UBC Campus and Community Planning

Looking for a place to host your next event? Don't know all the options available? 🔍⁣
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The Location Library catalogue provides a high-level overview of prominent spaces within the public realm at UBC to assist in the event planning process. Explore a wide selection of outdoor locations you can use to host your next event and contribute to a socially connected community at the University of British Columbia. 🗺️📘⁣
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Check out the Location Library at https://planning.ubc.ca/locationlibrary!

UBC's bike subsidies and programs can help you achieve your personal sustainable transportation goals. Curious?

💸 We've teamed up with our partners at Zygg to make e-bike ownership more affordable through subsidies for purchases and rentals for all UBC staff and faculty. If you, a friend, or a colleague, are looking to get an e-bike, don't forget to use this opportunity!

🍃 Not ready for the commitment of owning an e-bike? The one week free e-bike trial program is still available. Test out some models and see if you're ready to take the next step.

🚲 If you're not looking to own, then bike share may be for you. All UBC community members can enjoy the new Mobi stations coming throughout this summer and fall and can sign up for discounts exclusively for the UBC community.

Learn more about our cycling programs at planning.ubc.ca/transportation/cycling. 🚴

UBC recently launched the Neighborhood Climate Action Plan (NCAP), paving the way for a net-zero and climate-resilient community on UBC's Vancouver campus! 🌿🌍

The plan follows extensive public engagement, identifying community needs and priorities. Through collaboration with experts, the University Neighbourhoods Association (UNA) and UBC Properties Trust, NCAP outlines essential actions and targets to combat climate change while ensuring sustainable development and infrastructure 🌱🏗️.

NCAP sets both immediate and long-term goals to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and adapt to climate impacts. Let's build a sustainable future together. 🌎💚

To learn more, visit: planning.ubc.ca/NCAP

There are less than 2 weeks left of the 2024 International Laboratory Freezer Challenge! The deadline to have scoresheets submitted is July 1st.

UBC’s winning labs will win back the equivalent of their annual energy savings, up to $500!

Competition categories include:
1. Most actions taken per cold storage unit, and
2. Most overall energy saved.

What if you could earn money for carpooling?

Drivers earn a $4 credit on their UBC card per daily ride, and passengers earn $2 per daily ride. That's a tiramisu every three days!

Download the Liftango app and visit our page at https://planning.ubc.ca/carpooling for more information. 🚗

It's coyote pupping season. Learn how to safely coexist with coyotes on campus.

Here's some key points:
✅ Never approach or feed coyotes
✅ If a coyote approaches you, be large and loud, and back away slowly

Learn more: https://bit.ly/3XbSAxV

It's Go By Bike Week! Don't have a bike? We've got you covered.

Use code "gbbw" for a FREE Monthly Pass with Mobi Bike Share! Learn more at planning.ubc.ca/go-bike-week.

Fancy an e-bike? Faculty and staff are still eligible for the Zygg free week promotion and discount. Check it out at planning.ubc.ca/e-bike.

You'll always have a bike at UBC!

stands out as a trailblazer in reducing embodied carbon in British Columbia. The university’s commitment to reducing emissions across the province have been recognized by the BC Embodied Carbon Award for Public Sector Leadership. 🌿🏢

Congratulations to all the winners! Read more about the BC Embodied Carbon Award here: https://bit.ly/3Kf1pPF

Get your wheels ready! 🚲

Go by Bike Week is happening June 3 to June 9! Register individually, with a group, or with your department. Log all your rides and win awards!

For more information, visit planning.ubc.ca/go-bike-week

Faculty and staff at are invited to take the Canadian Campus Wellbeing Survey (CCWS) to help shape health and wellbeing at UBC. https://pair.ubc.ca/surveys/ccws-staff-faculty/

🚧 Water Main Replacement on 16th Avenue 🚧

Approximately 400m of aging water main along 16th Avenue from Wesbrook Mall to Binning Road needs replacement. The work will take place between April 22nd and June 30th and construction impacts will be localized to the eastbound curb lane on 16th Avenue and the northbound lane of Wesbrook Mall at the roundabout. During construction, access to, from and around Wesbrook Place will be maintained, however, there will be detours in place so residents and visitors should anticipate some delays when driving around. Campus and Community Planning is working closely with the project team to minimize disruption as much as possible. Learn more: https://planning.ubc.ca/roadwork

🚧 BMO Marathon Road Closure Alert 🚧

The BMO Vancouver Marathon is taking place on Sunday, May 5th. There will be road closures along the event route throughout the City of Vancouver all morning and early afternoon. Around UBC, road closures will be in effect between 8:00 AM and 12:30 PM. It is strongly recommended to plan ahead and avoid driving during this time, particularly any trips to and from Wesbrook Place from 8:30 AM to 11:00 AM.

• 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM: SW Marine westbound/northbound CLOSED between West 49th Avenue and Camosun Street
• 8:30 AM - 11:00 AM West 16th Ave CLOSED from Imperial to SW Marine Drive.
• 8:45 AM – 11:30 AM: NW/SW Marine Drive CLOSED from West 16th Avenue to Chancellor Blvd
• 9:00 AM - 12:15 PM: NW Marine Drive CLOSED from Chancellor Blvd to West 4th Ave

All roads around UBC will be reopened by 12:30 PM. Learn more: https://planning.ubc.ca/event/bmo-marathon-road-closure-alert

is recognized as one of Canada’s Greenest Employers in 2024! Learn more: https://bit.ly/4d0b3mE

Got too much clutter in your office? 📚🪑

Join in on UBC’s Office Spring Clean and consider passing on extra items and things you don’t need:

• List your items onto Reuse-it! (UBC’s answer to Marketplace—our very own peer exchange platform) https://reuseit.ubc.ca/
• Or email [email protected] to donate to the Zero Waste Market.

Donating and reusing helps UBC move towards a circular economy.

UBC has partnered with Zygg to allow UBC staff, faculty and students to try an e-bike for free for an entire week! 🚲

The program will run from the end of March to October 31st for staff and faculty and will be available to students in the Fall. Zygg is a subscription-based e-bike service that offers monthly e-bike rentals. To learn more and to sign up, visit planning.ubc.ca/e-bike

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Have you tried Mobi yet? 🚲 Three new Mobi stations have been added to the Vancouver campus at these locations!

📍 West Mall Swing Space
📍 Orchard Commons
📍 Wesbrook Village

Members of the UBC community can benefit from significant discounts on annual memberships to Mobi, which include a new 365-Day E-bike Inclusive Pass for just $149 exclusively available to UBC students, staff, and faculty. The purchase of this pass also includes a free 365-Day Pass for HOPR.

Learn more at: https://planning.ubc.ca/bikeshare

UBC wants to here from you on the draft Neighbourhood Climate Action Plan. We're sharing detailed actions to achieving a net-zero and climate resilient community. Complete the Survey for a chance to win one of five $50 Save-On-Foods gift cards! 🌍🌱 https://planning.ubc.ca/NCAP

UBC wants to hear from you on the draft Neighbourhood Climate Action Plan (NCAP)! 🏡

Share your feedback on the goals, targets, and actions that will define our pathway to a net-zero, climate resilient community. We want to know: did we get it right? Are we missing anything? And what support do you need to make changes in your daily life to take climate action?

Learn more at planning.ubc.ca/NCAP

UBC wants to hear from you on the draft Neighbourhood Climate Action Plan (NCAP)! 🏡 
  
Share your feedback on the goals, targets, and actions that will define our pathway to a net-zero, climate resilient community. We want to know: did we get it right? Are we missing anything? And what support do you need to make changes in your daily life to take climate action?  
   
Learn more at planning.ubc.ca/NCAP

📣 UBC Triathlon Duathlon is happening on Saturday, March 9! 📣

Please note that there will be road closures on campus on March 9th, and event set up and take down will take place from March 8 - 9. More details here: https://planning.ubc.ca/event/ubc-rec-triathlon-duathlon-1

Are you ready to reduce your food waste and save up to $100 a month in groceries? 🥦🛒

Over 1 million tonnes of fruits and vegetables are wasted each year in Canadian homes - the equivalent of $6.2 billion. Join our friends for a four week challenge (Feb 27 - Mar 26) to empower you with the knowledge and skills to prevent food waste at home.

Five lucky challenge participants will win $500 towards groceries!

Head to lovefoodhatewaste.ca to learn more and register!

Bee the Change You Want to See: Pollinator Biodiversity Loss and Taking Climate Action 🐝🌎

Around 75% of food crops depend on pollinators to some extent and their decline threatens our food system. Learn more about our local pollinators, such as bees and butterflies, engage in buzzing activities, and explore the interconnections between sustainable food, climate change, and biodiversity loss to take action.

This event is open to students, staff and the UBC community. Light snacks will be provided, and win prizes! Come join this event to be a part of UBC's annual Climate Emergency Week.

🗓️ Tuesday, February 13th
🕓 11:30 am - 1:30 pm
📍AMS Nest, Room 2311

Register here: https://bit.ly/3OAwjVh (link in bio)

Communicating Climate Workshop 🌍

How do you talk about the climate? How does language empower climate action? Join an interactive workshop exploring how to broaden the distribution of climate messaging beyond existing advocates and take an audience-first approach to get people on board.

This event is held in partnership with ClimaTalk, a NGO with members in 30+ countries that seeks to demystify climate policy. This event is held as a part of UBC's annual Climate Emergency Week. Snacks will be provided!

🗓️ Monday February 12
🕓 1-2:30PM
📍CIRS Policy Labs

Register here: https://bit.ly/49rDWFw (link in bio)

with us! 🎉 Drop by our Mobi booth on February 1 to celebrate UBC’s launch - a month packed with exciting events, initiatives, and programs designed to help you discover ways to move that feel empowering, comfortable, and motivating! You won’t want to miss out on the free swag 😉 
 
📅 February 1, 12 - 2 pm
📍 Maclnnes Field

Join collective action for justice, people, and the planet 🌍
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Take part in events, workshops and activities, and show your support for climate action at UBC during Climate Emergency Week from Feb 12-16.⁣
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https://climateemergency.ubc.ca/climate-emergency-week/ (link in bio)

Art, Culture, Music and More! 💛
 
Celebrate Family Day at Kids Take Over UBC on February 18! Play your way across UBC campus through a range of interactive programming— from live music and dance performances to storytelling, cultural crafts and STEM workshops, to tours through UBC’s world-class cultural amenities and so much more! 
 
Everyone is welcome at this amazing arts and culture festival hosted by and , in partnership with 20+ campus partners.  
 
Advance registration is now open for UBC students, staff, faculty, residents and alumni. General public registration opens January 23. Check out the full program and get your tickets at: kidstakeover.ubc.ca

Wondering what’s growing under the snow? ❄️
 
Back in October we planted in this space on Main Mall to provide our hardworking pollinators like bees, butterflies, and other insects with a space to eat, rest, and nest. These plants are best suited for our campus climate and soils and require minimal landscape maintenance to thrive. Buds have already started sprouting and we will see more in the Spring! 🌱✨
 
Our campus landscapes play a critical role in supporting a healthy and resilient environment. By integrating more indigenous plants into our landscapes, we’re enhancing ecology and biodiversity on campus.

Reducing waste and saving energy, one lab at a time 🌱🧪 
 
Labs across campus are making moves to be more sustainable by working with the award-winning UBC Green Labs Program to reduce the environmental impact of lab-based activities. Learn more about the UBC Green Labs Program and how you can get involved: https://planning.ubc.ca/news/reducing-waste-and-saving-energy-one-lab-time (link in bio)

Whether you’re walking, rolling, or cycling around the Vancouver campus, UBC’s recently launched online mapping tool will help you identify the best and most accessible route to get from point A to point B! 🗺📍
 
The new wayfinding resource provides different navigation options, including finding a route based on accessibility requirements, and can identify barriers such as steep slopes, stairs, and doors that aren’t powered. If you’re cycling, the route can identify details such as ramps and the closest bike rack. 🤗
 
Learn more: https://planning.ubc.ca/news/helping-you-find-your-way-around-campus (link in bio)

Cycling to Campus Just Got Easier!🚲 Mobi’s bike share program (with e-bikes!) is expanding to the Vancouver campus. Three electrified bike share stations have been installed on campus at the War Memorial Gym, Ike Barber Library, and by the Pharmacy. More stations will be introduced over the coming months, with a total of 10-13 eight stations anticipated by Summer 2024.
 
The campus community will also benefit from significant discounts on annual memberships to Mobi, which include a new 365-Day E-bike Inclusive Pass for just $149 exclusively available for UBC staff, students and faculty. The purchase of this pass will also include a free 365-Day Pass for HOPR ✨
 
Visit the link in bio to learn more or check out: planning.ubc.ca/bikeshare