The UBC Zero Waste Market in Vancouver, B.C., resells used (second hand) items originating from UBC Faculties and departments, to divert waste from disposal. The market helps UBC transition towards a circular economy and sustainable future.
There are two versions of the market (an In-person and Online market) both versions are available to the UBC community and the general public. The Zero Waste Market is an initiative of the UBC Furniture Reuse Program.
In-person Market
The in-person market sells used furniture, office supplies and more.
Learn more about parking, payment, location, and collection here. Weather conditions and staff availability may impact opening hours.
Please check back on this webpage the day you plan to visit, to ensure the market will be open.
Hours: Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 11am – 2pm.
Location: Ponderosa Annex E, Room 127, 2034 Lower Mall, Vancouver, BC V6T 1Z2,(Vancouver Point Grey campus).
Online Market
The online market sells used furniture, electronics and more. Items sold online are not located at the in-person market and must be collected by appointment during business hours, Monday to Friday, from the UBC Vancouver Point Grey campus. Shipping is not available.
All items sold through the Zero Waste Market are as-is and final sale. A signed waiver is required for collection.
Contact us: furniture.reuse@ubc.ca
3,219 items reused
189,153 lbs diverted from disposal
220 GHG tonnes CO2e avoided by reusing what is already made
