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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

Changes to UBC’s Hourly Payroll Process

In order to ensure the timely processing of UBC’s hourly payroll, given the impact of COVID-19 measures, the university’s Payroll team has established a new…
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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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Thursday, March 26, 2020

MacLeod Building Renewal public consultation will take place online

Due to precautions in place for COVID-19, public consultation will take place online. Please review project materials and submit comments or questions via the feedback…
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Wednesday, March 25, 2020

Enhanced Security Measures on the Vancouver Campus

Heightened security procedures and processes are in place on the UBC Vancouver campus to enhance the well-being and protect the safety of students, faculty, and…
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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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Tuesday, March 17, 2020

Thank you VPFO, for your extra efforts regarding coronavirus COVID-19

Thank you for all of your extra efforts over the past few weeks to help UBC navigate the situation regarding the coronavirus COVID-19. This is…
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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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Thursday, March 5, 2020

Kishani Gibbons promoted as Director, Customer Services & Informatics with Building Operations

Effective March 5, 2020, Kishani will formally take on the Business Services team, forming the new division Customer Service & Informatics in Building Operations.
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Wednesday, March 4, 2020

Campus Security Get a New Set of Wheels

To help team members provide an efficient service around campus, Campus Security has invested in a brand new Gem e2 electric vehicle. The vehicle has…
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