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Wednesday, April 8, 2020

Thank you for your ongoing commitment and perseverance

I am grateful to all Facilities staff for your on-going commitment and perseverance in adapting to our current realities with COVID-19. Whether you are working…
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Monday, April 6, 2020

Frank Crudo returns to Building Operations as Senior Manager, Architectural

We are excited to welcome back Frank, joining Building Operations’ Trades division and leading the architectural trades. As the Senior Manager, Frank will be responsible…
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Thursday, April 2, 2020

Construction projects remain active on campus

As the COVID-19 situation continues to evolve, the province has listed construction as an essential service in B.C. Worksites are taking all necessary precautions as…
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Tuesday, March 31, 2020

A record fiscal year for the Construction Office

The number of trade hours worked and projects completed grew exponentially compared to the average hours worked in the last five years.
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Thursday, March 26, 2020

Contact the Service Centre for all buildings and grounds related inquiries

The Service Centre is open and the most effective and efficient platform for us to track, respond, and prioritize all buildings and grounds related inquiries,…
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Wednesday, March 25, 2020

Enhanced Security Measures on the Vancouver Campus

Heightened security procedures and processes are in place to enhance the well-being and protect the safety of students, faculty, and staff on the Vancouver campus.…
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Monday, March 23, 2020

We will get through this together

Over the past short period, we have faced changes and challenges that none of us would have believed possible. The extraordinary steps and measures that…
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Wednesday, March 18, 2020

The VPFO is working with the rest of UBC in its response to COVID-19

In this uncertain time the VPFO continues to provide some of UBC’s crucial services while protecting those that operate them.
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Friday, March 13, 2020

Have your say! Help define Inclusive Washrooms at UBC

During the month of March and April, we are asking students, faculty, staff, and visitors to share their experiences, challenges, needs, and ideas to help…
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Monday, March 2, 2020

Indian Residential School History & Dialogue Centre wins 2019 North American Copper in Architecture Award

The only winner in Western Canada, UBC's Indian Residential School History and Dialogue Centre (IRSHDC) features a standing seam copper roof that embodies the Coast…
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