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The University of B.C. will remain open during the global climate strike next Friday, though some professors may elect to cancel classes, the president of UBC said Tuesday.

Santa J. Ono said he expects members of the UBC community to participate in the Sept. 27 strike for government action to deal with the climate crisis, a worldwide event that has been gaining momentum in Metro Vancouver.

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“This strike is a student-led initiative and we acknowledge that many of our students and community members care deeply about this issue,” Ono said in a letter posted on the UBC website. “It is inspiring to see so many students take part in shaping their future and use the power of the collective voice to raise awareness of climate change and the need for immediate action.”

Ono said while the university recognizes the importance of climate justice and the critical need to tackle climate change, it’s also important the university remains open. He advises students who plan to participate to discuss it with their instructors and make arrangements to make up exams or assignments.