Facilities Weekly – May 21, 2025
Reminder: June Town Halls for all Facilities staff | Planon app – Training dates | Recently updated: UBC International Travel Guidance | Navigate risk and drive success with support from ERA | NJSS: May 2025 | Thermal units current operating status | UBC Facilities Golf Tournament | Staying safe at work: Ergonomics – Recognizing the signs and symptoms of MSIs | Emergency preparedness: Keep cash on hand
Douglas Kenny Building Electrical Renovation begins in May
Construction on the Douglas Kenny Building Electrical Renovation is anticipated to begin in May 2025 and to be completed in August 2025. This renovation will remove aging electrical equipment and upgrade the system to a standard that meets current regulations and expands electrical capacity.
Pedestrian pathway south of West Parkade closed June 2 until the end of July for construction
The underground utility construction portion of the West Mall Swing Space conversion from natural gas to the District Energy System is anticipated to begin on June 2. The pedestrian path between the West Parkade and the University Services Building and the West Parkade south entrance (2nd floor) will be closed during construction. Parkade entrances at the southwest (1st floor) and southeast (4th floor) corners will remain open.