"These are immigrant entrepreneurs. They have a few dollars and open up a small business, trying to make a go of it." -@ayan604.bsky.social
Andy Yan is quoted in this VancouverSun feature on ethnically diverse restaurants along Victoria Drive in Vancouver.
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We’re hiring!
The SFU Urban Studies Program invites applications for a Sessional Instructor (Summer 2026) to teach URB 630: Urban Development, Planning & Policy (May 8–Aug 28, 2026).
Deadline: April 1, 2026
Learn more: www.sfu.ca/urban/about-...
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Unfortunately, these radio broadcast links are only available for a limited time.
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Happening tomorrow, 5:30–8 PM! 🎬
Join us for a FREE screening & discussion of "Humans in the Loop" - part of Multilingual Week at Harbour Centre (Rm 7000).
Open to all SFU students, faculty, & staff.
Free popcorn & refreshments! 🍿
RSVP: www.eventbrite.ca/e/sfu-urban-...
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SFU Multilingual week begins on Monday! There are many talks, panels, and tables from various FASS departments to check out so have a look at the schedule and get ready to join this annual event.
www.sfu.ca/wll/mlw.html
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3MT is an excellent way to get your research noticed 🙌 and win cash prizes!
💰First place winner: $400
💵 Second place winner: $200
🤑 People’s Choice winner: $200
The First Place winner and the People’s Choice winner will move forward to the SFU-wide final.
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Congratulations to Professor Peter Hall, whose book, "Gateways to Trade", was just published yesterday. He co-wrote the text with Dorval Brunelle, Claudia De Fuentes, and Jean Michel Montsion.
Learn more: www.ubcpress.ca/gateways-to-...
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"In Aranya Sahay’s acclaimed film, 'Humans in the Loop', he highlights the A.I. revolution, bringing a sense of rationality & humanity to this rapidly advancing technological change." -Film Threat
Check it out on Feb. 24 (5:30 PM) at SFU Harbour Centre.
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En collaboration avec Perspectives plurielles/Informed Perspectives et le Centre for Multidisciplinary Studies on the French-Speaking World, le Centre for Urban Governance #sfuurb organise un atelier d’écriture grand public le lundi 23 février.
RSVP: tinyurl.com/5fymp5b5
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Our February newsletter is up!
Check out key announcements and upcoming events, as well as the latest accomplishments from our faculty, students, and alumni.
Read the full newsletter here: secure.campaigner.com/CSB/Public/a...
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ATTN: SFU students, faculty, & staff
🎥 Free film screening + discussion!
Humans in the Loop w/ the SAGA Research Project—popcorn included 🍿
🗓 Feb 24, 5:30–8 PM
📍 Harbour Centre (Rm 7000)
Part of SFU Multilingual Week
👉 RSVP: www.eventbrite.ca/e/sfu-urban-...
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Want to ride your bicycle? A new SFU study has found that Canada’s cycling network is growing, but not everyone is benefitting.
While cities usually invest in cycling infrastructure in their downtown cores to support commuters, researchers says it’s important not to overlook everyday bike trips.
Black and white image of a student doing a presentation. On his left is a graphic of a large red stopwatch with a number 3 inside it. On his right reads text: March 9, 2026 - FASS THREE MINUTE THESIS - SHARE YOUR RESEARCH - BUILD PROFESSIONAL SKILLS - WIN CASH PRIZES
The Three Minute Thesis (3MT) competition challenges students to present their thesis and its significance in just three minutes to a general audience. Get your research noticed and receive valuable feedback! Open to all FASS graduate students.
➡️ Registration closes on March 1. Link in Bio.
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Join SFU Multilingual Week February 23 to 28, 2026.
Celebrate linguistic diversity in a week-long series of event: a keynote, talks, panels, roundtable discussions, and a language and culture expo. Everyone is welcome—students, faculty members, and staff. And it's free!
www.sfu.ca/wll/mlw.html
Graphic showing the 4 Shadbolt Fellows overlaying an orange background. In large white text reads GROWING COMMUNITY AND BUILDING FUTURES, AN EVENING WITH THE 2025-2026 JACK AND DORIS SHADBOLT FELLOWS.
Join us for an evening of conversation with the new @sfu.ca Shadbolt Fellows on February 5th, doors open at 6:30pm.
⭐️ Learn about the creative projects they have been working on during their residency.
Register here: growing-community-building-futures.eventbrite.ca
Congratulations to #sfuurb & @sfugero.bsky.social Professor Mei Lan Fang, who has received the Emerging Community-Engaged Researcher Award.
Learn more about Professor Fang's research:
www.sfu.ca/ceri/ceri-pr...
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Congratulations to Pok Man Tong who successfully defended his MURB thesis on Tuesday!
Pictured (left to right) Professors Tiffany Muller Myrdahl, @yushuzhu.bsky.social and Meg Holden and Pok Man Tong
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SFU students: It's your last chance! Register today for the Finland Field School. Explore comparative urban sustainability through city tours, expert talks, & community engagement in Helsinki’s coastal environment.
Apply now: tinyurl.com/mwkc2jts
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Advance your Urban Studies career—w/o quitting your day job. Study in the evening for a Master’s or Graduate Diploma. Learn from urban experts & join a diverse student community.
Deadline extended to Mar. 31 (apply early for funding priority).
www.sfu.ca/urban/apply....
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Check out "Expo ‘86 at 40 Symposium"
Fri, Jan 23 | 9:30am | In-person @SFUVan | Free |
#bcpoli #vanpoli #vanre
www.eventbrite.ca/e/expo-86-at...
SFU Students: Today's the last day to apply for a bursary. Head to SFU’s financial aid website to find out how to submit your application. Don’t miss out!
www.sfu.ca/students/fin...
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Make 2026 your best year yet - study in Finland this summer! You have one week left to apply to our Comparative Urban Sustainability Field School. Visit the website for more information-Helsinki awaits!
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We congratulate MURB student Tzezl Lau on successfully defending her thesis last week!
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Prof. @ayan604.bsky.social spoke to CKNW on Tuesday about whether Canada might relax or remove the foreign buyers ban and foreign buyers tax amid slowing housing markets. Find out what he had to say by listening here:
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The deadline to apply to the #sfuurb master's & diploma programs is fast-approaching. Watch our latest info session to learn everything you need to know before you begin the application process.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=_ADl...
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We welcome everyone to attend Pok Man Tong's thesis defence on Tuesday, January 20th (9:45 AM) at SFU's Harbour Centre campus (HC 1510).
Title: Hastings Crossings BIA’s Approaches to Social Innovation in Downtown Eastside, Vancouver
Learn more: events.sfu.ca/event/47175-1
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Our hybrid info session for the 2026 Finland Field School is happening tomorrow at 4 PM. Join us in person or online.
Sign up today: events.sfu.ca/event/46939-1
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Welcome to all our new and returning #sfuurb students! We wish you a great spring 2026 semester. Visit our website to learn more about our programs and reach out anytime.
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We wish everyone a wonderful holiday season and a Happy New Year! We will be back with more social media content on January 5th, 2026.
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Mark your calendars - Bursary applications will open on Dec. 22nd! To be eligible, you must:
-have a demonstrated financial need.
-be enrolled in a minimum of 9 units of standard graded courses at SFU in the term of application.
Learn more: www.sfu.ca/students/fin...
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