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

  • February is Black History Month

    Every February, people across Canada participate in Black History Month events and festivities that honour the legacy of Black Canadians and their communities. This year, the theme for Black History Month is: “February and Forever: Celebrating Black History today and…

    Read more: February is Black History Month
  • Rebecca Way joins UBCO Financial Operations as Procurement Manager

    In her new role, Rebecca will be responsible for leading the local procurement team in the delivery of procurement services to the Okanagan campus, as well as actively engaging the campus community to increase understanding of procurement policies and workflows,…

    Read more: Rebecca Way joins UBCO Financial Operations as Procurement Manager
  • Potential project delays dues to staffing shortage

    Our Facilities teams, consultants, and contractors are experiencing labour shortages, and doing the best we can to maintain service and ensure all our projects and construction sites continue to be monitored. Some of our projects, however, may be impacted and face…

    Read more: Potential project delays dues to staffing shortage
  • Celebrating Lunar New Year, the Year of the Tiger

    This year, Lunar New Year falls on February 1. Lunar New Year is celebrated across Asian communities, but each has their own traditions. Learn more about Lunar New Year, how it’s celebrated across Asian communities, and why 2022 is the…

    Read more: Celebrating Lunar New Year, the Year of the Tiger
  • Lori Takenaka promoted to Safety Advisor, Facilities in Safety & Risk Services

    In her new role as Safety Advisor, Facilities, Lori will lead a team of health and safety specialists and will continue to support UBC Facilities in the development and implementation of their health and safety programs.

    Read more: Lori Takenaka promoted to Safety Advisor, Facilities in Safety & Risk Services

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