Previous Collective Events
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April 10, 2025
Climate+Water Research Symposium - Day Two
Water connects all living things. Ensuring resilient water systems for society and ecosystems is a global priority, challenged by both present and future impacts of a changing climate.Join us for important conversations about the nexus of Climate+Water. All those interested in research,…
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April 9, 2025
Climate+Water Research Symposium - Day One
Water connects all living things. Ensuring resilient water systems for society and ecosystems is a global priority, challenged by both present and future impacts of a changing climate.Join us for important conversations about the nexus of Climate+Water. All those interested in research,…
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March 14, 2025
Climate Conversation: Compound Hazards (Kelowna)
As the climate changes, both the frequency and intensity of extreme weather events is also increasing. Heatwaves, wildfires, droughts, floods and other extreme events present serious hazards that may result in either loss or damage to people and infrastructure. The Insurance Bureau of Canada…
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February 26, 2025
Climate Conversation: Compounding Hazards (Hybrid)
As the climate changes, both the frequency and intensity of extreme weather events is also increasing. Heatwaves, wildfires, droughts, floods and other extreme events present serious hazards that may result in either loss or damage to people and infrastructure. The Insurance Bureau of Canada…
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February 13, 2025
Solutions Scholars NOI Q&A Session
Join the Q&A Session for information regarding submitting a project NOI by February 28th. For more info and Frequently Asked Questions, view here. Call for Notice of Intent (NOI)The first stage is now open. The Climate Solutions Research Collective (the Collective) is soliciting…
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February 12, 2025
Climate Conversation: The ‘Climate’ of Political Polarization and Misinformation in Canadian Politics
If you missed this event, read a summary here.In this tumultuous period in Canadian politics, concerns over issues like polarization as it relates to climate change, and climate misinformation are front of mind for many. Join colleagues from the Department of Sociology and the Center for the…
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February 11, 2025
Climate Conversation: Climate Research Round Table in the Okanagan
If you missed this event, read a summary here.Calling UBCO researchers with an interest in climate! 2024 was the warmest year on record, since global records began. What direction did your climate-related research take in 2024 and what direction do you anticipate taking in 2025? Come…
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January 21, 2025
Climate Conversation: Climate Policy and the new US Administration
Missed this event? Read a summary here.With the inauguration of Donald Trump for a second term as President on January 20, 2025, the role of the US federal government in climate action is expected to shift significantly. Join us for an informal conversation with faculty experts who will lead…
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November 25, 2024
Climate Conversation with Professor Stepan Wood
If you missed this event, see a summary here. Understanding Youth-led Climate Litigation in Canada: The Mathur AppealIn Mathur et al. v. His Majesty in Right of Ontario, seven youth have filed a lawsuit claiming that Ontario violated the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms by…
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November 7, 2024
Unpacking COP29: A Panel Discussion
This event has passed. You can review an event summary or watch the webinar recording on our YouTube Channel. With COP29 in Baku, Azerbaijan just around the corner, join our panel of experts for a primer on how United Nations climate summits work, the pressing issues up for negotiation…