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
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Read more: VPFO Teams Featured in Water Canada Magazine
VPFO Teams Featured in Water Canada Magazine
Several VPFO teams have been featured in Water Canada Magazine for their safe and sustainable stewardship of water on UBC’s Vancouver campus.
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Read more: EXPENSES RELATING TO WORKING FROM HOME – QUESTIONS ABOUT THE T2200 TAX FORM
EXPENSES RELATING TO WORKING FROM HOME – QUESTIONS ABOUT THE T2200 TAX FORM
Many members of the UBC faculty and staff community have moved to working-from-home scenarios as a result of COVID-19 measures, and the university’s finance teams have received some questions about whether UBC will be issuing T2200 tax forms for the…
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Read more: Working safely on campus and at home
Working safely on campus and at home
Avoid infection and stay safe at work by following Safety & Risk Services guidance on safe working at srs.ubc.ca/covid19.
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Read more: Protect UBC Mobile Phones Against SIM Swapping
Protect UBC Mobile Phones Against SIM Swapping
UBC IT has recommend that we take steps to protect our cell phones against a risk known as SIM swapping.
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Read more: UBC Moves Forward with Divestment Plus
UBC Moves Forward with Divestment Plus
By taking this approach, the university will be able to assess broader environmental, social and governance issues present in its portfolio companies, and work to become an active investor that influences outcomes.
People of the VPFO
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Read more: Mandy Li to step into the role of Interim Manager of Financial Analysis within the Financial Reporting team
Mandy Li to step into the role of Interim Manager of Financial Analysis within the Financial Reporting team
We are excited to announce that Mandy Li (Senior Financial Analyst) will be stepping into the role of Interim Manager of Financial Analysis within the Financial Reporting Team.
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Read more: Jeev Saini appointed as new Head of Mechanical Operations in Building Operations
Jeev Saini appointed as new Head of Mechanical Operations in Building Operations
Jeev Saini has been appointed as the new Head of Mechanical Operations in Building Operations, effective February 3. We are excited to see Jeev step into this key role and provide continued dedicated support to our Mechanical Operations team.
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Read more: Michelle Yuen joins the Project Accounting team within Comptroller as a Financial Analyst
Michelle Yuen joins the Project Accounting team within Comptroller as a Financial Analyst
Michelle Yuen has joined the Project Accounting team within Comptroller as a Financial Analyst on January 27. She comes to us with a wealth of experience in regulatory reporting and analysis, most recently having worked with the Royal Bank of…
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Read more: Charles Creelman is promoted to Electrical Technical Specialist in Facilities’ Building Operations
Charles Creelman is promoted to Electrical Technical Specialist in Facilities’ Building Operations
Charles Creelman has been promoted to Electrical Technical Specialist (ETS) in Facilities’ Building Operations and will be starting in his new role on Monday, January 27. Join us in congratulating Charles on his well-deserved promotion!
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Read more: Leena Mahasen joins VPFO as Executive Director, Transformation and Strategy
Leena Mahasen joins VPFO as Executive Director, Transformation and Strategy
Leena Mahasen will be joining as an Executive Director, Transformation and Strategy in the VP Finance & Operations on Monday, February 10. Reporting to the VP Finance & Operations, Leena’s expertise and leadership will play a key role in driving…