What we’re about
Welcome to Vancouver UFO & Preparing for Contact
Explore the fascinating world of UFOs and extraterrestrial encounters with us. This is a space for curious minds and passionate researchers to come together, exchange insights, and share personal experiences related to ET contact and the unexplained. We dive into evidence, discuss theories about why extraterrestrials are engaging with humanity, and examine how these phenomena may be influencing society and consciousness.
Our group is also a welcoming community for those who may feel isolated in their interest—here, you’ll find like-minded people and the opportunity to form lasting friendships. Instead of being speaker focused, most meetings are facilitated group discussions with our collective knowledge and wisdom.
Whether you’ve spent years investigating these topics or you’re just beginning your journey, you’re invited to be part of meaningful conversations that challenge the limits of conventional thinking. We regularly host meetups, talks, and guest speakers, and we’re cultivating a strong in-person community in Vancouver. "Preparing for Contact" in our name, comes from ICER at https://icer.pt/ .
Not located nearby? That’s okay—there are still ways to get involved!
Online Community and Participation
We’re building an online community open to everyone with an interest in UFOs, extraterrestrials, and the deeper questions of contact and consciousness. You don’t need to be a ufologist to get involved. If you're interested in hosting a meeting or sharing your perspective, simply reach out to our organizer, Brian.
Brian Ruhe founded the Vancouver UFO Meetup on June 3, 2009 and he has developed a unique school of thought within ufology, but this Meetup welcomes all viewpoints. We encourage respectful dialogue, and all voices are welcome to participate and be heard. You can explore Brian’s evolving research and ideas here:
👉 Brian Ruhe's ET Hypothesis and Sources . Harvard-Smithsonian Astrophysicist Dr. Rudy Schild Endorses this, writing that Brian presents a factual basis more comprehensive than any he has ever seen. Brian updated this thesis on July 24th, 2025 and he asks that members read it here: An ET Hypothesis and Sources
Our Meetup is part of a larger project idea, University Galacticus, at https://universitygalacticus.org/ .
Video Channel
Check out our growing library of past meetings and guest interviews on our BitChute channel:
🎥 https://www.bitchute.com/channel/es76TdgdDJIs/
Zoom Etiquette
We hold frequent online meetings—usually on weekends or whenever our guests and hosts are available.
To make things easy, we use a passcode-enabled Zoom room, which allows you to bypass the waiting room entirely.
📌 Zoom Guidelines:
• Please mute your microphone when not speaking—this helps improve the quality for those editing and watching the videos later.
• If you prefer not to appear on camera, simply turn your video off.
Members are requested to leave comments after the event, on that event page.
Brian will give out free copies of his book to the people who show up at any meeting unless he forgets to do this. His book is: https://www.amazon.ca/SHORT-WALK-ANCIENT-PATH-Exploration-ebook/dp/B007RFLZ7I/ref=sr_1_1?sr=8-1
Note on Donations
These events are free and no donation is expected but if people are inspired to help cover Brian's costs, you can give a donation to him. This Meetup costs $496/ yr and the Zoom account costs $230/ yr. Some meeting rooms are free, some have a fee.
Brian Ruhe and Co-Organizer Dr. Nancy Liu, believe that humanity is not yet ready for full UFO/UAP disclosure. Some information, if released prematurely, could cause societal chaos, fear, and dangerous misuse of advanced technology.
Buddha taught that the three highest blessings in life are
- Don’t keep company with fools
- Keep company with the wise
- Honour those worthy of honour
In the spirit of the Buddha’s teaching to “honour those worthy of honour,” we recognise those who, through skill, discipline, and unwavering resolve, have safeguarded humanity from premature disclosure of extraterrestrial realities. Whether through national security service, scientific stewardship, or classified research, these individuals bore a burden few could comprehend.
Further Reading
To dive deeper into Brian’s views, visit the links below for selected writings hosted on Google Docs.
An ET Hypothesis and Sources
Honour Roll of UFO Secrecy Keepers – University Galacticus
Things Volunteers Can Do
The Big Picture of the World
Goals and Plan of Action
Hierarchical Structure of Power from Alien to Humans
Dealing with People's Reactions to our Views
Standard of Truth
Academy of the Federation of Planets
Mary Rodwell and Brian's Correspondence 2018 - 2022
Mastermind Alliance for Meetup
University Galacticus venture
Brian Ruhe's E.T. Hypothesis and Sources
The Hybridization School of Thought
Upcoming events
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•OnlineZOOM: Analysing the Pros and Cons of Dr. Steven Greer's Work
OnlineVancouver UFO & Preparing for Contact — Sat. Jan. 3rd, 2026
Join our Organizer Brian Ruhe for a candid discussion on the comparisons — and contrasts — between his views and Dr. Steven Greer, one of the most well-known figures in UFO/ET research and contact activism.
Brian made these two videos about Dr. Greer:
Steven Greer: Gatekeeper or Guide? The Abduction Paradox
Steven Greer's Golden Handshake, by the Late Michael Hall, J. D.
See these articles:
https://politicalsaucer.substack.com/p/the-steven-greer-problem-how-one
https://mysterylores.com/news/steven-greer-bombshell-allegations-credibility/
Late last year, unconfirmed rumors surfaced from people who were in Dr. Greer’s orbit — though not necessarily loyal to him — that he may have questioned Brian. Allegedly, the sentiment was:
> “Brian thinks he’s king shit… but what has he accomplished? He’s got his essay, An ET Hypothesis and Sources and I'll give him his Global UFO/ UAP Policy on Public Relations but is he an experiencer? Has he done research? I’ve been at this for 40 years and I’m not stopping anytime soon. Brian Ruhe has the arrogence you would expect from a young man, at age 27. At that age, they think they know everthing, but look at Brian- he's already 66!"
Whether true or not, this sets the stage for an honest, no-holds-barred conversation. Brian will address:
How did Steven Greer get started?
Is he a Mossad asset?
Is he a part of the government and military that he constantly criticizes?
Who feeds him such vital information?
Why has the spotlight been on him for decades?
Who decided to make him so famous?
How does he "know" that all aliens are peaceful?
Why does he deny alien abduction in the face of mountains of evidence?
Is he trying to reduce people's fear of aliens? Is he morally justifed in doing so?
Is he a government agent for gradual Disclosure?
Who pays for his high quality docuemtaries?
What the UFO community gains — or loses — from personality-driven leadership.
This is an open forum — come ready with your questions and perspectives.
The afternoon begins with the latest UFO news, followed by a deep-dive talk, audience Q&A, and group sharing.
🗓 Schedule:
• 30 min — talk
• 1 hr — Q&A, and group sharing, experiencers can share later, if they feel like it.
Zoom
Meeting ID: 831 5183 6593
Passcode: 626649
Brian Ruhe and Co-Organizer Dr. Nancy Liu, believe that humanity is not yet ready for full UFO/UAP disclosure. Some information, if released prematurely, could cause societal chaos, fear, and dangerous misuse of advanced technology.5 attendees
Past events
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