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Wednesday, April 10, 2024

Keeping the clean water flowing to campus – 16th Ave Water Main Replacement begins April 15

This project will replace 400 metres of aging water main infrastructure along 16th Avenue. Expect noise and traffic changes along the route.
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Wednesday, April 10, 2024

VPFO UPDATE – April 8, 2024

The VPFO Update is a weekly snapshot that captures important university updates, work across VPFO departments, and relevant resources. Sent on April 8, 2024.
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Monday, April 8, 2024

Water dispensing and filtration equipment

Drinking water on the UBC Vancouver campus comes from Metro Vancouver’s water system, and is regularly tested to maintain high-quality drinking water. But if a faculty/department would…
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Tuesday, April 2, 2024

VPFO UPDATE – April 2, 2024

The VPFO Update is a weekly snapshot that captures important university updates, work across VPFO departments, and relevant resources. Sent on April 2, 2024.
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Tuesday, April 2, 2024

Get to know the senior leadership team: Chris Freek

Fostering a culture of purpose driven leadership, get to know Chris Freek, Director, Communications & Engagement, and his leadership vision: “I am a designer, builder…
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Wednesday, March 27, 2024

50% off furniture at the Zero Waste Market

As spring rolls around, the Zero Waste Market is excited to announce that during April and May, will be 50% off, with some items free.…
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Wednesday, March 27, 2024

UBC Board of Governors approves balanced operating budget for 2024/25

UBC is reporting a healthy financial position as part of its 2024/25 budget, approved by the Board of Governors this week.
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Monday, March 25, 2024

VPFO MONDAY UPDATE – March 25, 2024

The VPFO Update is a weekly snapshot that captures important university updates, work across VPFO departments, and relevant resources. Sent on March 25, 2024.
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Monday, March 25, 2024

Do your part and Sort It Out

As we continue our commitment to sustainability, we want to take a moment to remind everyone of the importance of recycling and waste sorting and…
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Friday, March 22, 2024

Contacting your Direct Travel Advisor

Direct Travel Advisors can be used for UBC related or personal travel and are able to provide general advice on your travel planning, bookings, and…
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