University of the Fraser ValleyStudent Guide

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Abbotsford, British Columbia
16K+ students
@ufv.ca
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Student guide · Fall semester 2026

The semester, explained for University of the Fraser Valley

Dates from the active academic calendar, plus the campus language and local details students actually need. Every entry comes from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

Relevant term
Fall semester 2026
Campus terms
12
Local details
12

Academic calendar

Fall semester 2026 runs Sep 7, 2026 – Dec 21, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

10 entries
  1. Fall semester 2026Relevant now
  2. Winter semester 2027
  3. Summer semester 2027 - Early session
  4. Summer semester 2027 - Full session
  5. Summer semester 2027 - Late session
  6. Fall semester 2027
  7. Winter semester 2028
  8. Summer semester 2028 - Early session
  9. Summer semester 2028 - Full session
  10. Summer semester 2028 - Late session

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Campus language

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12 terms

B

Baker
Baker House, the primary on-campus student residence at the Abbotsford campus.

C

CASA
Canadian Alliance of Student Associations, a national advocacy group UFV belongs to.
Cascades Cafe
The primary cafeteria located in Building C on the Abbotsford campus.
CIVL
The campus and community radio station, broadcasting at 101.7 FM.

F

Fair Grounds
The student-run coffee shop located in the Student Union Building (SUB).

S

Spirit Bear
The Spirit Bear Café, a dining location situated in Building A.
SUS
Student Union Society, the representative body for all UFV students.

T

The Barn
A common nickname for the small, older gymnasium facility on campus.
The Cascade
The official student-run newspaper of the University of the Fraser Valley.
The Cascades
The collective name for UFV's varsity athletic teams.
The Green
The central grassy courtyard area at the Abbotsford campus used for events and socializing.
The SUB
The Student Union Building, which houses the main food court and student services.

Places and practicalities

Buildings, logistics, and other local references drawn from the approved campus snapshot.

12 details
Building K
The building housing the kinesiology labs and athletic facilities.
Building S
The official designation for the Student Union Building (SUB) on the Abbotsford campus.
Campus Card
The official UFV student ID used for library services, printing, and building access.
Campus Shuttle
A free bus service for students and staff traveling between the Abbotsford and Chilliwack campuses.
cascades_caf_dining_hall
Cascades Café (Dining Hall)
CEP
Canada Education Park, the name for the Chilliwack campus location.
myUFV
The centralized online portal for student registration, grades, and official communications.
spirit_bear_caf_abbotsford
Spirit Bear Café (Abbotsford)
spirit_bear_caf_chilliwack
Spirit Bear Café (Chilliwack)
tim_hortons
Tim Hortons
TTC
Trades and Technology Centre, a major facility located at the Chilliwack campus.
U-Pass
A mandatory transit pass for students providing unlimited access to BC Transit in the Fraser Valley.

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What academic term is relevant now?
Fall semester 2026 runs Sep 7, 2026 – Dec 21, 2026.
How much campus context is included?
12 approved campus terms and 12 local details are included in full.
Are all approved campus terms included?
Yes. The complete approved glossary is available in the scrollable, searchable campus-language section.
Where does this guide come from?
Calendar dates, campus terms, and local details come from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

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Recent University of the Fraser Valley Syllabus Analyses

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Anthropology, the Study of Culture

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Introductory Biology I

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Introduction to Business

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Principles of Chemistry I

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Syllabi Analyzed

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Life in Abbotsford for University of the Fraser Valley Students

Everything you need to know about living and studying in Abbotsford.

Timezone

America/Vancouver

Median Rent

$1,600

Cost of Living Index

105

Student Population

9,000

City Transportation

Walkability

40

Bikeability

55

Public Transit

BC Transit – Abbotsford bus network, Fraser Valley Express regional bus

Nearest Airports

Abbotsford International Airport

Climate Averages

Climate

Oceanic

Avg Annual Temp

50°F

Avg Snowfall

16 in

Campus Operations Snapshot

Parking and Transit

McKenzie Road (Lot 2290)

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Blue zone; standard student/visitor lot.

College Drive (Lot 2291)

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Orange zone; closer to campus buildings.

Gillis Avenue (Lot 2292)

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Green zone.

Campus News

Latest updates from University of the Fraser Valley

UFV Professor Receives Governor General's Award for Work Combating Violence Against Women

Dr. Amanda McCormick was honored at Rideau Hall for her research on police responses to intimate partner violence and her contributions to gender equality.

Oct 21, 2026

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Fraser Valley Writers Festival Features B.C. Journalists and Former Attorney General

The 19th annual festival in November will host keynote speakers Jody Wilson-Raybould and Justin McElroy at the Abbotsford campus.

Oct 21, 2026

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UFV Partnership Opens New Paths to Inclusion Through Adaptive Cycling

A new project providing free access to specialized bikes aims to help people with diverse physical abilities enjoy the natural beauty near the Chilliwack campus.

Oct 19, 2026

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Upcoming Events

What's happening at University of the Fraser Valley

UFV Cascades Women's Volleyball vs. University of Saskatchewan

October 23, 2026

Abbotsford Campus – North Gym (Room E105)

The Cascades women's volleyball team faces off against the University of Saskatchewan.

UFV Men's Soccer vs. Trinity Western University

October 23, 2026

Rotary Stadium, Abbotsford

The UFV Men's soccer team plays Trinity Western University at Rotary Stadium.

Cascades Giving Day

October 27, 2026

Online / Campus-wide

A day dedicated to supporting UFV Cascades athletics and student programs through community donations.

Let's Get Cooking - Black Bean Burger Edition

October 27, 2026

Abbotsford Campus

A student-focused cooking session focused on making black bean burgers.

Dorms & On-Campus Housing at University of the Fraser Valley

Various dorm and housing options are available for students.

2 known dorm and housing options. Every known option is shown below.

Lá:léms Ye EverGreen

Capacity: 400

Room types: Single dorm room, Studio, Four-bedroom unit

Lá:lem te Baker

Capacity: 200

Room types: Private bedroom in shared suite

Campus Details

Academic System

Semester

Control

Unknown

Email Domain

@ufv.ca

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