Metro Vancouver’s Stage 2 watering restrictions effective May 1 

Stage 2 of Metro Vancouver’s Watering Regulations are in effect May 1, 2026. Both residential and non-residential lawn watering are prohibited. Learn more about the stages of watering regulations.  To find out when you are allowed to water your other plants and other watering restrictions, visit the Metro Vancouver website.  Non-Residential and Governments/Schools/Parks:  Watering lawns […]

Facilities wins ASHRAE BC Technology Award

Facilities recently won the ASHRAE British Columbia Technology Award (2025-26) in the Educational Facilities, Existing category. Led by Energy & Water Services, the Building Management (BMS) team completed a project at the Asian Centre, demonstrating how engineering innovation can enhance existing building performance while supporting climate resilience. This retrofit project upgraded the legacy variable air […]

UBC recognized as one of the most beautiful college campuses

We’re excited to share that our campus has been recognized as one of the most beautiful college campuses, with features in House Beautiful and Daily Hive. This recognition is a testament to the incredible work happening every day behind the scenes. A big kudos goes out to the Municipal Services team for showing what’s possible […]

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.

Samuel Boadi joins as Custodial Team Manager – Weekend Evenings

We are excited to welcome Samuel Boadi as our new Custodial Team Manager – Weekend Evenings. Samuel brings over 12 years of progressive leadership experience, supported by a strong foundation in civil engineering and project management. Samuel first joined UBC in 2023 and Custodial Services in 2024, and has been providing weekend supervisory coverage since […]

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.

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 […]

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.