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.

News from the VPFO

  • UBC supplier tax forms for 2024

    UBC mails out a copy of the tax forms (T4A and T5) every year by early February. Suppliers can also download tax forms directly from the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) website.

    Read more: UBC supplier tax forms for 2024
  • Masks required in health care facilities

    As of January 6, medical mask-wearing is required in all health care facilities in British Columbia where active patient care is being provided. 

    Read more: Masks required in health care facilities
  • HSBC Global Disbursements transitions to RBC International Pay

    As part of the HSBC-RBC transition, UBC is transitioning to RBC’s International Pay on January 17, 2025.  Please note there is a difference in the level of supported currencies between RBC’s International Pay and the previous platform HSBC Global Disbursement.

    Read more: HSBC Global Disbursements transitions to RBC International Pay
  • Find the room you need with the new Find a Space tool!

    The updated Find a Space tool on the Learning Spaces website is now live and ready for use! This upgraded tool provides advanced search options for buildings, classrooms, and spaces related to teaching and learning.

    Read more: Find the room you need with the new Find a Space tool!
  • UBC Alert testing on January 17 — are you in the loop?

    UBC Alert will be sending out a test notification to UBC Vancouver and Okanagan students, faculty, and staff via a phone call and text message on Friday, January 17, 2025. Make sure your mobile number is up to date on Workday.

    Read more: UBC Alert testing on January 17 — are you in the loop?

People of the VPFO

  • Eric Alister joins Safety & Risk Services as Privacy & Information Security Risk Advisor

    Eric Alister joins Safety & Risk Services’ Privacy & Information Security Management (PrISM) team, stepping into the role of Privacy & Information Security Risk Advisor. Learn more about Eric.

    Read more: Eric Alister joins Safety & Risk Services as Privacy & Information Security Risk Advisor
  • Get to know the senior leadership team: John Metras

    Fostering a culture of purpose driven leadership, get to know John Metras, Associate Vice-President, Facilities and his leadership vision: “I am an inclusive, action-oriented leader. I engage and empower my team and collaborate with stakeholders to build and maintain a…

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  • Get to know the senior leadership team: Parveen Mann

    Fostering a culture of purpose driven leadership, get to know Parveen Mann, Director, Human Resources and her leadership vision: “I believe that if we focus on our collective purpose, collaborate and build trust with each other, and continuously learn and…

    Read more: Get to know the senior leadership team: Parveen Mann
  • Derek Ho joins Safety & Risk Services as Lead Advisor, Privacy & Information Security Risk

    Derek Ho joins Safety & Risk Services’ Privacy & Information Security Management (PrISM) team as Lead Advisor in Privacy & Information Security Risk. The SRS PrISM team delivers privacy and security risk assessments, campus-wide training and risk advisory services to…

    Read more: Derek Ho joins Safety & Risk Services as Lead Advisor, Privacy & Information Security Risk
  • Get to know the senior leadership team: Yale Loh

    Fostering a culture of purpose driven leadership, get to know Yale Loh, Treasurer and his leadership vision: “I am a leader of a high-performing and accountable team that is driven by shared values and success, open dialogue, transparency, and orientation…

    Read more: Get to know the senior leadership team: Yale Loh