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

  • Enhanced Security Measures on the Vancouver Campus

    Heightened security procedures and processes are in place on the UBC Vancouver campus to enhance the well-being and protect the safety of students, faculty, and staff. Please have your UBC ID, or equivalent, on display or ready to show when…

    Read more: Enhanced Security Measures on the Vancouver Campus

  • The VPFO is working with the rest of UBC in its response to COVID-19

    In this uncertain time the VPFO continues to provide some of UBC’s crucial services while protecting those that operate them.

    Read more: The VPFO is working with the rest of UBC in its response to COVID-19

  • Thank you VPFO, for your extra efforts regarding coronavirus COVID-19

    Thank you for all of your extra efforts over the past few weeks to help UBC navigate the situation regarding the coronavirus COVID-19. This is new for the university, and we need to ensure we all keep up the good…

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  • Have your say! Help define Inclusive Washrooms at UBC

    During the month of March and April, we are asking students, faculty, staff, and visitors to share their experiences, challenges, needs, and ideas to help define Inclusive Washrooms at UBC.

    Read more: Have your say! Help define Inclusive Washrooms at UBC

  • Campus Security Get a New Set of Wheels

    To help team members provide an efficient service around campus, Campus Security has invested in a brand new Gem e2 electric vehicle. The vehicle has zero emissions and runs at a fraction of the cost of a traditional gas vehicle.

    Read more: Campus Security Get a New Set of Wheels

People of the VPFO