Building campuses that reflects our excellence in academics, research and teaching.

From capital projects and sustainable infrastructure to providing essential campus services, Facilities & Operations supports you from the first day you step on campus to the last.

How can F&O help you?

Find your way around campus

Before you plan your visit, remember to view the Campus Safety Checklist.

Report maintenance and security concerns

If it is an emergency, call 911
For urgent security issues, contact UAPS at 780-492-5050
For urgent maintenance issues, contact the Maintenance Desk at 780-492-4833

For non-urgent concerns:

Learn about our infrastructure and current projects

Facilities and Operations manages more infrastructure than any other university in Canada. Learn more about our Integrated Asset Management Strategy, architecture and design principles and current projects.

Operating efficient and sustainable campuses

Did you know the university operates one of the largest campus district energy systems in North America? Or that we’ve reduced building energy use intensity by ~30% since the 1970s?

~500
buildings and research facilities


5
campuses across Alberta


20M
sq. ft of infrastructure

News + Notices

Recent News

  • Fall 2022: The Freecycle Experiment

    January 16, 2023

    Freecycle helps labs across campuses benefit the environment and our society. What did this semester's Freecycle look like?

  • Back to Campus and Commuting (Sustainably)

    July 08, 2022

    Get from A to B while reducing your C—carbon emissions! The Commuter Challenge is a friendly competition between work units, and its purpose is to encourage members of the UAlberta community to commute more sustainably to and from campus.

  • Winter 2022: The return of Freecycle

    March 29, 2022

    Freecycle returned this Winter 2022, helping labs across campuses benefit the environment and our society. What did this semester's Freecycle look like?

  • Read more

Recent Notices

Additional Links and Resources


Andrew Sharman - AVP Facilities and Operations

The F&O Team

Vice-President Andrew Sharman leads Facilities and Operations. Alongside Sharman, F&O's Associate Vice-Presidents guide this diverse portfolio in delivering on the university's mission and creating a safe, welcoming space for teaching, learning and research.

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