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: Masks required in health care facilities
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.
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Read more: HSBC Global Disbursements transitions to RBC International Pay
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.
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Read more: Find the room you need with the new Find a Space tool!
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.
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Read more: UBC Alert testing on January 17 — are you in the loop?
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.
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Read more: Your data, your privacy: Join the conversation
Your data, your privacy: Join the conversation
Privacy Matters @ UBC is excited to host Data Privacy Week from January 28 to 30, 2025, a series of informative and insightful sessions focusing on privacy and information security. You’re invited to engage in discussions about crucial privacy issues…
People of the VPFO
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Read more: Steven Lee is promoted to Learning Spaces team’s Senior Learning Space Planner within Facilities’ Infrastructure Development
Steven Lee is promoted to Learning Spaces team’s Senior Learning Space Planner within Facilities’ Infrastructure Development
Steven will be leading the Learning Spaces team within Facilities Planning and working closely with partners in AV IT and Scheduling Services to ensure the smooth operation and future planning for UBC General Teaching Space (GTS). Steven will be transitioning…
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Read more: Alicia Chan joins Capital Financial Reporting as Senior Financial Analyst in UBC Comptroller
Alicia Chan joins Capital Financial Reporting as Senior Financial Analyst in UBC Comptroller
Alicia brings diverse experience in financial reporting, long term capital planning and forecasting, interpreting complex financial data and effectively communicating to stakeholders. In her new role, Alicia will focus on the accurate reporting of our capital project funding and Deferred…
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Read more: Cathy Myles joins Safety & Risk Services’ Insurance & Loss Prevention team
Cathy Myles joins Safety & Risk Services’ Insurance & Loss Prevention team
Cathy is joining Safety & Risk Services on a full-time, contract basis to help lead the team through a current & future state analysis and transfer of risk including insurance risk management operations and programs.
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Read more: Pam Corrigal steps into new role as Senior Financial Analyst, Capital Financial Reporting
Pam Corrigal steps into new role as Senior Financial Analyst, Capital Financial Reporting
In her new role, Pam will focus on the accurate reporting of our Tangible Capital Assets, which includes working to define Capital within our Faculty/ Department expenses, liaising with working groups around the organization to track project spend, and supporting…
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Read more: Colleen Mah and Kyle Fenton promoted to Project Managers in Infrastructure Development within Facilities
Colleen Mah and Kyle Fenton promoted to Project Managers in Infrastructure Development within Facilities
Congratulations to Colleen Mah and Kyle Fenton on their promotion to Project Manager I in Project Services within Infrastructure Development. Colleen will continue to spearhead diverse initiatives, including renovations to support the University’s Equity & Diversity goals, and Kyle will…