Facilities News

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…

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…

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…

Location: Neville Scarfe Lecture Block (SCRF)  Construction on Phase 2 of the Scarfe Complex Electrical Renovation is anticipated to begin in May 2026 and to be completed at the end of August 2026.   Expanding upon the work from…

Following a major renewal, the 3,041-square-metre building has reopened as a modern, resilient hub for the Faculty of Arts School of Social Work (SOWK). 

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. 

UBC received Category A designation from the Department of Canadian Heritage to display and house important archival materials in the Chung | Lind Gallery.

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.

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,…

The wireless controller upgrade at the Asian Centre demonstrates how engineering innovation can enhance existing building performance while supporting climate resilience.