Cross-department collaboration drives successful decarbonization
Facilities recently completed upgrades to aging infrastructure at the Brimacombe Building and West Mall Swing Space that will significantly reduce the campus’ carbon footprint.
West Parkade and Lower Mall access changes starting March 17
Utility work for the Lower Mall Precinct continues. Starting March 17 access to the West Parkade will now be from the south via Agronomy Road.
Evolution of student health and wellbeing services culminates in Gateway Health building
UBC has centralized student health and counselling in the new Gateway Health building, shifting to team‑based care designed to reduce wait times and support holistic wellbeing.
Welcome to Edward Ganal as Team Manager, Day Shift – Custodial Services
We are excited to announce Edward Ganal is the new Team Manager, Day Shift – Custodial Services. Edward steps into this position with over 17 years of UBC Custodial Services experience.
East entrances to IKB Learning Centre closed March 12
On Thursday, March 12, the east access to the Irving K. Barber Learning Centre (IKB) will be closed to accommodate a crane lift hoisting two air handling units and a chiller to the roof.
Welcoming Derek Hui as the new Electrical Utilities Manager
Welcome to Derek Hui, P.Eng., FSR-A, our new Electrical Utilities Manager in Energy & Water Services. Derek will oversee the electrical portion of the critical Energy & Water Services infrastructure.
Daylight savings: How changing the clock affects our safety
Daylight Savings Time takes place this year on Sunday, March 8, where we advance our clocks forward by one hour. This means that we will all wake up one hour earlier, which can impact our mental and physical health.
State-of-the-art Gateway Health building opens as integrated hub for student health, teaching and research
Located at the entrance to campus, UBC’s newest building houses nursing, kinesiology, student health programs, and a team-based care teaching clinic opening later this year.
Vote for UBC in the Spotless Spaces competition
UBC Facilities has submitted the Gordon B Shrum Building to the ISSA International Cleaning Week – Spotless Spaces Competition and is proud to be a finalist.
It’s cold out! Stay safe while working and walking
If you’re spending extended time outside in colder temperatures, you may be at risk for cold stress and are more likely to face slippery ground conditions. Learn more about how to stay safe.