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.

Learn about the VPFO Strategic Plan

News from the VPFO

  • 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.

    Read more: UBC Applied Science and UBC Facilities lead $2.5M project to explore hydrogen heating for Vancouver campus

  • 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…

    Read more: Take the survey: Help shape Emergency Preparedness at UBC

  • Update on UBC and UBCIM Responsible Investing Commitments 

    UBC remains on track to meet the goals set out in its 2020 Responsible Investing Strategy and is committed to advancing responsible investing practices. The University continues to integrate environmental, social, and governance factors into our investment approach.

    Read more: Update on UBC and UBCIM Responsible Investing Commitments 

  • Kindness comes full circle: Our 9th annual Pink Shirt Day celebration 

    The VPFO Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) Committee presents our 9th annual Pink Shirt Day on Wednesday, February 25, 2026. Come together with your VPFO colleagues to celebrate kindness, inclusion, and collective strength—either virtually via livestream or in person at…

    Read more: Kindness comes full circle: Our 9th annual Pink Shirt Day celebration 

  • Using UBC’s purchasing power for good

    UBC’s inclusive procurement resources are designed to help faculty and staff make purchasing decisions that reflect our institutional values while meeting academic, operational, and budget needs. Read more on the Finance Portal [CWL required].

    Read more: Using UBC’s purchasing power for good

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