Focus on People Framework

UBC recognized as one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers in 2022

UBC recognized as one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers in 2022

  UBC is recognized as one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers in 2022. This designation recognizes employers across Canada with exceptional workplace diversity and inclusiveness programs. Some of the reasons why UBC is selected as one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers this year include: Since 2019, UBC hosts IBPOC (Indigenous, Black and/or People of Colour) […]

Learn about the 2021 WES Overall results at the virtual Open Session on February 14 

Learn about the 2021 WES Overall results at the virtual Open Session on February 14 

Over 6,300 faculty and staff participated in the UBC Workplace Experiences Survey (WES) in November 2021, and shared their feedback on their experiences of working at UBC. Join the virtual open session on Monday, February 14, for a presentation of the 2021 WES Overall results.  Hosted by Human Resources and TalentMap, the session will include a […]

Respect, Sincerity and Responsibility: Land Acknowledgement at UBC

Respect, Sincerity and Responsibility: Land Acknowledgement at UBC

The University of British Columbia is committed to mending, creating, and sustaining good relationships with Indigenous peoples, in particular the Indigenous people on whose unceded, traditional, and ancestral lands our campuses are situated on. As UBC community members, we are all responsible for engaging thoughtfully, consistently, and humbly in this process. Part of this work […]

New workplace learning ecosystem for faculty and staff

New workplace learning ecosystem for faculty and staff

Today’s learning opportunities come in a variety of forms and styles, with something to suit every learner. At UBC, we encourage faculty and staff to further their professional and personal development by taking part in our learning opportunities. Launched in spring 2020, the Workplace Learning Ecosystem (WPL) is a new central location for faculty and […]

A community of practice for change and transition supports people through change

  From transformational systems changes to temporary remote work arrangements, our community has faced unprecedented shifts in workplace dynamics this past year. As part of the university’s investment in change management and transition resources, the UBC Change and Transition community of practice was established to support faculty and staff in navigating change effectively. Supported by […]