Welcome

We are OSOT at UBC – the Department of Occupational Science & Occupational Therapy – building a vibrant community of learners, scholars, and practitioners.

We are proud to grow each new generation of occupational therapists. Whether you are starting your journey or looking for professional development or further research opportunities, explore our programs.

A place of learning

We respectfully acknowledge that our faculty, staff and students are located across the traditional, ancestral, and unceded territory of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Squamish, Tsleil-Waututh First Nation; Syilx Okanagan Nation; Coast Salish Peoples, including the Musqueam, Kwantlen, Semiahmoo, Tsawwassen, Katzie, Kwikwetlem, Qayqayt, and numerous Stó:lō First Nations; and Lheidli T’enneh (Dakelh (Carrier) First Nation) people.

Our latest news & events

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  Recruiting: Program Coordinator for PIE-OT (0.5 FTE)February 2, 2026
  Join the PIE-OT team to support program operations. Apply by February 8, 2026.
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  In Memoriam: Dr. Tali Alborz ConineJanuary 27, 2026
  Read about the legacy of Dr. Tali Alborz Conine, the Professor Emeritus and former Director of UBC’s School of Rehabilitation Medicine.
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  Recruiting: Program Manager for PIE-OT (0.2 FTE, remote)January 20, 2026
  Play a key role in the coordination, delivery, and ongoing development of the program that supports internationally-educated occupational therapists (IEOTs) for OT practice in Canada.
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  Event: PIE-OT Online Information Session (Jan 28, 5-6pm PST)January 14, 2026
  Join this session to find out more about our program to support internationally-educated OTs who are moving to Canada.
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  Scholar of the Month: Donna DrynanJanuary 8, 2026
  This month, meet Donna, who leaves a long legacy of important work in OT education, and supporting teaching and learning in clinical practice.

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