The University of British Columbia is proud to offer the distinguished Wall Fellowships and Wall Research Awards, valued at a total of approximately $4M annually. These awards are made possible and supported by the groundbreaking $100M+ Peter Wall Legacy Fund. 

The Wall Legacy Awards advance research excellence at UBC and will initially focus on scholarly activity and research in British Columbia relating to sustainability in the areas of urban development, water, energy, transportation infrastructure, environmental protection of oceans and waterfronts, and resource-intensive industry.

The recipients of these awards will help move BC and the world forward in sustainable approaches to pressing global issues.

The Program

The Wall Legacy Awards program is comprised of two types of awards:

The distinguished Wall Fellowships and Wall Research Awards have the potential to generate transformational impact, propelling recipients across all disciplines to the forefront of their fields as their research and scholarly programs generate meaningful solutions to major sustainability challenges.

Wall Collaboration Centre

To help facilitate the collaborative work of these outstanding researchers, UBC is creating the Wall Collaboration Centre as a space to debate, collaborate and advance knowledge. Located in the University Centre, the Wall Collaboration Centre will serve as a venue for members of the UBC community, Wall Fellows, and Wall Research Awardees to congregate, exchange ideas, and collaborate on solutions.

Latest News

UBC Tribute to Peter Wall

UBC gratefully honours the life of our friend Peter Wall, one of Vancouver’s leading land developers and philanthropists. The word “visionary” is often used to describe successful leaders. In the case of Peter, “prescient” might be an even more accurate descriptor. His willingness to invest in the future and to see the potential in people and what they can achieve is part of his legacy to the city, the province and UBC.

March 6, 2025

Wall Legacy Awards 2025

UBC is pleased to launch the 2025 competition for the Wall Fellowships and Wall Research Awards focusing on research and scholarly activity in identified areas relating to sustainability in British Columbia.  Almost $4M is available annually for faculty and graduate student projects across all disciplines. These awards are enabled by the generosity of Dr. Peter Wall.

January 23, 2025