These events are only open to those involved in the Faculty Organizing for Community Archives Support (FOCAS). The conference sessions on Thursday (see the schedule at-a-glance) are open to all AERI attendees and provide an opportunity to learn more about FOCAS.

In addition to the events below, there will be two rooms near the catering area reserved for FOCAS interns.

Monday July 20th

12:00 to 1:30 — FOCAS Interns Lunch

FOCAS Interns Lunch
Location: UBC Rose Garden (6301 Crescent Road)
Stop by the AERI catering area in I.K. Barber and take your food to the Rose Garden. No sign-up needed!

Tuesday July 21st

3:30 to 5:00 PM — Meeting

FOCAS Business Meeting for project PIs
Location: I.K. Barber, Room 461

5:30 to 8:00 PM — Tours

Tour: Belkin Decolonization Walking Tour
Time: 5:30 to 7:00 PM
Location: UBC Bookstore (6200 University Boulevard)
Spots: 10-32
Note: This tour involves walking 1.5 to 2km (1 to 1.25 mi)
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Tour: Hogan's Alley Society and hua foundation Walking Tour
Time: 5:00 to 7:00
Location: International Village Mall Food Court (2nd Floor) at 88 W Pender St.
Spots: 25
Note: This tour involves walking 3.4 km (2.1 mi) rain or shine! 
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Wednesday July 22nd

6pm— Pub Social

FOCAS Interns Pub Social
Location: Koerner's Pub (1758 West Mall)
Dietary Options: Vegetarian options and limited vegan options are available
Accessibility: The driveway to walk towards the pub is fairly steep. There are no steps inside and outdoor seating is available
Website: koerners.ca