Overview
In August 2023, the Office of Sustainability launched the Sustainable Office Certification program as a way to empower UFV staff to foster sustainable workplaces through individual and collective practices. More departments at UFV become involved each year working to improve the environmental and social sustainability of their office spaces and practices. From infrastructure and materials to office practices and management systems, participating departments are helping to make UFV a more sustainable space.
Certification benefits
No matter your role on campus, there is a place for you in Sustainable Office Certification program. Some of the benefits include:
- Building relationships across campus
- Learning new skills
- Making a positive impact on campus sustainability
- Achieving certification for your department
- Having fun!
How the Sustainable Office Certification program works
The Sustainable Office Certification program supports Sustainability Champions from each participating department to improve sustainability in their office spaces and build a culture of sustainability within their teams. Sustainability Champions can access the following tools to help make these changes:
- Sustainability Champions Network
- A discussion board with a network of like-minded employees from across campus who are also supporting efforts in their own areas
- Resource toolkit
- A set of templates, best-practice guides, and communication materials
- Recognition
- A common checklist to help identify areas of improvement and receive a Bronze, Silver, Gold, or Platinum designation for the office
- Support structures
- Ongoing check-ins, training and resources led by the Office of Sustainability to help implement sustainable actions
How to get started
Email sustainability@ufv.ca if you are interested in becoming a Sustainability Champion for your department.
Certified departments
As of November 2025:
Certified Platinum:
Departments are working hard to improve their ratings!
Gold Certified:
- Alumni Engagement and Advancement
- Campus Planning and Facilities Management
- Chilliwack Library
- Community Health and Social Innovation
- Centre for Accessibility Services
Silver Certified:
- Abbotsford Library
- Community Health and Social Innovation Hub (CHASI)
- School of Business and Computing
Bronze Certified:
No departments currently have a bronze rating