Shared traditional rooms—double and triple occupancy—are found in Totem Park and Place Vanier where, on a standard floor, 25–30 residents share communal bathrooms. Orchard Commons features shared rooms with a shared private bathroom. Shared rooms are only available for Winter Session.
Adjustable height twin XL (extra-long) bed*, desk, chair, desk lamp, wardrobe, bookshelf, dresser. Room amenities vary by location.
*In Compact Shared rooms the beds are bunk-style twin XL (extra-long).
Shared traditional room at Place Vanier.
Shared traditional room at Totem Park.
Single gender communal bathroom at Totem Park.
Private showers in a communal bathroom at Totem Park.
Shared room at Totem Park.
Single gender communal bathroom at Place Vanier.
Each room has a hardwired port for high-speed internet—with high-speed wireless internet available in the Commonsblock. Ethernet cable not included.
Floor communities share four private shower stalls and four toilet stalls.
UBC has been recognized internationally for its commitment to sustainable living. Many residences and rooms have many modern sustainability features designed to reduce waste, energy consumption, and water use.