Study finds no increase in traffic injuries after cannabis legalization
In reviewing traffic-injury emergency department data from Alberta and Ontario, Dr. Russ Callaghan and his team found that Canada’s 2018 legalization of cannabis was not associated with increases in injuries.
Carbon and Energy Management paper earns award nomination
UNBC's Carbon and Energy Management class pairs students with participating local businesses looking to reduce their carbon footprint. A paper about the impact of the course is nominated for a prestigious award.
UNBC and University of Central Asia sign agreement to collaborate
A new partnership between UNBC and the University of Central Asia paves the way for increased student exchanges and research collaborations.
Tropical forests home to a majority of terrestrial vertebrates
UNBC researchers quantified the percentage of terrestrial vertebrates that call tropical forests home, demonstrating the importance of protecting these ecosystems.
In Testimonio, UNBC researchers document Canadian mining company-linked human rights violations
A new book, Testimonio: Canadian Mining in the Aftermath of Genocides in Guatemala, is co-edited by UNBC Geography Professor Dr. Catherine Nolin and Grahame Russell, Director of Rights Action and UNBC Adjunct Professor and is based on their research and their direct community support in Guatemala since 2004.
UBC expands physical therapy program in northern B.C. at UNBC
A partnership between UBC and UNBC, the UBC Master of Physical Therapy – North program launched last fall at UNBC's Prince George campus to help inspire more graduates to stay and practice in northern and rural communities across B.C., as well as to increase access to physical therapy services.
Timberwolves unveil Indigenous logo, jerseys
Gitxsan artist Trevor Angus has designed the alternate logo and jersey for the UNBC Timberwolves men's and women's soccer and basketball teams. UNBC's is the first Canadian college or university to have an alternate logo and jersey created by an Indigenous artist.
Dr. Kathy Lewis nationally recognized for her outstanding contributions to forestry research
Dr. Kathy Lewis is a Registered Professional Forester, acclaimed researcher, and a founding faculty member at UNBC who is well-respected amongst her peers, students and colleagues. She also serves as the University’s Acting Vice-President for the Office of Research and Innovation.
Last week, the Canadian Institute of Forestry (CIF) granted her its Canadian Forestry Scientific Achievement Award.
UNBC returns to top of Maclean’s magazine rankings
For the third time in seven years, Maclean’s Magazine has ranked the University of Northern British Columbia as the top university in its category in Canada.