About Us
Learn more about the University Neighbourhoods Association.
Learn more about the University Neighbourhoods Association.
The purpose of the UNA is set out in its Constitution and Bylaws. It manages infrastructure, such as street and sidewalk repairs, and regulates matters of concern in the public realm, such as parking and noise. The areas of responsibility are set out in greater detail in the Neighbours Agreement with UBC. The Agreement is amended as needed, most recently in 2020.
The UNA Board of Directors manage, or supervise the management of, the activities and internal affairs of the organization, and sets its strategic priorities.
All directors are elected by residents who are members of the Society. UBC appoints two non-voting observer-participants, and the Alma Mater Society appoints one non-voting observer-participant to take part in open and closed Board meetings. All residents are eligible to become members of the Society which entitles them to vote at the AGM and at Board of Director elections.
As an additional service, the UNA ensures that residents have access to UBC athletic facilities and manages two community centres: the Wesbrook Community Centre and the Old Barn Community Centre.
The UNA continues to grow and evolve with the communities it represents and advocates for the best interests of residents on matters relating to land use and development on the UBC campus.
The UNA operates community centres, sports fields, and parks in the residential neighbourhoods of UBC. Learn more about where we are.
The UNA is governed by a board of directors with five resident elected directors, two UBC appointed directors, and one AMS appointed director.
The UNA relies on its dedicated staff members to deliver recreational and community services. Learn more about our organizational structure.
May 20, 2022
Live Well, Stay Strong is the latest grant-funded seniors’ project for the UNA... Read More
May 19, 2022
The deadline to have comments included as part of the package of materials that will be considered by the Electoral... Read More
May 6, 2022
The Run For Women will take place on Saturday, May 7, 2022 from 8:30 a.m. – 12 p.m and will impact some traffic in... Read More
April 29, 2022
The UNA Board of Directors met on Tuesday, April 19, 2022, at 5:30 p.m. at the Wesbrook Community Centre.... Read More
April 22, 2022
An event to celebrate Holi, the festival of colours is being organized by the UTSAV-UBC Indian Students Association for... Read More
April 20, 2022
Join the UNA for a week of fun and interaction as it celebrates B.C. Youth Week. All activities aim to build a strong... Read More
April 14, 2022
The University Endowment Lands will be completing an emergency repair on an incoming watermain on 16th... Read More
April 11, 2022
The University Neighbourhoods Association (UNA) is conducting a survey with residents to gather feedback on services... Read More
April 8, 2022
The provincial proof of vaccination requirement has been lifted, and will no longer be mandatory for entrance to the... Read More
April 8, 2022
The University Neighbourhoods Association is now offering a variety of new dance and performing arts... Read More
March 31, 2022
UBC Properties Trust submitted a revised Wesbrook basketball court application that incorporates strategies to reduce... Read More
March 24, 2022
The UNA Board of Directors met on Tuesday, March 15, 2022, at 5:30 p.m. through video... Read More
March 23, 2022
The UNA Board of Directors appointed Fei Liu as Director to fill in the spot that former Director Maria Gallo left... Read More
March 18, 2022
The UNA regretfully announces the resignation of UNA Board Director Maria Gallo effective February 23,... Read More
March 15, 2022
Following Provincial Health Officer orders from March 10, 2022 on face coverings, gatherings and events and workplace... Read More
February 18, 2022
March 3, 2022 | 7-8:30 p.m. | Registration is required All residents living in the UNA are invited to attend a virtual... Read More
February 16, 2022
On February 16, 2022, the UNA received word from Electoral Area A Director Jen McCutcheon that Minister of Municipal... Read More
February 15, 2022
On February 15, 2022, the Provincial Health Officer announced that indoor and outdoor gathering restrictions will be... Read More
February 4, 2022
Family Day is a wonderful opportunity to reconnect with those closest to you. Try something new and explore what your... Read More
February 4, 2022
The UNA and UBC Campus & Community Planning are partnering to provide energy and emissions reporting for buildings in... Read More
February 2, 2022
It is with great sadness that the UNA informs the community of the passing of our friend and valued community member... Read More
January 28, 2022
The UNA community is invited to join in on Lunar New Year activities throughout... Read More
January 26, 2022
The University Neighbourhoods Association is providing its members with its draft operating and capital budgets for... Read More
January 20, 2022
The first phase of engagement where community members can provide their input and feedback starts January 20 to... Read More
January 19, 2022
Adult fitness and dance programs will resume as in-person classes beginning January 20, 2022. Time slot bookings are... Read More
January 12, 2022
To align with the January 7, 2022 announcement by the Provincial Health Officer for workplaces to re-activate their... Read More
January 12, 2022
The University Neighbourhoods Association (UNA) requires the wearing of masks in all UNA indoor... Read More
December 22, 2021
Updated: December 22, 2021 - Important information about UNA operations in response to the recent PHO order.... Read More
December 22, 2021
The UNA Board meeting schedule for 2022 was confirmed by the Board on December 21,... Read More
December 22, 2021
On December 21, 2021, the UNA Board appointed and confirmed Board and staff members to positions for UNA... Read More
December 10, 2021
UNA parking enforcement is reduced during the holiday season, some parking regulations will be... Read More
December 10, 2021
UNA facilities will have modified operating hours over the winter... Read More
December 6, 2021
The UNA works with UBC to have snow removal crews on stand-by to ensure that residents can have access to key areas in... Read More
December 3, 2021
Thunderbird Blvd will have multiple road closures during a multi-phase project running from November 29, 2021 to the... Read More
December 1, 2021
Members of the University Neighbourhoods Association (UNA) have elected seven members to its Board of Directors during... Read More
November 26, 2021
Annual fall street cleaning will take place from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on December 2,... Read More
November 25, 2021
The Wesbrook Community Centre gymnasium will be closed beginning November 25, 2021 due to ceiling... Read More
November 25, 2021
Important reminders for UNA Elections 2021.... Read More
November 17, 2021
Programs and events for the Winter 2022 Season are now viewable... Read More
November 17, 2021
Due to concerns raised by neighbouring residents, the UNA Board has requested that UBC Properties Trust withdraw the... Read More
November 10, 2021
The Provincial Health Officer is tightening the enforcement of medical exemptions for activities that require... Read More
November 1, 2021
Updated on November 1, 2021 to reflect new requirements for masks. As per BC provincial health orders, masks must be... Read More
October 28, 2021
With innovation and collaboration from UBC, UBC Properties Trust, and Modo, the UNA is proud to provide amenities to... Read More
October 12, 2021
Halloween is almost here! Let's have some fun and stay safe while doing... Read More
October 8, 2021
Members of the University Neighbourhoods Association (UNA) will elect seven members to its Board of Directors at... Read More
October 7, 2021
Electric Vehicles are an integral part of addressing the climate emergency, as we shift away from combustion engine... Read More
September 29, 2021
On behalf of the UNA Board of Directors, I’d like to express our heartfelt condolences to their family and loved... Read More
September 24, 2021
Call for Nominations for the 2021 UNA Board of Directors... Read More
September 24, 2021
Please be informed that members of the University Neighbourhoods Association (UNA) will elect seven members to its... Read More
September 22, 2021
On September 1, 2021, members of the UNA Board of Directors attended a meeting with the Ministry of Finance to discuss... Read More
September 22, 2021
The UNA Board of Directors is establishing a Land Use Advisory Committee to serve as an advisory committee to the Board... Read More
September 20, 2021
The UNA is gathering information on dog ownership from the community to inform the preliminary work that is being done... Read More
September 13, 2021
By order of the Provincial Health Officer (PHO), beginning September 13, 2021, proof of vaccination will be required to... Read More
September 8, 2021
The two meetings will be held consecutively through Zoom on Sept. 29., 7... Read More
August 20, 2021
A UNA Society Membership entitles eligible persons to participate at UNA general meetings and to vote and run in UNA... Read More
August 19, 2021
The UNA and UBC held a town hall meeting on August 18, 2021 where leaders from the UBC Vancouver Office of the Provost... Read More
August 6, 2021
Programs Fall programs and events are now viewable on our website and registration will open at 12 p.m. on August 16.... Read More
August 4, 2021
It is no secret that women are less active than men. Studies showed that fewer women than men are getting the... Read More
August 2, 2021
This initiative aims to reduce psychological, social, cultural and financial barriers to participation. Build physical... Read More
July 15, 2021
Your UNA Account primary contact number is connected to UBC Alert, the university’s mass notification system that... Read More
June 29, 2021
On the morning of June 29, an approximately 150 square metre fire broke out on a steep and difficult terrain within... Read More
June 24, 2021
As part of the Neighbours Agreement 2020, Central Building and Focal Building have been designated to become part of... Read More
June 21, 2021
The UNA is planning increased services to coincide with Step 3 of the Provincial restart plan with a return to full... Read More
June 17, 2021
The UNA has been reviewing its COVID-19 restrictions in order to align them with BC’s Restart Plan. Since moving into... Read More
June 4, 2021
Canadian Multiculturalism Day is celebrated every year on June 27. The national holiday was created in 2002 to... Read More
May 20, 2021
Seeking feedback: This project will explore opportunities to enhance seniors’ physical health, mental health and... Read More
May 11, 2021
The UNA is pleased to announce the official opening of two new UNA community garden sites in Wesbrook... Read More
April 30, 2021
To address resident concerns and to improve service delivery, the UNA has been working on new landscaping pilot... Read More
April 23, 2021
During the April 20 Board Meeting, the UNA Board voted to extend the 2018-2021 Strategic Plan for another year given... Read More
April 9, 2021
UBC staff have completed a review of potential relocation sites for the basketball court and have proposed a... Read More
March 26, 2021
The UNA is pleased to announce the members to the Community Engagement Advisory Committee (CEAC). The members are:... Read More
March 19, 2021
The University Neighbourhoods Association (UNA) is pleased to announce that its new set of Bylaws... Read More
March 5, 2021
A UNA initiative that aims to make mental health resources more accessible to the... Read More
March 3, 2021
UBC Campus and Community Planning has informed the UNA that it is proposing to build a new hydrogen fuelling station on... Read More
February 26, 2021
The UNA is committed to providing inclusive and accessible recreational, educational and fitness programs for every... Read More
September 17, 2020
We continue to plan, research, and look for better alternative programs and approaches. Our guiding principles remain... Read More
June 22, 2020
As we continue to work towards providing our community with programs and classes while adhering to official guidelines,... Read More
June 5, 2020
A statement from the Chair of the University Neighbourhoods... Read More
May 19, 2020
The Board of Directors of the University Neighbourhoods Association (UNA) is pleased to announce the appointment of... Read More
May 15, 2020
The UNA Website and UNA Account system have been updated to include some key changes designed to improve usability and... Read More
May 12, 2020
At the UNA, we stand by three Foundational Principles that guide the work that we do in all of our community centres... Read More
December 10, 2018
The University Neighbourhoods Association’s Strategic Plan is for 2019 – 2021. This is the UNA’s first Strategic... Read More
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