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Thank you for participating in VPFO Pink Shirt Day 2022

On February 23, 2022, we gathered across UBC to celebrate Pink Shirt Day across the portfolio to talk about fostering equity, diversity and inclusion and reflect on what we can do to lift each other up. The recordings and resources are now available for those who missed the event.

Monday Update

Updates from UBC February 24: President’s Update: Statement on Russia and Ukraine February 24: UBC Broadcast: 2022 President’s awards for staff: Call for nominations Updates on UBC’s response to COVID-19 are at covid19.ubc.ca. ^ Back to Top Operations updates Facilities Building Operations, Custodial Services, Customer Services & Informatics, Energy & Water Services, Infrastructure Development, and Municipal Services Construction […]

Changes to UBC’s COVID-19 Rapid Testing Program

As of March 1, 2022, UBC’s required COVID-19 Mandatory Rapid Testing Program has concluded. Proof of vaccination declarations are only required for the purposes of compliance with Provincial Health Orders.

VPFO Pink Shirt Day 2022: Lifting each other up

On Feb 23, 2022, Erin Kastner, Geospatial Information Manager from Energy & Water Services, Facilities, shared her experience and thoughts on lifting one another up as part of the VPFO’s annual Pink Shirt Day event. Click though for a transcript of his speech to the team.

T2200S Forms Are Now Available for Faculty and Staff

T2200S forms are now available for UBC faculty and staff in Workday. Full information about both options, including how to access the forms, is available on the UBC Finance website.

T4/T4A Tax Slips Are Now Available for Faculty and Staff

UBC faculty and staff can now access their payroll-related 2021 T4 and T4A tax slips for personal income tax returns through Workday. Full information, including how to access the tax slips and request support, is available on the UBC Finance website

New sanctions imposed against Russia in response to the unpredictable situation in Ukraine

Following the development in Ukraine, Canada is imposing new sanctions or expanding existing sanctions in response to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, effective immediately.

VPFO Pink Shirt Day 2022

On Feb 23rd 2022, Peter Smailes addressed the VPFO as part of our annual Pink Shirt Day event. Click though for a transcript of his speech to the team.

Monday Update

Updates from UBC February 18: President’s Update: 2022: Pink Shirt Day February 16: UBC Bulletin: Moving staff to midpoint of salary range (midpoint progression increase) Updates on UBC’s response to COVID-19 are at covid19.ubc.ca. ^ Back to Top Operations updates Facilities Building Operations, Custodial Services, Customer Services & Informatics, Energy & Water Services, Infrastructure Development, and Municipal Services […]

Polina Sefin joins as Service Centre Coordinator within Customer Services & Informatics, Facilities

When dealing with inquiries and supply chain-related issues, Polina’s approach is to always work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders and aim for the best outcome of each request received. Her robust customer service skills and experience working in complex organizations in the public sector, make her a great addition to the team.