Home » Facilities News

Facilities News

Find important announcements, news and alerts related to UBC Facilities.

Use the filter under 'Category' to find a relevant announcement for that area or search words in the search field box.

Filter Results

Monday, July 20, 2026

UBC’s Furniture Reuse Program wins Sustainability Award

UBC’s Furniture Reuse Program received the 2026 Recycling Council of BC’s Circular Economy Award in Upstream Innovation for its outstanding accomplishments in waste reduction. The…
Read More
Thursday, July 16, 2026

Helpful AI resources for the UBC community

Discover AI tools, training opportunities, privacy guidance, and support resources available to the UBC community.
Read More
Tuesday, July 14, 2026

Bollard safety: Reset and secure before leaving

A reminder for staff and contractors to reset and secure bollards after use to support a safe campus environment.
Read More
Monday, July 13, 2026

Metro Vancouver returns to Stage 2 water restrictions on July 16

Stage 2 of Metro Vancouver's Watering Regulations returns on July 16, 2026. Under these restrictions, some operational impacts will be noticed across the campus.
Read More
Friday, July 10, 2026

UBC Five-Year Capital Plan approved by Board of Governors

The UBC capital priorities page has been updated to reflect UBC’s Five-Year Capital Plan 2027–2028 to 2031–2032, approved by the Board of Governors in June…
Read More
Tuesday, June 30, 2026

UBC Facilities recognized with two Association of Energy Engineers (AEE) Regional Awards

Celebrate UBC Facilities' achievement in earning two regional AEE awards for excellence in energy and sustainability initiatives.
Read More
Tuesday, June 30, 2026

Mark Roberts steps into new role as Head of Electrical Controls

Welcome Mark Roberts as the successful candidate for the Head of Electrical Controls in Facilities.
Read More
Friday, June 26, 2026

Douglas T. Kenny Building Seismic Upgrades

Construction of the Douglas T. Kenny Building to complete seismic upgrades is anticipated to begin in July 2026 and to be completed in December 2027.…
Read More
Tuesday, June 23, 2026

Metro Vancouver water remains safe to drink as flow direction resets early July 

Metro Vancouver is restoring normal water flow following infrastructure upgrades. Some UBC residents may notice temporary cloudiness or slight discolouration in their water.
Read More
Tuesday, June 16, 2026

Sarah Mallen joins as Senior Manager, Architectural

We are pleased to announce that Sarah Mallen will step into the role of Senior Manager, Architectural in Building Operations, effective June 29, 2026.
Read More