Celebrating our achievements: 2025 reflections from John Metras
As we close out 2025, I want to take a moment to reflect on what has been an extraordinary year—one filled with growth, challenges, and remarkable achievements.
Construction has begun on the Roof and Interior Renovation – Leon and Thea Koerner University Centre
This construction project will renovate the north roof terrace at level 3 and the interior spaces at level 3 of the UBC Leon and Thea Koerner University Centre.
Measuring our impact: Facilities Key Performance Indicators
The Facilities Key Performance Indicators (KPI) brings together 15 indicators to provide a comprehensive overview of how Facilities is performing today and where opportunities for improvement remain. Check out the report.
Turn electronics off! Help save energy as part of UBC’s Seasonal Shutdown
This holiday season help save energy by unplugging electronics and turning out the lights. This supports energy savings as part of UBC’s Seasonal Shutdown, which lowers the temperature in buildings during the winter break.
Working and walking in the cold – Avoid slips, trips, and falls
With colder temperatures and increased winter conditions, take precautions not to slip, trip, and fall. Outdoor workers should also be alert of the risk for cold stress.
Re-register for access to the Centre for Occupational Health, Safety & Wellbeing in 2026
We are refreshing access for the Centre for Occupational Health, Safety & Wellbeing to ensure our records accurately reflect only current registered VPFO staff usage in the Centre and programs, including fitness and yoga group classes. As part of this update, all existing access will be removed on January 12, 2026, and only staff who […]
Group fitness classes cancelled December 1–5 at The Centre
Please note that all group fitness classes scheduled the week of December 1–5 have been cancelled. Classes will resume the following week — thank you for your understanding!
Forest Sciences Centre Elevator Modernization complete
Construction on the Forest Sciences Centre Elevator Modernization project is now complete. Elevators #1, #2, and #3 are approved to resume use.
Routine Capital Program: Managing deferred maintenance and infrastructure renewal
UBC Facilities’ Capital Planning & Development oversees UBC’s Routine Capital Program. The program focuses on projects that address deferred maintenance needs in existing Core Academic Facilities and related supporting infrastructure.
UBC Accessible Building Guidelines: Building an inclusive campus
UBC is in the process of creating the UBC Accessible Building Guidelines (ABGs). The guidelines are intended to position UBC as a leading institution and be a go-to source for comprehensive, best-practice accessibility features.