2024 Soft plastic and styrofoam pick-up schedule is available
Did you know that plastic bags (a type of soft plastic) and styrofoam are not currently recyclable at UBC’s sort-it stations? There are several collection points across campus for pickup. If you are generating a significant amount of soft plastic or styrofoam waste, you can participate in our pick-up program.
Andy Gomes is promoted to Operations Centre Manager
Andy Gomes has been promoted to Operations Centre Manager. Andy will officially assume his new role on March 1, 2024. Andy’s extensive background and experience within the Mechanical Operations department makes him a valuable asset to the team, and we are confident Andy will excel in his expanded responsibilities.
Construction to begin on the Faculty of Applied Science Digital Design Studio
Construction: January 2024 until summer 2025. Construction to begin in January 2024 on the new Faculty of Applied Science Digital Design Studio within the courtyard of the Chemical and Biological Engineering building. This new, student-centred facility will provide critical space for the convergence of design approaches specific to APSC disciplines and support the transformation of […]
Facilities emergency contacts for the holiday season 2023
As we prepare for the holiday season, just a reminder about who to contact in the case of an emergency. Facilities Managers will remain on-call for emergencies in their respective zones. Please see attached file for more information regarding the emergency contacts for the 2023 holiday season.
2023 Facilities Staff Excellence Award winners
The UBC Facilities Staff Excellence Award Program provides recognition and rewards to staff who have demonstrated excellence consistently in the performance of their work and service to the university. Congratulations to our 2023 Staff Excellence Award recipients!
Gilberto Andrade is promoted to Building Asset Specialist within Facilities’ Building Operations
Gilberto Andrade is promoted to Building Asset Specialist and will be joining Building Operations within Facilities starting January 29, 2024. His expertise and data-driven decision-making will enhance asset management procedures, creating efficient and sustainable spaces for research, teaching, and learning at UBC Vancouver.
Construction begins on the Laboratory of Archeology – Iona Building
Construction has begun on the new Community Research Centre in the Iona Building Parkade Level Rooms B161 & B162. This project aims to create a new space for housing archaeological collections.
2023 UBC Technical Guidelines are now available
The UBC Technical Guidelines serve as the code of quality and performance for the design, construction and renovation of University-owned institutional buildings. Learn more about the 2023 revisions.
UBC launches Zero Waste Market to promote sustainability
UBC’s Furniture Reuse program featured in the Ubyssey. The initiative, lead by the UBC facilities department, aims to reduce waste on campus by promoting the reuse of furniture, electronics and other items.
Help prevent rodents from occupying your work spaces
Rodents are year-round pests. Their activity and indoor migration increase as the weather gets colder, and they move indoors for shelter and food. Learn more about how to prevent rodents from moving in and how to report signs of rodents or other pests on campus.