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Friday, April 17, 2026

Phase 2: Scarfe Complex Electrical Renovation 

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.  Read more about what to expect.
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Friday, April 17, 2026

Check out the renewed Jack Bell Building  

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). 
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Thursday, April 16, 2026

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. 
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Thursday, April 16, 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.
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Monday, April 13, 2026

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.
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Monday, April 13, 2026

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,…
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Thursday, April 9, 2026

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. 
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Friday, March 20, 2026

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.
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Monday, March 16, 2026

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.
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Monday, March 16, 2026

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…
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