Simon Fraser University.
public research university in Greater Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
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What's happening
Active this week
Earlier this month
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Simon Fraser University is conducting a project in British Columbia to monitor northern Canadian communities in the Arctic.Some support1 report
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David Eby pledged a new medical school at SFU while campaigning in Surrey, and Lorne Doerkson campaigned in Coquitlam for seniors.Some support4 reports1 development inside
One to three months ago
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First Nations University of Canada supports a gathering taking place at Simon Fraser University's campus.Some support1 report
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Researcher from Simon Fraser University studies the costs associated with Canadian wildfires.Some support1 report
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University research examined the province's youth services program in Newfoundland and Labrador.Some support1 report
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Research indicates that global climate trends are affecting Canadian geography.Some support2 reports
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Pierre Trudeau, Professor Emeritus at SFU, discussed his views on multiculturalism and warned against global openness.Some support1 report
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Yee earned a bachelor of arts in French from Simon Fraser University.Some support1 report
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Research is underway at Simon Fraser University in Berkeley regarding groundwater use and agricultural water demands in California.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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A new VPD academy opened in the Woodward/London Drugs complex, which is also hosting SFU and features a riot mural.Some support1 report
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Williston Lake is being managed as a large human-made reservoir, while Simon Fraser University provides expert geological analysis regarding lake erosion.Some support1 report
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Sean Tucker is studying workplace injury and death rates at Simon Fraser University in British Columbia.Some support3 reports
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Simon Fraser University and University of British Columbia are investigating river erosion in the Canadian High Arctic.Some support1 report
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Hamas symbols were found on campus windows and seen during encampments at Simon Fraser University and University of Ottawa.Some support2 reports
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The Premier, in their capacity as Minister, is driving post-secondary education policy to leverage medical education in addressing regional healthcare shortages in British Columbia.Some support3 reports1 development inside
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A company originated from Simon Fraser University in British Columbia on August 1, 2026.Some support1 report
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Simon Fraser University is helping protect residents of the Downtown Eastside neighborhood in Vancouver.Some support1 report
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A researcher is a PhD student at Simon Fraser University.Some support1 report
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Hira has been appointed as a professor at Simon Fraser University.Some support1 report
Gone quiet
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Both Simon Fraser University and the University of Liverpool are advising on post-pandemic education models.Some support1 report
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An author is currently studying issues impacting the region of Northern Ontario, involving Simon Fraser University.Some support1 report
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Glyn Williams-Jones, a volcanologist from Simon Fraser University, is associated with the traditional sulphur mines at Kawah Ijen in Indonesia.Some support1 report
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A super El Nino pattern is underway, prompting warnings about hotter late summers, impacting vulnerable populations in Vancouver.Some support1 report
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A company based in Vancouver, with ties to Simon Fraser University, has announced a corporate name change to Integrated Quantum Technologies and issued a shareholder update.Some support1 report
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An unnamed individual whose academic journey began in Kelowna and involved a master's project on urban planning, relocated to Vancouver in 2010.Some support1 report
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Researchers from Simon Fraser University are studying the decline of the Whistler Glacier, noting its past support for summer ski programs.Well supported8 reports
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Simon Fraser University observed local revitalization efforts on June 17, 2026.Some support2 reports
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A study on local drowning risks was conducted, analyzing data from Canadian drowning cases.Well supported6 reports
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Leah earned a doctorate in education from Simon Fraser University and is now running as a candidate for the local school board.Some support1 report
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What's reaching Simon Fraser University
Events traced to Simon Fraser University, step by step, newest first- Market dynamics may shape Simon Fraser University's urban planning researchThe university's urban planning research could be shaped by Metro Vancouver's housing market dynamics.Possible
- Simon Fraser University may face financial strain from federal funding cutsReduced federal support for post-secondary education could strain Simon Fraser University's finances.Possible
Around Simon Fraser University this week
News at the entities that move Simon Fraser University most-
British Columbia StructuralA $15 billion LNG project involving Bechtel is underway, with shifting responsibility to local governments in Missouri and British Columbia.Moves Simon Fraser University
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David Eby StructuralConstruction is underway on a tunnel project in British Columbia, which has received federal funding despite opposition from David Eby.Moves Simon Fraser University
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Yan StructuralInventory peaks and price decoupling are evident in the Metro Vancouver housing market.Moves Simon Fraser University
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University of British Columbia OperationalPaul Kershaw, a professor at the University of British Columbia, is noted in the context of Toronto being a major Canadian market.Moves Simon Fraser University
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Berkeley OperationalExperts warn that grid inadequacy threatens clean energy targets as India transitions away from fossil fuels.Moves Simon Fraser University
Connections
The 35 strongest of 749, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Andy Yan Structural
Andy Yan serves as the Director of the City Program at Simon Fraser University.
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Yan Structural
Yan holds the functional role of Director of city program at Simon Fraser University.
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French Transactional
The individual A successfully completed studies at Simon Fraser University (B) and earned a Bachelor of Arts in French.
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Hira Structural
Hira holds a professorship at Simon Fraser University.
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British Columbia Structural
Simon Fraser University operates within British Columbia, and its research actively informs provincial policy and regional needs.
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David Eby Structural
David Eby pledged to establish a new medical school at Simon Fraser University to support B.C. healthcare goals.
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Herbert Grubel Structural
Herbert Grubel holds the title of Professor Emeritus of Economics at Simon Fraser University.
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Habib Chaudhury Structural
Habib Chaudhury holds a professorship and research roles at Simon Fraser University.
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Glyn Williams-Jones Structural
Glyn Williams-Jones holds a volcanologist position at Simon Fraser University.
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Jessie Sunner Structural
Jessie Sunner is involved in medical education training connected to Simon Fraser University.
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University of British Columbia Operational
The universities are actively collaborating on research investigating river erosion in the Canadian High Arctic.
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Arran Stephens Transactional
Arran Stephens made a donation to Simon Fraser University, enabling the establishment of a new School of Medicine.
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Gary Mauser Structural
Gary Mauser holds the formal position of emeritus professor at Simon Fraser University.
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Downtown Eastside Operational
The university provides services and support that interact with and help protect the residents of the vulnerable community.
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Berkeley Operational
Simon Fraser University and Berkeley collaborate on research concerning groundwater use and streamflow in California.
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Williston Lake Mentioned together
SFU provides expert geological analysis regarding the erosion processes affecting Williston Lake.
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London Drugs Shared context
The entities shared a location where a VPD academy was established.
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Whistler Shared context
Simon Fraser University conducts research tracking glacier decline in the vicinity of Whistler.
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Jennifer Whiteside Operational
Jennifer Whiteside collaborates with Simon Fraser University on healthcare policy.
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Kwantlen Polytechnic University Mentioned together
Both Simon Fraser University and Kwantlen Polytechnic University are noted to be facing funding crises.
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Arctic Operational
The university and the company are engaged in collaborative projects.
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Leah Transactional
Leah earned a doctorate in education from Simon Fraser University.
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University of Liverpool Mentioned together
Both universities are cited for advising on post-pandemic education models.
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Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives Operational
A researcher is involved in work related to both the university and the policy alternatives group.
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Whistler Blackcomb Mentioned together
The entities are co-mentioned in academic studies concerning the impact of climate change on the ski resort operations.
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Vancouver Shared context
Simon Fraser University operates in Vancouver, conducting research on local issues such as youth drowning risks.
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Woodward Shared context
Simon Fraser University is physically located within a complex associated with Woodward.
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Statistics Canada Shared context
Both entities are situated within the context of rising tuition costs in Canada.
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Newfoundland and Labrador Shared context
Simon Fraser University conducted research examining youth services programs within the province of Newfoundland and Labrador.
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First Nations University of Canada Operational
First Nations University of Canada supports gatherings held at Simon Fraser University's campus.
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Surrey Shared context
Simon Fraser University maintains a campus located within the city of Surrey.
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Hamas Shared context
Hamas symbols were observed on the campus windows of Simon Fraser University.
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Vancouver Shared context
Simon Fraser University conducts research and studies focused on local issues within the geographic context of Vancouver.
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Northern Ontario Shared context
The university's activities or research are observed in the context of the region.
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Global News Mentioned together
No evidence was provided linking Simon Fraser University and Global News.
History
Events by the month they beganNovember 2026
2 eventsOctober 2026
4 events- David Eby pledged a new medical school at SFU while campaigning in Surrey, and Lorne Doerkson campaigned in Coquitlam for seniors.
- First Nations University of Canada supports a gathering taking place at Simon Fraser University's campus.
- Researcher from Simon Fraser University studies the costs associated with Canadian wildfires.
- University research examined the province's youth services program in Newfoundland and Labrador.
September 2026
8 events- Research indicates that global climate trends are affecting Canadian geography.
- Pierre Trudeau, Professor Emeritus at SFU, discussed his views on multiculturalism and warned against global openness.
- Yee earned a bachelor of arts in French from Simon Fraser University.
- A new VPD academy opened in the Woodward/London Drugs complex, which is also hosting SFU and features a riot mural.
- Williston Lake is being managed as a large human-made reservoir, while Simon Fraser University provides expert geological analysis regarding lake erosion.
- Sean Tucker is studying workplace injury and death rates at Simon Fraser University in British Columbia.
- Simon Fraser University and University of British Columbia are investigating river erosion in the Canadian High Arctic.
- Hamas symbols were found on campus windows and seen during encampments at Simon Fraser University and University of Ottawa.
Show 3 earlier months
August 2026
6 events- Research is underway at Simon Fraser University in Berkeley regarding groundwater use and agricultural water demands in California.
- The Premier, in their capacity as Minister, is driving post-secondary education policy to leverage medical education in addressing regional healthcare shortages in British Columbia.
- A company originated from Simon Fraser University in British Columbia on August 1, 2026.
- Simon Fraser University is helping protect residents of the Downtown Eastside neighborhood in Vancouver.
- A researcher is a PhD student at Simon Fraser University.
- Hira has been appointed as a professor at Simon Fraser University.
July 2026
6 events- Both Simon Fraser University and the University of Liverpool are advising on post-pandemic education models.
- An author is currently studying issues impacting the region of Northern Ontario, involving Simon Fraser University.
- Glyn Williams-Jones, a volcanologist from Simon Fraser University, is associated with the traditional sulphur mines at Kawah Ijen in Indonesia.
- A super El Nino pattern is underway, prompting warnings about hotter late summers, impacting vulnerable populations in Vancouver.
- A company based in Vancouver, with ties to Simon Fraser University, has announced a corporate name change to Integrated Quantum Technologies and issued a shareholder update.
- An unnamed individual whose academic journey began in Kelowna and involved a master's project on urban planning, relocated to Vancouver in 2010.
June 2026
4 events- Researchers from Simon Fraser University are studying the decline of the Whistler Glacier, noting its past support for summer ski programs.
- Simon Fraser University observed local revitalization efforts on June 17, 2026.
- A study on local drowning risks was conducted, analyzing data from Canadian drowning cases.
- Leah earned a doctorate in education from Simon Fraser University and is now running as a candidate for the local school board.