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See the latest updates, events & opportunities from across the Faculty & UBC.

Latest announcements

UBCV Wesbrook Mall closure Dec. 10–13

Plan for extra travel time during the closure.
Submit your benefits claims before year-end deadlines

Take advantage of your annual plan maximums before they reset.
Cheque mailing disruption: Canada Post strike

UBC Finance advise that cheque delivery to employees & suppliers has been impacted.
UBC Medicine researchers among new and renewed Canada Research Chairs

Congratulations to the six UBC Medicine new & renewed Canada Research Chairs.
Preparing for winter weather at UBC

Information on preparing for winter weather for Vancouver & Okanagan campuses.
Paid leave for staff between Boxing Day and New Year’s Day

Certain UBC staff are eligible for paid leave during the university’s seasonal closure between Boxing Day & New Year’s Day.

VCHRI Research Summit 2025: Shaping the Future of Health Care through Research

Register to join the summit on June 2.
National emergency alert system test May 7 & Emergency Preparedness Week

Emergency Preparedness Week, running May 4–10, is a national awareness initiative and an opportunity to take action to ensure you’re prepared to protect yourself, your family and your community during an emergency. Find resources, tips and webinars from UBC and beyond to ensure you’re prepared for emergencies. National emergency alert system test A test of…
Innovation UBC fall programs: Venture Founder & Lab2Market

Apply to join programs to translate your research to real-world impacts.