Our partner, Simon Fraser University-led BCCAI is helping to #PropelBC by supporting small and medium businesses with their agritech innovations.

Congratulations to Professor Steven Holdcroft and SFU alumnus Ben Britton, co-founders of clean energy company IonomrInc, who have received a Governor General’s Innovation Award in recognition of their achievements Ben Britton ow.ly/YiSh50RuYXM

It was wonderful to celebrate our incredible alumni at last week's Outstanding Alumni Awards. Congratulations to all our winners and thank you for representing #SFU so well. SFU Alumni

This #EarthDay , check out the incredible work Simon Fraser University students, faculty and staff are doing to build an inclusive and sustainable future.

Together, we are making a difference for people and the planet—on campus, in our communities and beyond 🌎🫶 sfu.ca/dashboard/facu…

President of Simon Fraser University, Joy Johnson, shares how university partnerships are essential for addressing real-world issues, providing students with learning opportunities and advancing knowledge and research. 🎓🔍

I am thrilled to see significant investments in research and graduate student support in the 2024 federal budget. When we invest in research, students and the post-secondary sector, we invest in a more inclusive, sustainable and prosperous future for all Canadians.

It was great to connect with colleagues and partners at the Swiss Innovation Fest to discuss how #SFU , Canada and Switzerland are engaging in global challenges and advancing innovation together.

Today SFU recognizes the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination. On this and every day, let’s stand together against racism and create an equitable, diverse and inclusive space where all feel welcome, safe, accepted and valued. ow.ly/AFSf50QVXVa

✨ Spirit Day was a blast at the Surrey Campus! ✨

From fun activities to exciting prizes, we loved seeing our campus community connect and celebrate school spirit. Thank you to Joy Johnson for stopping by to take part in the fun! #SFUSpiritDay

Happy #SFUSpiritDay ! I had a lot of fun at the SFU Surrey campus today—thanks to all the students, faculty and staff who dressed up and showed your spirit.

Happy International Women’s Day! Today, we are excited to celebrate the learning, teaching, research and work of women at #SFU . We are so inspired by the SFU students, faculty and staff who are working to #InspireInclusion on our campuses and in the world. #IWD2024

Don't miss this very special event: Dr. Ronald E. Ignace, the first Commissioner of Indigenous Languages, will be delivering a keynote to the SFU community.

Feb 26, 2024. Free! In-person and online.

Please register via Eventbrite: ignace-keynote.eventbrite.ca

Health research will always be a topic that is close to my heart. I’m so proud that we are doing incredible problem-solving in this space at #SFU .

Sun, Feb 11 is International Day of Women & Girls in Sciences.

5 women in our Faculty shared their perspectives on highlighting the contribution of women & girls to the sciences, & any advice they have for aspiring scientists.

Read more: sfu.ca/fhs/news-event…

#IDWGS

Thanks to Universities Canada | Universités Canada for bringing us together this week! I was so inspired by our panel discussion on the role universities can play in strengthening healthcare across the country. #Accelerate2024

The Honorable Dr. Jean Augustine became the first Black Woman elected to the Parliament of Canada, Cabinet Minister and Deputy Speaker in 1993.

At this #BlackHistoryMonth event at #SFU , Augustine will share her insights on leadership. 🌟

Register: ow.ly/FN5P50QyUtO..

SFU's theme for Black History Month this February takes inspiration from the Scarborough Charter and SFU's own commitment to inclusive excellence. Read stories from the Black community, discover events and activities from groups including SFU's Equity Office,Students of Caribbean…

Thank you to Consul General Manish and representatives from India in Vancouver for dropping by our SFU Surrey and Burnaby campuses yesterday! CG Manish toured Mechatronics Systems Engineering Labs and 4D Labs and spoke with President Joy Johnson about working together to support…