Construction begins for UBC Sauder Expansion
This month, the UBC Sauder Power House Expansion Project will begin construction for a new 11-storey building that will sit on the former Power House site and next to the current Sauder School of Business facility. The demolition of the Power House began last year and was completed in March of 2024.
Celebrate Circular Economy Month
Join the Furniture Reuse Program team at the Zero Waste Market this October and November for reduced prices to celebrate Circular Economy Month! The Zero Waste Market sells gently used furniture best suited for home use and small budgets, as well as some office supplies.
Regular testing and maintenance lead to quick action in an emergency
Fire alarms are the first line of defence against the effects of fire, providing early warning to occupants and enabling swift action to mitigate property damage. Thank you to all our teams and crews for the swift response and all those involved in the ongoing testing and maintenance of the fire alarm systems.
Brock Commons South opens to welcome its first cohort of students
With construction now complete for Brock Commons South, UBC expands its Vancouver campus with the new residence. We extend our gratitude to all our teams who contributed in making this project a reality. The new facility serves not only as a residential space for students but also functions as a hub where they can come together, connect, and thrive on campus
Fiona Jones joins as Accessible Buildings Planner, Capital Planning & Development
We are excited to announce that Fiona Jones will be joining the Capital Planning + Development team within UBC Facilities as the Accessible Buildings Planner on September 9, for a two-year term. Fiona brings extensive expertise in architecture and inclusive design, and she will be instrumental in developing accessibility guidelines for both new and existing buildings. Her work will ensure our projects align with the Rick Hansen Foundation certification and the upcoming Accessible B.C. Act.
Transformative partnership brings 1,500 new student beds to UBC Vancouver
More students will have access to affordable on-campus housing at the University of British Columbia thanks to a new student residence complex coming to the Vancouver campus.
Patrick Troen joins the EMMS Sustainment team in Facilities as a System Analyst II
Patrick Troen joins the EMMS Sustainment team in Facilities’ Customer Services & Informatics (CSI) as a System Analyst II. As a System Analyst, Patrick will be working closely with the Facilities team on all items related to Planon, which includes responding to ServiceNow tickets, reviewing/addressing backlog items, ensuring various technical activities are successfully completed in Planon, and more.
Construction begins on the CEDaR Lab mechanical & acoustical improvement
Construction is anticipated to begin on August 19 for the CEDaR (Community Engaged Documentation and Research) Lab Mechanical & Acoustical Improvement in the Buchannan Tower, Room 104A. The project will implement mechanical and acoustic improvements in the lab for noise attenuation and thermal enhancement.
Renovations to begin on the Marra Lab in the Networks of Centres of Excellence
Construction on the Marra Lab is anticipated to begin in mid-August 2024, and is anticipated to be completed by the end of December 2024. This renovation will upgrade the old furnishings, electrical and mechanical systems, and flooring to facilitate the research being conducted in the space.
Construction to begin on the Sustainable Timber-Built Environment Laboratory
Construction on the Sustainable Timber-Built Environment Laboratory will begin on August 6, 2024 and is anticipated to be completed by the end of December 2024. The southeast corner of the Centre for Advanced Wood Processing (CAWP) courtyard will be renovated to enclose a space for the laboratory that will be connected to existing CAWP infrastructure and services.