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: Get ready to ShakeOutGet ready to ShakeOutThis October, practice the Great BC Shakeout, an annual province-wide earthquake drill for everyone to practice how to protect themselves and to be better prepared in the event of an earthquake. 
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Read more: Join UBC in the 2019 United Way CampaignJoin UBC in the 2019 United Way CampaignEvery year, almost 800 of UBC staff and faculty donate to the UBC United Way campaign. Starting on Monday, Oct. 7, you can support the university’s only board-approved charity by becoming a UBC United Way donor. 
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Read more: Living and Breathing Service: Recognizing the People of the VPFO Living and Breathing Service: Recognizing the People of the VPFOVPFO strategic plan asks us to inspire great people. There’s nothing more inspiring than our Presidential Award-winning co-workers and how their dedication and service makes a daily difference at UBC. 
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Read more: Safety Practices and AwarenessSafety Practices and AwarenessThis week’s incident at the West Parkade has left some of us reflecting on our safety practices and awareness. I would like to remind our VPFO community about some resources on campus to help you refresh your sense of safety. 
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Read more: Dawn Jia Announced as President and CEO of UBC IMANTDawn Jia Announced as President and CEO of UBC IMANTIn her role, Dawn will be responsible for the overall investment management of UBC IMANT’s portfolios, including the selection and oversight of institutional investment fund managers, and ensuring that UBC IMANT’s strategic and operating objectives are achieved. 
People of the VPFO
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Read more: Cecille Lintag joins UBC Facilities as Assistant Manager, Capital Planning & DevelopmentCecille Lintag joins UBC Facilities as Assistant Manager, Capital Planning & DevelopmentCecille Lintag has joined UBC Facilities as Assistant Manager, Capital Planning & Development until November 25, 2024 to cover for Natalie Wagorn while on leave. Cecille will play a pivotal role in the administration, reporting, and financial oversight of our… 
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Read more: Abbey Hall joins as Executive Assistant supporting Executive Director, UBC Safety & Risk ServicesAbbey Hall joins as Executive Assistant supporting Executive Director, UBC Safety & Risk ServicesAbbey Hall joins VPFO as Executive Assistant, supporting Rae Ann Aldridge, Executive Director, UBC Safety & Risk Services. Abbey comes to us from the University of Victoria, where she worked in both the Office of the President supporting the VP, Indigenous… 
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Read more: Ildar Altynbaev joins Facilities’ Construction Office as a Project Manager 1Ildar Altynbaev joins Facilities’ Construction Office as a Project Manager 1Ildar Altynbaev joins Facilities’ Construction Office as a Project Manager 1 as of June 3, 2024. Ildar’s role will enhance our collective ability to deliver projects to the campus community, focusing on projects that primarily require the oversight of a… 
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Read more: Tania Shepelska joins the Integrated Service Centre as Cross Functional Product Sustainment and Support ManagerTania Shepelska joins the Integrated Service Centre as Cross Functional Product Sustainment and Support ManagerWelcome Tania Shepelska, New Cross Functional Product Sustainment and Support Manager. Tania joins the Integrated Service Centre (ISC) after her five-year experience with IRP Student where she started as Subject Matter Expert in Records & Advising and then served as… 
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Read more: Ashley Andrews joins Capital Financial Reporting as Senior Financial AnalystAshley Andrews joins Capital Financial Reporting as Senior Financial AnalystWe are pleased to welcome Ashley Andrews to Senior Financial Analyst, Capital Financial Reporting. Ashley brings extensive experience in Capital Reporting and Financial Analysis through the preparation of financial regulatory documents, development of complex financial models, and conducting in-depth financial… 
