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  • Celebrating the UBC Midwifery Class of 2026 

    Celebrating the UBC Midwifery Class of 2026 

    Under clear skies and warm sunshine, UBC Midwifery celebrated the graduation of the Class of 2026, the largest graduating class in the program’s history.  This year, 27 students crossed the stage at spring graduation, with one additional student expected to complete the program in the fall, bringing the Class of 2026 to 28 graduates. Together, they represent the next

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  • One Million More Midwives: UBC Midwifery Voices

    One Million More Midwives: UBC Midwifery Voices

    On International Day of the Midwife 2026, the global call for One Million More Midwives highlights a growing need for care—one that is also felt here in British Columbia. We spoke with midwives and student midwives from across BC about what this need looks like in practice, and how it is shaping care for families

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  • Empowerment Through Education: Jade on Midwifery and Community

    Empowerment Through Education: Jade on Midwifery and Community

    Jade shares what inspired her to pursue midwifery and the importance of culturally competent care, advocacy, and education within Black communities.

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  • Where Culture and Science Meet: Rosette on Becoming a Midwife

    Where Culture and Science Meet: Rosette on Becoming a Midwife

    Rosette reflects on what drew her to midwifery and how she hopes to strengthen the communities she will serve. Her path is grounded in both cultural knowledge and scientific practice.

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  • Supplemental Application Deadline Extension 

    Supplemental Application Deadline Extension 

    Good news for those who need a little more time with the supplemental application. Due to a discrepancy between our posted and application portal deadlines, and to ensure consistency with the Applicant Services Centre (portal) date, the deadline is 11:59 pm PST, January 20. If you have any questions, please see the supplemental application instructons, or contact the Student Services Manager &

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  • Midwives Now Eligible for Canada’s Student Loan Forgiveness Program 

    Midwives Now Eligible for Canada’s Student Loan Forgiveness Program 

    Big news: as of January 1, 2026, midwives join Canada’s Student Loan Forgiveness Program, unlocking up to $30,000 in federal loan forgiveness for eligible service in rural and smaller communities.  This marks a major milestone for the profession and reflects years of advocacy to recognize the essential role midwives play in improving access to care across Canada.  What’s changed?  The federal government

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  • UBC Midwifery REACT Revives IBPOC Student Mentorship Program

    UBC Midwifery REACT Revives IBPOC Student Mentorship Program

    The UBC Midwifery Program’s Racial Equity in Action Committee (REACT) is reviving a mentorship program for racialized midwifery students. Mentees: IBPOC Students in the Midwifery Education Program seeking support from a midwifery mentor will be asked to complete a survey to prioritize their goals for the mentorship program. Mentors: Interested IBPOC midwives will be asked to complete a similar

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  • Congratulations to Our Fall Graduates: Sage Thomas and Elise Everard

    Congratulations to Our Fall Graduates: Sage Thomas and Elise Everard

    The UBC Midwifery Program is proud to celebrate two outstanding graduates this fall: Elise Everard (she/her) and Sage Thomas (she/her). Elise Everard, also graduating from her fourth year, has provided care in Kelowna, Port Coquitlam, New Westminster, Abbotsford, and Chilliwack, gaining rich experience across urban and community settings. As a research assistant with UBC’s Birth

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