UBC Smart Hydrogen Energy District (SHED) wins Green Building Award
UBC Smart Hydrogen Energy District (SHED) was awarded the Sustainable Architecture and Building (SAB) Magazine Green Building Commercial/Industrial (Small) Award. The SHED serves a hydrogen fueling spot as well as an educational hub and urban design showcase. The award jury appreciated the SHED’s thoughtful integration into the public realm of the campus and its welcome […]
A new Utility Portal is coming your way!
The new UBC Utility Portal will be launching in Summer 2025. This portal will improve utility customers’ ability to manage their utility accounts and let them receive invoices online and go paperless!
Anthropology and Sociology (ANSO) Renewal set to begin in January 2026
Estimated construction dates: January 2026 – August 2028 Construction on the Anthropology and Sociology (ANSO) Renewal is anticipated to begin in January 2026. Currently, the envelope and infrastructure of the Anthropology and Sociology building are at the end of their service life, requiring seismic upgrades, improved system reliability, and enhanced occupant comfort. During the renovation, […]
Spatial empathy in action: New audio project gives voice to UBC’s custodial community
Through immersive sound storytelling, UBC Geography Associate Professor of Teaching Dr. Siobhán Wittig McPhee invites listeners to experience campus through the hidden stories of those who keep it running behind the scenes.
We’re saying goodbye to @UBCFixMySpace on X (Twitter)
Effective September 1, 2025, UBC Facilities will be decommissioning our Facilities X (formerly Twitter) account, @UBCFixMySpace. This change reflects our ongoing efforts to streamline communications and ensure consistent, reliable support for the campus community. For Building Administrators, please continue to submit your requests directly through Planon. Planon allows you to easily submit, monitor and view […]
Updates to the Centre for Occupational Health, Safety & Wellbeing
As part of recent updates within the Centre for Occupational Health, Safety & Wellbeing, the Centre entrance doors will remain locked during work hours. VPFO staff can now enter the space by swiping their UBC staff cards.
UBC Perception & Cognition Lab Renovation begins July 14
UBC Perception & Cognition Lab Renovation Douglas Kenny Building (KENN) Rooms 3201, 3202, 3203, 3205, 3207, & 3208 Construction on the UBC Perception & Cognition Lab (Ongchoco Lab) Renovation is anticipated to begin on July 14, 2025, and to be completed in October 2025. This renovation will rearrange the rooms to provide a graduate student […]
Forest Sciences Centre Room 1717 Renovation begins July 7
Construction on the Forest Sciences Centre Room 1717 Renovation into a graduate research shared space is anticipated to begin on July 7. This project involves the conversion of the existing wet laboratory into a dedicated office space for graduate students, supporting research activities.
UBC’s newest state-of-the art fitness centre opens
UBC Vancouver has tripled indoor fitness and recreation space with the opening of Recreation Centre North (RCN). The soft opening of the facility began on June 23 and will continue through June 29.
Preparing for your first visit to the Rec North Fitness Centre
The Rec North Fitness Centre is spread across four floors so we’ve put together a few tools to help you familiarize yourself with the space before you visit. Learn more about the Fitness Centre through a floor-by-floor equipment guide, tips for your first visit, and videos to introduce the indoor track and gymnasium.