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University of British Columbia, British Columbia

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British Columbia’s legislature established the University of British Columbia through a new University Act in 1908. The university opened in temporary facilities in Vancouver in 1915.

Scope & context

Institutional history, distinguishing legislation, opening and predecessor dates where applicable.

Sources behind this record

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A Brief History of UBC ↗

University of British Columbia Archives

1908 University Act and 1915 opening