Institute of Asian Research

Founded in 1978, the Institute of Asian Research (IAR) is the premier Asia-focused research institute and think tank in Canada, serving as an active hub for research, teaching, policy support, and community engagement. From its home in the C. K. Choi Building on the University of British Columbia’s Vancouver campus, the Institute seeks to build knowledge and networks to support effective policy action on a wide range of domestic, regional, and global issues centred on Asia.

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Reframing Climate Change through Indigenous Narratives

Moderated by Rick Harp and co-convened by SPPGA/CIS Prof. Candis Callison, this panel discussion featured powerful reflections from journalists and storytellers Judi Kochon, Paul Seesequasis, Tanya Talaga, and Mark Trahant The post Reframing Climate Change through Indigenous Narratives appeared…

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Institute of Asian Research Welcomes Fellows for 2025-26

IAR welcomes scholars representing a wide range of departments and disciplines including 23 MPPGA students, 10 PhD students, 8 MA students, and 1 Law student. The post Institute of Asian Research Welcomes Fellows for 2025-26 appeared first on School of Public Policy and Global Affairs.

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MPPGA Class of 2027

Meet the Master of Public Policy and Global Affairs Class of 2027. The post MPPGA Class of 2027 appeared first on School of Public Policy and Global Affairs.

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Prof. Kristen Hopewell Renewed as Tier 2 Canada Research Chair in Global Policy

SPPGA Faculty member Kristen Hopewell one of two UBC Arts scholars renewed as Canada Research Chairs The post Prof. Kristen Hopewell Renewed as Tier 2 Canada Research Chair in Global Policy appeared first on School of Public Policy and Global Affairs.

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Building Bridges: Community Engagement across the Institute of Asian Research

Across UBC's Institute of Asian Research, the common thread that unites five research centres and associated programs is the transformative power of community engagement. The post Building Bridges: Community Engagement across the Institute of Asian Research appeared first on School of Public Policy…

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Raphael Choquette awarded CARE Scholarship, Supporting the Next Generation of Climate-Conscious Global Leaders

"UBC is a world-leading institution in sustainability, and the CARE scholarship provided me with an amazing opportunity to combine my French background with a world-class education in Canada." The post Raphael Choquette awarded CARE Scholarship, Supporting the Next Generation of Climate-Conscious…

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