Support that made all the difference

With support from the Doctors of BC Bursary, Keni Hervie is turning a personal experience into a medical career.

More than a forest: a living laboratory

With donor support, the Malcolm Knapp Research Forest Renewal Project is transforming a vital outdoor classroom into a hub for forest science and education in BC. Learn more

Powering hope: One student’s positive vision for the age of AI

At UBC, a vibrant research environment empowers Muhammad Adnan to help take artificial intelligence into an optimistic future. Learn more

From stem cells to robots

A look inside the Gordon B. Shrum Building―the new home of UBC’s School of Biomedical Engineering. Learn more

This scientist’s side hustle is creating crosswords for The New York Times

Dean by day, cruciverbalist by night, Dr. Mark MacLachlan discusses the science behind the art of his hobby as a crossword creator for The New York Times.

The incredible impact to date through FORWARD, the campaign for UBC

Message from Heather

Reflecting on a year of impact: Your generosity is transforming lives and creating a brighter future

As we look back on this remarkable year, I am truly inspired by what we have achieved together. Your vision and generosity have been the driving force behind ground-breaking progress at UBC and beyond.

Thanks to your support, in 2025 we celebrated incredible milestones, including the opening of the Gordon B. Shrum Building—Canada’s first purpose-built biomedical engineering facility—and the revitalization of the innovative "living lab" in the Malcolm Knapp Research Forest. Your generosity has also empowered students and strengthened wellbeing across UBC campuses, fostering a community where learning, research, and health thrive.

I hope you enjoyed these inspiring stories of how donors like you are making a difference, all as part of FORWARD, the campaign for UBC. Together, we are shaping healthier lives, stronger communities, and a sustainable future. Thank you for everything you have made possible.

Heather McCaw
Vice-President
Development and Alumni Engagement

Donors make all the difference!

At UBC, we’re using plants to filter microplastics from water—to build a cleaner future, one drop at a time. It’s just one example of how your support is advancing healthy lives, creating solutions for the planet and shaping thriving societies.

Find out more about how donors like you are moving what matters forward.