A New Director at the School of Social Work
The School of Social Work at UBC Vancouver is excited to announce the appointment of a new Director, Dr Lea Caragata. Dr Caragata joined the School in 2021 after many years as Professor and Associate Dean at Wilfrid Laurier University. Immediately on joining UBC, Dr Caragata took on reinvigorating the School’s PhD program and has […]
Survey Study on Hong Kong Residents Recently Arrived in Canada
Dr. Miu Chung Yan and his team have just published the results of the online survey on Hong Kong residents recently returned to or arrived in Canada. The study was aimed to fill the knowledge gap of this new wave of newcomers to Canada. The results of the survey indicate that this group of newcomers […]
Tim Stainton contributes to key Nova Scotia report on disability
Professor Tim Stainton co-authored Human Rights Review and Remedy for the Finding of Systemic Discrimination Against Nova Scotians with Disabilities, an important report that could set the groundwork for Nova Scotia to close remaining institutions for people living with disabilities and to have their needs managed in the community. The report includes six key directions […]
Christiana Bratiotis named as Killam Teaching Prize recipient
Congratulations to Associate Professor Dr. Christiana Bratiotis, recipient of a 2022-23 Killam Teaching Prize! The Killam Teaching Prize is awarded annually to faculty nominated by students, colleagues and alumni in recognition of excellence in teaching. Recipients are recognized at the graduation ceremonies. The Killam Teaching Prize is adjudicated within each Faculty at the UBC Vancouver […]
Tim Stainton on Fairchild TV
Tim Stainton participated in a special broadcast regarding MAiD on Fairchild Television. Originally aired March 3, 2023.
Dr. Barbara Lee recognized as KxM Scholar
Congratulations to Assistant Professor Barbara Lee, who was recently announced as a member of the first cohort of Knowledge Exchange and Mobilization (KxM) Scholars. As part of this cohort, Barbara will lead community of practices, implement and evaluate KxM training activities, and provide peer-mentorship at the School of Social Work.
A response to the final report of the Special Joint Committee on Medical Assistance in Dying (AMAD)
Disabled people in Canada have been fighting the expansion of MAiD since its inception, arguing it is discriminatory towards disabled people and will result in premature death due to a lack of social supports. To date, despite their concerns being publicly shared by 5 UN Human Rights experts, they have been ignored or actively suppressed. […]
Grant Charles in The Globe and Mail
Associate Professor Dr. Grant Charles comments on BC’s early intervention supports and resources for mental health and addictions in this article in The Globe and Mail, published February 11, 2023.
Recording for Doing Anti-Oppressive Social Work book launch
If you missed the official book launch for Professor Donna Baines‘ 4th edition of Doing Anti-Oppressive Social Work (co-edited along with Natalie Clark and Bindi Bennett), not to worry! The event was recorded and you can view it here:
Tim Stainton reviews history of discrimination in Nova Scotia
Professor Tim Stainton has been in Nova Scotia, co-leading an independent review team looking into the province’s past history with the disabled community. The team will be submitting a report at the beginning of February to identify recommendations and remedies to Nova Scotia’s long-standing practice of systemic discrimination against the disabled.