The Canada and BC flags will be lowered on Tuesday, January 31.
The attack at a mosque in Quebec City on Sunday was a tragic and shocking event. The University of British Columbia deplores the violence and offers sincere condolences to the victims and their loved ones.
UBC celebrates diversity in all its forms, and is committed to providing an inclusive campus environment for everyone, regardless of religious belief, sexual orientation, gender identity or racial or ethnic background. These are fundamental Canadian – and human – values and therefore, we stand in solidarity with members of the Muslim community.
Flags will be lowered to half-mast at both campuses on Tuesday, January 31, in memory of the lives lost.
Any member of the UBC community who requires support in the face of this incident is encouraged to reach out to the following resources:
UBC Vancouver:
- Students experiencing any form of distress are encouraged to contact Counselling Services. Contact information can be found at https://students.ubc.ca/health-wellness/mental-health-support-counselling-services
- Faculty and staff seeking counselling are encouraged to contact the UBC Employee and Family Assistance Program’s Care Access Centre at 1-800-387-4765 or visit the UBC Employee and Family Assistance Program.
- If you experience racism, harassment or discrimination, contact the Equity & Inclusion Office (604 822 6353, info@equity.ubc.ca)
Please follow this link to the UBC Okanagan notice and resources.