2026-2027 BC History Digitization Program Call for Submissions
The British Columbia History Digitization Program (BCHDP) is now accepting applications for project funding. The program, initiated by the Irving K. Barber Learning Centre in 2006, provides matching funds to support digitization projects that make unique British Columbia content freely available. Since its inception in 2006, the BCHDP has awarded more than $3 million of […]
BC History Digitization Program Early Notice Announcement
The British Columbia History Digitization Program (BCHDP) is seeking early notice from prospective 2026/2027 grant applicants. Early notice will be accepted until August 4, 2025.
Irving K. Barber Learning Centre undergoing building maintenance from April 28 to May 16
The Irving K. Barber Learning Centre will be undergoing scheduled maintenance starting April 28.
BC History Digitization Program – 2025 Projects
The Irving K. Barber Learning Centre announces the successful applicants for the BC History Digitization Program 2025.
A Conversation with Corrina Sparrow, EDI Scholar-in-Residence
Corrina Sparrow is a current PhD candidate with the Institute of Gender, Race, Sexuality & Social Justice (GRSJ) at UBC, whose research investigates contemporary Coast Salish Two Spirit/Indigiqueer (2SIQ) identities, resiliency, and the use of traditional nation-specific, land-based values and knowledge in strengthening 2SIQ queer safety and wellness. Corrina’s ancestors come from xʷməθkʷəy̓əm Nation, the Qualicum Nation of the Pentlatch People, and the Netherlands. Read Corrina’s full bio.
Making Space for Neurodivergent Patrons at UBC Library Accessibility Initiatives Happening This Summer
Celia Hagey, EDI Student Librarian at the Irving K. Barber Learning Centre. Each month, will be publishing a blog post about an EDI issue that is relevant to our community at UBC. She shares her first post about this summer project.
All About Oscar
All About Oscar is an exhibit about 1940/50s businessman, Oscar Blanck. The photos are on display in Ike’s Café in the Ike Barber Learning Centre Spring 2024.
BC History Digitization Program – 2024 Projects
The Irving K. Barber Learning Centre announces the successful applicants for the BC History Digitization Program 2024.
BC History Digitization Program: 2024/2025 Call for submissions
The British Columbia History Digitization Program (BCHDP) is now accepting applications for project funding. The program, launched by the Irving K. Barber Learning Centre, provides matching funds to support projects that make unique British Columbia content freely available. Applications are due by Friday, December 8, 2023 @ 5:00 pm PST.