Upcoming UBC Farm Substation Replacement
Construction on the UBC Farm Substation Replacement is anticipated to start at the end of April 2026 and run to the end of October 2026.
Preserving history at the Chung | Lind Gallery
UBC received Category A designation from the Department of Canadian Heritage to display and house important archival materials in the Chung | Lind Gallery.
ISSA International Spotless Spaces Finalist
Congrats to UBC Facilities’ Custodial Services for winning third place in the international category of the ISSA Spotless Spaces awards for their work at the Gordon B. Shrum Building.
Coexisting with wildlife on campus
UBC’s Vancouver campus is home to a rich diversity of wildlife. Support safe coexistence by following these steps: do not feed wildlife, give them space, leash your pets, and secure your waste.
Innovation at work: Asian Centre wireless controller upgrade
The wireless controller upgrade at the Asian Centre demonstrates how engineering innovation can enhance existing building performance while supporting climate resilience.
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.