Get involved in your community! Make new friends from your own and other cultures, share peer support, and explore the region around UFV. We have lots of opportunities for you to enjoy yourself, enrich your university experience, and help others learn with you.
Social & Cultural Activities
UFV International’s Social and Cultural Activity Programs offers cultural celebrations, local outings, and bus trips to places like Vancouver and Whistler. Come join us for fun, learning, and connection!
The Global Lounge
The Global Lounge is a welcoming and comfortable space for conversation. It is a centre of diversity, cross-cultural exchange, and respectful debate of ideas and views. It is a great place to study, hang out with friends, attend an event, or simply drop in for a break.
Friends Without Borders (FWB)
Friends Without Borders (FWB) is a 10-week intercultural peer support program that builds social and cultural connections for students. The program is designed to provide a supportive community for UFV students to connect globally, pursue intercultural learning, and build meaningful connections.
The STEP Café
The STEP Café is a weekly drop-in to help international students. Get answers to questions about different parts of student life, including:
- Academics
- Health
- Accommodation
- Working
- Self-care
- Community engagement