Job Posting: UGME Indigenous Health Curriculum Lead (0.2 FTE)
Help shape the future of medical education at UBC. This role offers a unique opportunity to strengthen how future physicians learn about Indigenous health, cultural safety, and reconciliation in practice. Working across all four sites of UBC’s MD Undergraduate Program, the Lead will guide the integration and delivery of Indigenous health curriculum.
Equity on Life Support: Podcast Series with Saleem Razack
We invite you to tune in to this thought-provoking Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada special podcast series hosted by Dr. Saleem Razack, REDI Senior Faculty Advisor. The podcast explores the intersection of health equity, social justice and anti-racist/anti-oppressive practices in medical education.
New book by Elder Larry Grant: Reconciling: A Lifelong Struggle to Belong
In recognition of Musqueam Day on November 1, we invite you to read Elder Larry Grant’s newly-published book, Reconciling: A Lifelong Struggle to Belong. Through a series of heartfelt conversations with writer Scott Steedman, Elder Grant reflects on his life as a Musqueam-Chinese man navigating identity, belonging and reconciliation. Reconciling is both a deeply personal memoir and a powerful reflection on resilience, culture, healing and belonging.
Accessibility & Disability Awareness Courses & Workshops
In recognition of Disability Employment Awareness Month, Mental Illness Awareness Week (October 6–12) and Invisible Disability Awareness Week (October 19–25), we invite you to explore a variety of online courses and events offered by the UBC Centre for Workplace Accessibility.
Research Voices from the Field with Bonita Sawatzky
In this edition of our Research Voices from the Field series, Dr. Bonita Sawatzky (Department of Orthopaedics, Centre for Health Education Scholarship) reflects on why she co-authored “Lasting Impact of Patient-Led Medical Education,” highlighting the impact of patient educators in helping future physicians better understand life with chronic illness and disability.
Congratulations to Derek Thompson
Congratulations to Derek Thompson on receiving the 2025 UBC Department of Medicine Faculty & Staff Award.
Indigenous Student Lounge
The Indigenous Student Lounge (Biological Sciences Building, Room 2032) is open to all Indigenous students—undergraduate and graduate—across STEM disciplines. Drop in to enjoy free snacks, a microwave, comfy couches, and desks for getting work done or taking a break.
Introduction to the REDI Office: Resources for Faculty and Staff
Are you new to UBC or the Faculty of Medicine? Learn about the REDI Office’s range of resources to support your role, from professional development and EDI best practices to strategies for fostering an inclusive and respectful workplace.
Introduction to the REDI Office: Resources for Learners
Discover a wealth of resources from the REDI Office designed to support your learning journey. Join upcoming events, and access over 40 hours of recorded events.
REDI In-Person Event Travel Bursary for FoM Faculty & Staff
REDI is offering a limited number of travel bursaries for FoM Faculty & staff members located outside of Vancouver to attend REDI in-person events at UBC Point Grey campus.