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Monday, June 22, 2026

2026 Services Levy invoices and access information      

The 2026 Services Levy invoices will be mailed out at the end of June with payment due by Friday, August 7, 2026. If you haven’t…
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Saturday, June 6, 2026

Supplier Connections Day strengthens UBC’s commitment to inclusive procurement

On May 6, 2026, UBC Procurement Programs hosted its second annual Supplier Connections Day, bringing together UBC buyers and decision-makers with Indigenous, sustainable, and equity-deserving…
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Tuesday, May 26, 2026

Planning ahead and partnering with Facilities for a smooth research equipment installation

Acquiring new research equipment is an exciting milestone, whether you’re expanding lab capabilities or launching a new project. Before purchasing, relocating, or accepting new equipment,…
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Friday, May 22, 2026

New report available: Fighting against forced labour and child labour in supply chains

UBC's inaugural report under the Fighting Against Forced Labour and Child Labour in Supply Chains Act for 2025/2026 now available.
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Friday, April 17, 2026

Moody’s affirms UBC’s Aa1 credit rating while S&P lowers its rating to A due to strong provincial credit link

Moody’s Investors Service and S&P Global Ratings released rating actions on UBC in early April 2026.
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Thursday, April 16, 2026

Keep credit card data safe! Align to the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) 

Any UBC faculty or staff member accepting credit card payments or operating Point of Sale (POS) systems and devices for the business activity of the…
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Tuesday, March 31, 2026

Balanced operating budget for 2026/27 approved by UBC Board of Governors

UBC is projecting a balanced financial position as part of its 2026/27 budget, approved by the university's Board of Governors this week.
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Friday, March 27, 2026

Interim reporting structure in the VPFO

As you are aware, Helen Yung’s last day with UBC is approaching (March 31, 2026). We are deeply grateful for her many contributions to the…
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Monday, March 23, 2026

UBC planning a balanced operating budget for 2026/27

In advance of the Board of Governors meeting on March 31, we wanted to let you know that we will be presenting a balanced budget…
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Friday, March 20, 2026

Finance Portal news: Resources now available for the 2025/26 year end timelines and procedures call-in session

On March 4, 2026, a call-in session was held with the UBC finance community. This session provided an overview of the year end timelines and…
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