Welcome to the VP Finance & Operations portfolio


The nine divisions of the VPFO are responsible for the stewardship of UBC’s physical and financial assets, as well as safety and risk management for our university community.

We 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

  • Heat recovery steam generator (HRSG) line near the Bioenergy Facility back in commission

    Last week, Energy & Water Services (EWS) steamfitters completed another repair on the District Energy System (DES) network off the Bioenergy Research Facilities (Bioenergy Facility). This repair was needed as this particular heat recovery steam generator (HRSG) line has been…

    Read more: Heat recovery steam generator (HRSG) line near the Bioenergy Facility back in commission

  • Supply chain impacted due to the state of emergency in BC

    UBC is working with key internal and external parties to ensure that critical supplies continue to be available to support the campus community. We appreciate your patience as we work through this period of disruption.

    Read more: Supply chain impacted due to the state of emergency in BC

  • Avoid slips, trips, and falls this winter with some simple tips

    Winter is almost here, and with it comes cold weather and a greater risk of slips, trips or falls. Practice safe winter walking to help you stay on your feet this winter, available on the Safety & Risk Services website.

    Read more: Avoid slips, trips, and falls this winter with some simple tips

  • Major milestone in the Bioenergy Research Demonstration Facility expansion project

    The Bioenergy Research Demonstration Facility (BRDF) is burning biomass once again! The Energy & Water Services Thermal Operations Team re-lit the biomass gasification system on November 10, 2021, and the BRDF is now producing renewable thermal energy for the Academic…

    Read more: Major milestone in the Bioenergy Research Demonstration Facility expansion project

  • A Common Ground: Arts Student Centre Opens its Doors

    The Arts Student Centre has officially opened its doors to the UBC community. The three-storey building located on East Mall and Walter Gage Road will be a common meeting ground for Arts students to interact across disciplines, with spaces to…

    Read more: A Common Ground: Arts Student Centre Opens its Doors

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