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Thursday, May 29, 2025

Are you earthquake ready? Join a free workshop for UBC Faculty and staff on June 13

In Vancouver, we are at risk of significant emergencies, including large earthquakes. Join a free personal emergency preparedness workshop designed for UBC Faculty and staff on June…
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Wednesday, May 28, 2025

Forest Sciences Centre Elevator Modernization Project to begin on June 23

Construction on the Forest Sciences Centre Elevator Modernization Project is anticipated to begin on June 23 and estimated to be complete by the end of…
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Wednesday, May 28, 2025

Construction on accessibility upgrades at the Djavad Mowafaghian Centre for Brain Health to begin on June 2

This project involves accessibility upgrades of a select door at the atrium on Level 3 to provide an accessible path of travel to the L3…
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Wednesday, May 28, 2025

Pedestrian pathway south of West Parkade closed June 2 until the end of July for construction

The underground utility construction portion of the West Mall Swing Space conversion from natural gas to the District Energy System is anticipated to begin on…
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Monday, May 26, 2025

VPFO Update – May 26

The VPFO Update is a weekly snapshot that captures important university updates, work across VPFO departments, and relevant resources. Sent on May 26, 2025.
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Friday, May 23, 2025

Potential delays to university cheque mailing due to Canada Post job action

Canada Post’s operations are being impacted by strike action as of May 25. While Canada Post continues to operate, users may experience delays in mail…
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Friday, May 23, 2025

UBC’s report on fighting against forced labour and child labour in Supply Chains now available

This report outlines the initiatives that were undertaken during the previous fiscal year, to help identify and assess risks associated with forced labour and child…
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Wednesday, May 21, 2025

VPFO Update – May 20

The VPFO Update is a weekly snapshot that captures important university updates, work across VPFO departments, and relevant resources. Sent on May 20, 2025.
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Tuesday, May 20, 2025

Daniel Dong joins as Claims and Loss Prevention Analyst

Welcome Daniel Dong as Claims Analyst, Insurance & Enterprise Risk Management, to the Safety & Risk Services team. Daniel is thrilled to be joining UBC…
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Thursday, May 15, 2025

Buchanan Block C Elevator Modernization begins June 23

The project is estimated to be complete by the end of August 2025. There will be no access to this elevator for the duration of…
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