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Tuesday, December 13, 2022

Congratulations to our successful CFE writers for 2022

Please join UBC Finance in congratulating Wesam Mostadi, Accounts Payable Team Lead in the VP Finance & Operations, and Anas Qartoumeh, Finance Manager in VP…
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Tuesday, December 13, 2022

Facilities teams work together to ensure an ideal exam experience for UBC students

Twice a year, at end of Term 1 and 2, Custodial Services and Municipal Services work together to set up Osborne Gym and Student Recreation…
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Monday, December 12, 2022

Increase in CRA Prescribed Interest Rate effective January 1, 2023

The CRA Prescribed Interest Rate will increase to 4% as of Jan 1, 2023. This is the interest rate used to calculate taxable benefits for…
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Friday, December 9, 2022

Final Settlement runs for 2022

The final settlement (payment) runs for all Accounts Payable transactions will be occurring in the third week of December. In order to be included in…
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Thursday, December 8, 2022

This holiday season visit MOA before temporary 2023 closure

The upcoming winter holidays present a final opportunity for visitors to explore the Museum of Anthropology at UBC before it closes for much of 2023.…
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Wednesday, December 7, 2022

Updated UBC Technical Guidelines

The Technical Guidelines help to ensure that buildings and renovations are designed and constructed to optimize service life and minimize the whole life-cycle cost for…
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Sunday, December 4, 2022

December 6 is The National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women

Led by the Engineering Undergraduate Society and Faculty of Applied Science, the annual 14 Not Forgotten Ceremony is an opportunity for UBC students, faculty and staff…
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Thursday, December 1, 2022

Delay in ordering UBC Visa cards

Due to office closure over the holiday season, UBC's Credit Card team will hold off on ordering new UBC Visa cards starting from Thursday, December…
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Tuesday, November 29, 2022

Sam Stephens transitions into permanent role as Director, Campus Security in Safety & Risk Services

Sam has been a driving force in finding opportunities to build a stronger foundation for our Campus Security teams. His extensive experience in leading projects…
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Monday, November 28, 2022

Strengthening Municipal Services’ Asset and Fleet Management Services within Facilities

In order to enhance their technical expertise in civil engineering, asset stewardship and fleet management, UBC Facilities’ Municipal Services is pleased to welcome two new…
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