Partnering with UBC: Flooring Solutions That Support a Leading Institution

At Source Floor & Specialties, we take pride in supporting organizations that shape our communities—and few institutions have the reach and impact of the University of British Columbia. Over the years, we’ve partnered with UBC on a wide range of flooring and custom matting projects across their expansive campus. From academic halls to athletic centres, we’ve delivered functional, attractive, and long-lasting matting solutions that meet the university’s high standards for performance and sustainability.

A Campus-Wide Relationship Built on Reliability

Our collaboration with UBC has grown steadily over time. What began with a few entryway mats has evolved into a long-term partnership across departments, faculties, and facility types. We’ve earned UBC’s trust by delivering durable, on-brand matting solutions that stand up to heavy use—and by always being responsive, on time, and detail-oriented.

Supporting UBC Athletics and Recreation

Some of our proudest work at UBC has been with their athletics and recreation facilities, helping to support student wellness, varsity sports, and community fitness. High-performance environments require matting that can handle heavy foot traffic, intense physical activity, and frequent cleaning—all while maintaining a professional and welcoming appearance.

We’ve provided custom matting and specialty flooring solutions for facilities such as:

• • War Memorial Gymnasium – Supplying custom entrance systems and athletic-ready surfaces for a venue that’s home to UBC Thunderbirds varsity teams.
  • UBC Chan Centre – Supplying custom logo matting for the grand entryways.
  • UBC Aquatic Centre – Supplying anti-slip and water-resistant matting to enhance safety in wet zones.
  • Doug Mitchell Thunderbird Sports Centre – Providing custom mats in high-traffic lobby and skate-access areas.

Featured Project: UBC’s Brand-New Rec North Facility

One of our most exciting recent projects is our work in the Rec North facility, UBC’s brand-new recreation building located next to the UBC Life Building. This state-of-the-art centre expands campus fitness capacity and supports the university’s commitment to student health and active living.

At Rec North, Source Floor provided:

 Custom entrance matting systems designed to manage the high volume of daily traffic and protect interior floors from debris and moisture.

• • Specialty flooring in transitional areas, ensuring slip resistance and durability while maintaining a cohesive design aesthetic.
  • Branded matting to reflect UBC’s identity and ensure clear wayfinding within the space.

Our work helps ensure Rec North stays clean, safe, and visually sharp—welcoming thousands of students, staff, and community members every week.

Sustainability in Every Step

UBC’s strong commitment to sustainability is echoed in the materials and processes we use. Many of the products we install contain recycled content, meet stringent environmental standards, and are built for long-term performance to reduce waste over time. Our goal is to support UBC’s green building goals while delivering durable, beautiful results.

Built for UBC. Built to Last.

We’re proud to be a trusted supplier and installer at one of Canada’s most prestigious institutions. UBC chooses Source Floor because of our:

 Made to measure – ensuring a perfect fit for each location.

• • Engineered for durability – standing up to Vancouver’s wet winters and year-round use.
  • Custom-branded – reflecting UBC’s high design standards and cohesive visual identity.
  • Easy to maintain – supporting janitorial teams with materials that trap dirt and dry quickly.

Looking Forward

As UBC continues to expand and upgrade its world-class facilities, Source Floor is ready to keep pace. From high-performance recreation centres to high-traffic academic buildings, we’re proud to provide flooring and matting solutions that keep UBC moving—safely, sustainably, and in style.

Looking for better matting solutions?
We’ve done it for UBC—and we can do it for you. Contact Source Floor & Specialties today for custom logo mats, entrance systems, and campus-ready matting built to handle anything.