Facilities News


Scarfe Office Block is undergoing electrical renovation starting in May 2025

Construction on the Scarfe Complex Electrical Renovation is anticipated to begin in May 2025 and to be completed in August 2025. This renovation will remove aging electrical equipment and upgrade the system for greater reliability and expanded capacity.

What’s going on with the water? Pressure testing Jan. 27–Feb. 7

Water supply will remain available during testing, although some buildings may experience mild discolouration in their water or minor water pressure variances. The water remains safe for use and consumption. 

Charles Creelman is promoted to Electrical Technical Specialist in Building Operations

Charles Creelman has been promoted to Electrical Technical Specialist (ETS) in Facilities' Building Operations and will be starting in his new role on Monday, January 27.

Green means go: Review the new Scaffolding Policy I-C-02 

If you use or erect scaffolding, please review this policy on the UBC Facilities website or the Building Operations shared drive (\BOPS\PoliciesAndProcedures\I-C). 

View the 2025 Styrofoam pickup calendar

Styrofoam is an non-biodegradable material that should be avoided. Sometimes Styrofoam is necessary in equipment shipping, so Municipal Services offers collection at select buildings where Styrofoam waste is significant. View the collection calendar.