PROJECT UPDATE: UBC Recreation Centre North Receives Occupancy Permit

SHAPE Architecture is proud to announce that the highly anticipated UBC Recreation Centre North officially received its occupancy permit in June, and is now open to students, staff, and community members.

 

This milestone marks a significant achievement for UBC Athletics & Recreation, whose vision and dedication have brought the project to life. Recreation Centre North is poised to become a vibrant hub for health, wellness, and community engagement on campus, offering state-of-the-art amenities for fitness, sports, and programming.

 

“Congratulations to UBC Athletics on this incredible accomplishment,” said Nick Sully, Managing Partner at SHAPE Architecture. “This new facility represents UBC’s ongoing commitment to student well-being and to providing inclusive, world-class spaces for recreation and connection.”

The official opening date and details on facility programming will be announced in the coming weeks.

 

For media inquiries or more information, please contact: Lauren Maclean l.maclean@shapearchitecture.ca

 

Project Team

Architect
SHAPE Architecture

Structural
WSP Canada Group Ltd.

Mechanical
The AME Consulting Group Ltd.

Electrical
PBX Engineering Ltd.

Code
GHL Consultants

Traffic
Bunt & Associates

Construction Manager
ETRO Construction

Landscape Architect
PFS Studio

Envelope
LDR Engineering Group

LEED
Integral Group

Project Manager
UBC Properties Trust