12th Annual National Indigenous Physical Activity & Wellness Conference

This is the nation’s largest conference on Physical Activity & Wellness for First Nations, Métis and Inuit people, created for all of those with an interest in sports, recreation, fitness, and traditional activity. Join us at the UBC Point Grey Campus that is located on the traditional, ancestral, and unceded territory of the xwməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam) People.

We are excited to bring together over 20 diverse leader voices at NIPAW 2025, where they will share perspectives on the vital role of Indigenous knowledge and community based practices that enhance wellness. Through traditional activities, sports, recreation, and fitness, this event will celebrate the power of Indigenous teachings in building physical, mental, emotional and spiritual health and well-being. Together, we aim to highlight the importance of physical activity practices in building wholistic health and wellness in communities.

Join us in honouring the history, culture, and traditions of Indigenous knowledge to inspire positive change in health and wellness today.

This gathering is more than a conference—it’s a space to connect, learn, and celebrate together. Let’s come together to create a brighter future by embracing and promoting wholistic approaches to wellness. Be part of the movement at www.iactive.ca.

📍 In-Person Conference Location: UBC Vancouver Campus
Located on the traditional, ancestral, and unceded lands of the Hən̓q̓əmin̓əm̓-speaking Musqueam people.

Conference Venues

Life Sciences Centre (LSC Building)
2350 Health Sciences Mall, Vancouver, BC V6T 1Z3

Robert F. Osborne Centre – Unit 1 (OSB1 Building)
6108 Thunderbird Boulevard, Vancouver, BC V6T 1Z3

🗺️ Campus Navigation
To help locate the LSC and OSB1 buildings, visit Wayfinding at UBC.

🚗 Parking Information
The nearest parking options to the conference venues are:

• Thunderbird Parkade
  6085 Thunderbird Blvd, Vancouver, BC V6T 2B9
• Health Sciences Parkade
  2250 Health Sciences Mall, Vancouver, BC V6T 1Z3
• Osborne Lot
  6108 Thunderbird Blvd, Vancouver, BC V6T 2A1
• C2 Lot
  6190 Agronomy Rd, Vancouver, BC V6T 1Z3

💡 **Please note: All parking on the UBC campus requires payment.**
For full parking maps, rates, and policies, visit the official UBC Parking website.