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’s Digital Payment Program to replace ePayment

    UBC’s ePayment system, which allows participating UBC departments/merchants to process financial transactions online, is due to be retired alongside the Student Information System (SIS). This transition will impact a broad base of campus merchants who currently use ePayment to collect…

    Read more: UBC’s Digital Payment Program to replace ePayment

  • Thunderbird Boulevard multi-phase road closures: November 29, 2021 to August 2022

    As part of the  UBC Renewable Energy Hub project, the Hydrogen Refueling Station will begin construction on Thunderbird Boulevard this week. During this project, there will be multi-phase road closures along Thunderbird Boulevard in effect between November 20, 2021 to…

    Read more: Thunderbird Boulevard multi-phase road closures: November 29, 2021 to August 2022

  • 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

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