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.
New Monday yoga classes starting October 20 at the Centre
Starting October 20, we will be adding an additional yoga class to the Centre’s group class schedule! Sessions will be held on Mondays at 4:00 pm, offering a great way to relieve body tension and improve strength, flexibility and balance at the start of the week.
University Services Building (USB) Lighting Renewal: Exterior work occurring October 6–8
Exterior lighting work is scheduled to begin this Monday, October 6. The west sidewalk on West Mall will be closed to pedestrian traffic. On October 8, work will begin on the north side of USB.
Help keep the Centre for Occupational Health, Safety & Wellbeing organized and welcoming
Please return fitness equipment to their proper location after use. Our multi-purpose rooms are also used for in-person training sessions, so keeping the space clear and tidy ensures it’s safe and ready for everyone to use.
UBC opens $45M Beaty Biodiversity Centre expansion
The new expansion will boost research and collaboration to tackle biodiversity loss with new spaces and technologies. Thank you to everyone involved in this project and who will be maintaining this building moving forward.
Congratulations to Nazreen Cameron, recipient of the 2025 President’s Service Award for Excellence
The President’s Service Awards for Excellence are presented to up to five outstanding staff members who have made outstanding contributions to UBC, and who excel in their personal achievements. Congratulations to Nazreen Cameron, Building Service Worker from Custodial Services in Facilities.
Custodial Services leading the way
Custodial Services has received international recognition through the nomination of Sean Lynch, Director of Custodial Services, for the 2025 ISSA Emerging Leaders award and program.
Join us at the Clog Monster event!
Every time you flush paper towels, the dreaded Clog Monster grows, creating an increasingly large clog down in the building’s pipe system. Join us September 17 for the campaign kickoff event!
UBC Farm Irrigation Replacement to begin September 15
Anticipated construction dates: September 15–19 What’s happening Existing irrigation lines on the UBC Farm are aging and prone to leaking, leading to loss of potable water and degradation of arable land. To improve efficiencies on the Farm, new high-density polyethylene pipe (HDPE) lines will be installed next to the existing lines and will include new […]
The Hennings Building Roof Renewal is underway
Estimated construction dates: August 25 – October 31, 2025. This project will renew the aging Hennings Building roof systems, remove redundant mechanical systems, and complete localized, minimally invasive seismic improvements.