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Monday, February 3, 2025

Jeev Saini appointed as new Head of Mechanical Operations in Building Operations

Jeev Saini has been appointed as the new Head of Mechanical Operations in Building Operations, effective February 3. We are excited to see Jeev step…
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Monday, February 3, 2025

VPFO Update – February 3

The VPFO Update is a weekly snapshot that captures important university updates, work across VPFO departments, and relevant resources. Sent on February 3, 2025.
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Friday, January 31, 2025

UBC joins national CASPAR initiative for sustainable procurement

UBC is part of a new Canadian inter-university working group on sustainable procurement. The group is a collaborative forum with materials, training, and other knowledge-sharing…
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Friday, January 31, 2025

Scarfe Office Block is undergoing electrical renovation starting in May 2025

The electrical distribution system for the Neville Scarfe Complex is reaching the end of its lifespan and lacks the capacity to meet occupants’ future electrical…
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Tuesday, January 28, 2025

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…
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Tuesday, January 28, 2025

Michelle Yuen joins the Project Accounting team within Comptroller as a Financial Analyst

Michelle Yuen has joined the Project Accounting team within Comptroller as a Financial Analyst on January 27. She comes to us with a wealth of…
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Monday, January 27, 2025

Charles Creelman is promoted to Electrical Technical Specialist in Facilities’ 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…
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Monday, January 27, 2025

VPFO Update – January 27

The VPFO Update is a weekly snapshot that captures important university updates, work across VPFO departments, and relevant resources. Sent on January 27, 2025.
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Saturday, January 25, 2025

UBC has successfully transitioned all our bank accounts to RBC

As of January 24, 2025, UBC has successfully transitioned all our bank accounts to RBC, and all HSBC Canada accounts have been closed. The final…
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Friday, January 24, 2025

Leena Mahasen joins VPFO as Executive Director, Transformation and Strategy

Leena Mahasen will be joining as an Executive Director, Transformation and Strategy in the VP Finance & Operations on Monday, February 10. Reporting to the…
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