Welcome to the VP Finance & Operations portfolio
We are responsible for the stewardship of UBC’s physical and financial assets, as well as safety, risk management, and assurance across our university community.
The portfolio oversee a $3.98 billion budget, a $3.38 billion endowment, and all facilities on both campuses, as well as managing the university’s relationships with UBC Investment Management and UBC Properties Trust. In all the portfolio’s responsibilities, we are committed to the values of innovation, unity and accountability.
VPFO Strategic Plan 2024–2027
Having a strategic plan gives us a clear path, keeping everyone on the same page. Learn more about where we’re going next and how we plan to get there.
News from the VPFO
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Read more: Search for a new Associate Vice-President, Finance
Search for a new Associate Vice-President, Finance
In December, I shared that the VPFO would be recruiting a redefined Associate Vice-President, Finance role (formerly Comptroller) to reflect the expanding scope and complexity of financial oversight at the university. We are now ready to launch the search for an AVP, Finance. The position will report…
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Read more: It’s cold out! Stay safe while working and walking
It’s cold out! Stay safe while working and walking
If you’re spending extended time outside in colder temperatures, you may be at risk for cold stress and are more likely to face slippery ground conditions. Learn how to stay safe.
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Read more: Supplier Self Registration retiring in March 2026
Supplier Self Registration retiring in March 2026
The Supplier Self Registration site, used to allow suppliers to submit their information directly to Workday, will be retired effective March 3, 2026.
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Read more: UBC Applied Science and UBC Facilities lead $2.5M project to explore hydrogen heating for Vancouver campus
UBC Applied Science and UBC Facilities lead $2.5M project to explore hydrogen heating for Vancouver campus
Applied Science in collaboration with UBC Facilities is exploring whether the Campus Energy Centre (CEC) boilers could one day run entirely on hydrogen, a zero-carbon-emission fuel.
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Read more: Take the survey: Help shape Emergency Preparedness at UBC
Take the survey: Help shape Emergency Preparedness at UBC
How prepared is the UBC community for emergencies like earthquakes, wildfire smoke, extreme heat, or flooding? As part of the Resilience Hubs for UBC Campus Communities, UBC wants to hear from students, faculty, staff, and the community about how they…
People of the VPFO
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Read more: Samuel Boadi joins as Custodial Team Manager – Weekend Evenings
Samuel Boadi joins as Custodial Team Manager – Weekend Evenings
We are excited to welcome Samuel Boadi as our new Custodial Team Manager – Weekend Evenings.
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Read more: Welcome Ramin Sabouhi to the Capital Financial Reporting Team
Welcome Ramin Sabouhi to the Capital Financial Reporting Team
We are pleased to officially welcome Ramin Sabouhi to the Capital Financial Reporting team as a Senior Financial Analyst.
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Read more: Kate Gao joins UBC as Manager, Finance Transformation in Transformation & Strategy
Kate Gao joins UBC as Manager, Finance Transformation in Transformation & Strategy
We are pleased to welcome to Kate Gao as Manager, Finance Transformation in Transformation & Strategy division, starting January 5, 2026. Read more in the Finance Portal [CWL required].
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Read more: Welcome Emily Chow to the Financial Reporting team as a Senior Financial Analyst
Welcome Emily Chow to the Financial Reporting team as a Senior Financial Analyst
We are pleased to welcome Emily Chow to the Financial Reporting team as a Senior Financial Analyst. Read more in the Finance Portal [CWL required].
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Read more: Andrea Caners joins as Director, Financial Reporting
Andrea Caners joins as Director, Financial Reporting
Welcome Andrea Caners as she steps into the role of Director, Financial Reporting, as Lindsay Wyant is on maternity leave. Read more in the Finance Portal [CWL required].