Upgrading accessibility at Allard Hall with new sit-stand desks
Facilities recently tackled a complex project to add sit-stand desks to five classrooms at Allard Hall. The original tables were built-in millwork with metal legs embedded in concrete, requiring the team to use their creativity and skill to create desks to match.
Planon Requestor(s): Update your Workday phone number
All service requests are managed in Planon. To help our teams quickly reach the Planon requestor when an issue is reported or a customer-funded job is requested, please ensure your Workday profile includes your current phone number.
Unsung Hero Award: Congratulations to Denise Pearce
We are proud to share that Denise Pearce, Director, Building Operations was recently awarded the 2025 Unsung Hero Award presented by PCAPPA (Pacific Coast Region of APPA Leadership in Educational Facilities).
Subhead Electrician promotions in Building Operations
Ben Scott and Ryan Jeffs have been promoted to Subhead Electricians in the electrical department of Building Operations in Facilities. Ryan will be the new subhead of Electrical Maintenance and Ben will be the new subhead of Electrical Projects.
UBC President Dr. Bacon and VPFO Frank Laezza tour the new Gateway Building
Leadership explored the stunning new mass timber hybrid project, the Gateway Health Building, which will open within a few months. Read more in Dr. Bacon’s LinkedIn post.
Utility customers! Login to the new UBC Facilities Utility Customer Portal
The new Utility Customer Portal is live! You can now set up your account online and easily manage and pay for your utilities.
Refreshed Facilities Manager lookup tool
The Facilities Manager lookup tool has been recently refreshed to help you quickly find information about your building and identify your assigned zone’s Facilities Manager, including their contact details.
Brimacombe Building External Maintenance project begins
Construction on the Brimacombe Building External Maintenance project is anticipated to take place from October to mid-November 2025. The project will clean, prepare and paint external metal structural elements.
Facilities teams fight clog monsters and leaks
Last week, Facilities teams tackled a double-header: a District Energy System piping leak at the Aquatic Ecosystems Research Laboratory and a big clog monster at Chemistry North.
Metro Vancouver water crews conducting planned work starting October 16
During the water system adjustments, there will be no interruption to drinking water service. However, some Vancouver residents may notice occasional cloudiness or slight discolouration in their water for a few days. Drinking water remains safe for use and consumption at all times.