UBCO Meal Plans
UBC Okanagan is excited to be moving to an All-Access Meal Plan in conjunction with the opening of our newest residence building, Nechako, in Fall 2021.
The All-Access Meal Plan will be mandatory plan for students in Cassiar, Nicola, Purcell, Kalamalka, Valhalla, Skeena, Similkameen Place and Nechako residences. An Optional Meal Plan will be available for students in Lower/Upper Cascades and Monashee Place, or those living off-campus.
Having a meal plan has many advantages, but most importantly it means you’ll be sharing great meals
with friends in a caring environment where diversity, well-being, and community matter
Eating Together
Improves self-esteem, academic success, nutrition, happiness and more.
Save Time & Energy
Focus on studying, making friends & getting involved in your new community.
Lighten your Load
No need to plan, shop, prep & clean up meals.
Nutritional Support
Healthy eating tips, dietary preference and allergen guidance from from our RD.
Fresh, Healthy Food
High-quality & wholesome ingredients guided by our Food Values.
10+ Locations
Convenient locations on and off campus, for Flex dollars.
All-Access Meal Plan
Coinciding with the opening of our new residence building (Nechako), Pritchard Dining Hall, this all-you-care-to-eat meal plan allows students unlimited entries per day to eat what they want, without worrying about cost.
Who is it for?
Mandatory for students in Cassiar, Nicola, Purcell, Kalamalka, Valhalla, Skeena, Similkameen Place and Nechako residences.
How does it work?
Students swipe their card upon entering the Pritchard Dining Hall and have unlimited access to the dining hall, with no restrictions on how often they enter, or what they eat. Students can also use the Flex Dollars portion of their meal plan to make purchases at Nechako’s convenience store, other food service locations on campus, as well as our off-campus partners!
How do I sign up?
- If you live in a residence with the mandatory meal plan (see above), you are already signed up as part of your Housing Contract.
- If you would like to purchase an optional meal plan, use your CWL to log into the SHHS Online Service Centre and navigate to the Food Services tab.
Meal Plan Fee Summary
Our Meal Plan is made up of of two types of Dining Dollars:
All Access (includes Flex dollars) - $5,498.48
All Access dining has one set cost of $5,498.48 allowing students to dine as often as they like at the Nechako Residence Dining Hall, without restrictions of any kind.
Flex Dollars - $300.56 *
As part of their All-Access meal plan, diners will be able to use $300.56 from their meal plan as Flex dollars, which they can use at other on-campus dining locations, or our off-campus dining partners. NOTE: Flex dollars are not part of the optional All-Access meal plan
* This is included in the cost of the meal plan.
Optional Meal Plan
This is plan allows students who are not part of the mandatory meal plan enjoy all-you-care-to-eat access to Pritchard Dining Hall (opening Fall 2021).
Who is it for?
Students in Lower/Upper Cascades and Monashee Place, or those living off-campus, who plan to frequent the Pritchard Dining Hall.
How does it work?
Diners swipe their card upon entering the Pritchard Dining Hall and have access to everything being served. They are able to enter and dine as often as they wish, without limits. Students can also use the Flex Dollars portion of their meal plan to make purchases at Nechako’s convenience store, as well as the other UBCO Food Service locations on campus, and our off-campus partners!
What does it cost?
The Optional Meal Plan has the same cost as the Mandatory All-Access Meal Plan. See Fee Summary in the orange box above.
How do I sign up?
Optional Meal Plans and Swipe Plans can now be purchased using the Online Service Centre.
Swipe Plan
Plan on eating often at Pritchard Dining Hall (opening Fall 2021)? Not eligible for the Mandatory Meal Plan, or not interested in the Optional Meal Plan? The Swipe Plan might be for you!
Who is it for?
Students in Lower/Upper Cascades and Monashee Place, students living off-campus, as well as faculty, staff, or frequent visitors to campus.
How does it work?
Diners who are not part of the mandatory Meal Plan have the option of purchasing a set number of meals. Each time they enter Pritchard, a meal is deducted. Top up at any time. Swipes can be used during any meal period.
What does it cost?
- 25 Swipes = $308.75 + GST (5% discount)
- 50 Swipes = $585 + GST (10% discount)
- 75 Swipes = $828.75 + GST (15% discount)
How do I sign up?
Optional Meal Plans and Swipe Plans can now be purchased using the Online Service Centre.
- Can only be used during the academic year (September through April) for which the card has been purchased.
- Any unused swipes will expire at the end of the winter semester.
- Non-refundable
Nutritional Support
Read the Nutrition Blog
Learn tips and tricks to perform your best while attending UBC.
Ask a Question
Students can email the dietitian with food or nutrition questions.
