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UBC and AAPS reach tentative agreement

We are pleased to share the University and AAPS reached a tentative agreement on February 20, 2026 to renew the Agreement on Conditions and Terms of Employment. This agreement covers the period July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2029.Details about the tentative agreement and ratification process will be shared in the coming weeks.

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UBC is recognized as one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers in 2026

UBC is recognized as one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers in 2026. This year marks the 17th year we’ve received this designation, which recognizes employers across Canada with exceptional workplace diversity and inclusiveness programs.

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Call for nominations for the 2026 President’s Awards for Staff

To recognize and celebrate those who demonstrate outstanding achievement and excellence within the UBC community, we invite all students, faculty and staff to nominate staff for the 2026 President’s Service Award for Excellence and the President’s Staff Awards.

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Employee Appreciation Day is on March 6

 

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SensusAccess document conversion tool now available

Try the new free, self‑service online tool that converts documents into a wide range of accessible formats.

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Celebrate Pink Shirt Day on February 25

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The importance of clear leadership and expectations

Clear leadership and well-defined expectations are foundational to supporting psychological safety at UBC, helping employees feel confident, valued, and empowered to contribute fully at work.

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UBC is proud to be recognized as one of BC’s Top Employers in 2026

UBC is proud to be recognized as one of BC’s Top Employers in 2025 for the 18th year! This special designation recognizes employers in British Columbia that lead as exceptional places to work and offer employees the most progressive and forward-thinking programs and resources.

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Relocation claims deadline is March 13

If your faculty or department needs to submit relocation claims for the fiscal year 2025/26, you have until March 13, 2026.

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AAPS Bargaining Update

AAPS and the University have met four times in constructive and collaborative discussions, with additional dates scheduled throughout February.

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