder School of Business, University of BC
Dr. Davidoff’s research on public policies related to insurance, housing, mortgages, and retirement finance have been published in leading journals in finance, real estate, and economics, and presented at a variety of academic institutions and international conferences around the world. Prior to joining UBC, Dr. Davidoff worked in real estate development in Brooklyn and taught at UC Berkeley. He has provided advice to public officials on housing and mortgage policy, including the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation, the Government of BC, Vancouver Mayor’s Housing Advisory Council, and the White House Council of Economic Advisors. Dr. Davidoff is also the Director of the Centre for Urban Economics and Real Estate at UBC.
Saturday, 21 October 2023 - 8:15pm
Wine Appreciation Group | Oct 26
AN INDULGENCE WITH “SPOOKY” WINES THAT “COULD BE” COMPATIBLE WITH HALLOWEEN CUISINE
Expertise level: all levels.
Amateur winemaking/orange wine/rich &/or sweet reds ~ 4 wines. Sub-theme: Blind identifying wines low vs high quality. Guess the price range!
The Wine Appreciation Group has a limited number of spaces available in this year's group. Please reach out to David MacArthur at david.mcarthur@ubc.ca to register.
Thursday, 26 October 2023 - 6:30pm
Moving Medicine Forward Lecture | Oct 26
CAN HEALTHIER DIETS HELP OUR PLANET?
FREE or by donation to Moving Medicine Forward
“Food is the single strongest lever to optimize human health and environmental sustainability on Earth.” This quote from the EAT-Lancet Commission on Food, Plant, Health suggests that what we eat plays a key role in both human and planetary health.
Do you believe that the food on your plate is critical for our own and our planet's health? Join us for an engaging discussion on the impact of our dietary choices on the environment. Discover how small changes in our eating habits can make a big difference in saving our planet. This in-person event will take place on Thursday, October 26 at 7 pm in Vancouver, BC. The event will be held at 800 Robson Street, Vancouver.
Learn from renowned experts in the field, who will share insights and practical tips on adopting healthier diets that are not only beneficial for our own well-being but also for the sustainability of our planet. Don't miss this opportunity to be part of the movement towards a greener and healthier future. Join us and be inspired to make a positive impact on the planet through your food choices!
Thursday, 26 October 2023 - 7:00pm
Moving Medicine Forward Lecture | Oct 27
Food for Health: What I Wish I'd Learned About Nutrition in Medical School
FREE or by donation to Moving Medicine Forward .
Join us for an enlightening evening as Dr. Michael Klaper delves into the topic of nutrition and its importance in supporting health. This in-person event will take place on Fri Oct 27, 2023 at 7 pm at the Kitsilano Neighbourhood House located at 2305 W 7th Ave, Vancouver, BC V6K 1Y4.
In this presentation, Dr. Michael Klaper will share his wisdom about using the food we eat to prevent disease, maintain health and even reverse common chronic conditions. He advocates that proper nutrition, through a whole food, plant-based diet together with a balanced lifestyle is essential for health, and can make the difference between healing an illness or merely treating its symptoms. Dr. Klaper is a gifted clinician, internationally recognized teacher, and sought-after speaker on diet and health who has practiced preventive and nutritional medicine for more than 40 years and is a leading educator in applied plant-based nutrition and integrative medicine.
Don't miss this opportunity to expand your understanding of nutrition and its role in healthcare. Join us at the Kitsilano Neighbourhood House for an evening of education, networking, and inspiration.
Friday, 27 October 2023 - 7:00pmVancouver Institute Lecture | Oct 28
Residential Schools in Canada: Survivor Truths, Access to Records, and the Post-TRC Era
with Dr. Tricia Logan, Interim Academic Director, Indian Residential School History and Dialogue Centre, and Assistant Professor in First Nations and Indigenous Studies, School of Public Policy and Global Affairs, University of BC
Dr. Logan is a Métis scholar with more than 20 years of experience working with elders and leaders in First Nations, Métis and Inuit communities in Canada. Prior to her time at UBC, Dr. Logan was the Manager of Research at the National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation at the University of Manitoba. She has held roles at the National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation, the Canadian Museum for Human Rights, the Métis Centre at the National Aboriginal Health Organization, the Aboriginal Healing Foundation, and the Legacy of Hope Foundation. Dr. Logan has worked with survivors of residential schools, completed research on the Métis experience in residential schools, and worked with Métis communities on a Michif language revitalization project.
Saturday, 28 October 2023 - 8:15pm
Carlton Life Long Learning Program | Nov 1
Rock in the Late 1960s and 1970s
with Keith McCuaig
By the mid-to-late 1960s, rock music had solidified its place as a respected artform.
No longer dismissed as disposable teen pop, it was widely recognized for its musical and cultural significance. This course focuses on rock music from 1967-1980, including subgenres such as psychedelic rock, blues rock, progressive rock, and early punk. The social and historical context of this music, its major figures, and descriptions of musical characteristics and sounds will be explored. Discover the various sounds and cultural influences of this exciting era of rock music!
The CURAC Life-Long Learning Committee (LLL), invites members to register for this series.
Wednesday, 1 November 2023 - 7:00am