About the Event
The 3rd annual Community Ideation Jam returns for November 2026 with our first ever employer-community partner, Fastenal! This collaborative and inclusive environment aims to generate innovative ideas and actionable plans with a diverse group of participants.
More details will be revealed on the day of the event to build anticipation and excitement!

Student Participant Registration and Event Details
Open to all UFV students currently enrolled in any program this Fall.
Fall Reading Break: November 12 & 13, 2026
Location: B101 (Building B), Abbotsford Campus
- Registration opens October 13th and closes November 1st.
- Students can register individually or in a team of up to a maximum of four.
- Students registering must ensure they are fully committed to participate from November 12th through to November 13th.
- Accepted student participants will be notified via their student email on the last week of October.
Please register through the RSVP, no drop-ins on the day of the event.
Day 1 – Employer-Community Partner and Guest Speakers
To support you in developing your ideas, we’ve lined up guest speakers and our employer-community partner, Fastenal. These sessions are designed to give you fresh perspectives, spark creativity, and offer practical tools you can apply as you shape your ideation project.
Employer-Community Partner, Fastenal
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Guest Speakers:
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Jennifer Martel |
UFV Manager, Sustainability |
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Katie Tuck |
UFV Chief Information Officer, Information and Technology Services |
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Dr. Michael Batu |
UFV Associate Professor, Department of Economics |
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