UBC Human Ecology & Everyday Life

11/06/2025

“We need to bring back Home Ec!”

The truth is — it never left. 💚
Home Economists are more active and needed than ever, working around the world to educate and empower people in the art and science of everyday living.

🌎 Discover how Home Economists are making a difference right here in Ontario and beyond!

👉 Visit our website to see what Home Economists are up to - to learn more, get involved, and subscribe to our newsletter for the latest news, events, and opportunities.

https://www.ohea.on.ca/whats-coming-up-in-home-ec.html

09/22/2025

Learn more about Human Ecology 👇🏿

09/22/2025

💶✨ Financial literacy is at the heart of Home Economics – empowering students to make informed choices, manage resources wisely, and prepare for independent living.

The CCPC’s “Our Money, Our Future” Sponsorship is back for 2026, supporting innovative, student-led financial literacy initiatives in post-primary schools and Youthreach centres. 🏫🌍

🔗 Applications are now open – with up to €1,000 available to bring your ideas to life!
📅 Deadline extended: 26 September 2025

Let’s show how Home Economics continues to shape financially capable and resilient young people. 💡

👉 Find out more: ccpc.ie/OurMoney

09/22/2025

Application Deadline is Soon👇🏼

Dedicated to improving the quality of life for Canadians through financial assistance for research, tools, and projects related to the home economics profession.

09/18/2025

Anyone interested in learning more about our graduate programs can watch our recorded information session, featuring Prof. Kerry Renwick and PhD candidate Chrissy Smith, from the 2023.

👉 Watch the info session here: https://youtu.be/b-y7sG710QQ

As a graduate student at UBC’s Faculty of Education—ranked #1 in Canada (McLean’s 2024)—you’ll gain skills and qualifications that elevate your professional and academic journey.

🎓 Masters of Education in Human Ecology & Everyday Life (HEEL)
Fully online, asynchronous, organized in cohort-based modules
2.5-year timeline building a strong learning community
Perfect for educators and organizational leaders seeking to deepen their knowledge and practice
Also ideal for educators and professionals wanting to extend and amplify their expertise
🎓 Masters of Arts in Education & Masters of Education
On-campus program with an interdisciplinary and holistic study of Human Ecology and Home Economics
Designed for those interested in advancing education and research
Aimed at educators and leaders looking to expand their experience through a comprehensive, campus-based curriculum

Find out more, click on the video below

Learn more about this online, part-time, UBC graduate program at www.pdce.educ.ubc.ca/med_home-ec

09/18/2025

The HEEL network is a vibrant community of educators, students, alumni, and professionals passionate about home economics and holistic education. We come together to share ideas, support each other’s growth, and advance new research initiatives. Together we build a holistic understanding of teaching and learning in areas like ADST, Food Studies, Textiles, Family Studies, Financial Literacy, and more.