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: $7-million donation from Dan On Foundation seeds the future of food innovation at UBC
$7-million donation from Dan On Foundation seeds the future of food innovation at UBC
A $7-million donation from the Dan On Foundation will fund the building of UBC’s Food and Beverage Innovation Centre, set to formally open in early 2025. The centre will help the agri-food industry in B.C. and beyond by providing access…
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Read more: UBC First Quarter 2024/25 Financial Report is now available
UBC First Quarter 2024/25 Financial Report is now available
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Read more: Pedestrian bridge renovations underway at UBC Botanical Garden
Pedestrian bridge renovations underway at UBC Botanical Garden
UBC Botanical Garden is currently undergoing construction to replace seven pedestrian bridges. While the garden remains open to visitors, some pathways will be temporarily closed to allow for the safe completion of this work.
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Read more: Help keep rodents out of your work spaces
Help keep rodents out of your work spaces
Rodent activity and indoor migration increases as the weather gets colder, and they move indoors for shelter and food. Help prevent rodents from moving in by securing your waste and food. Learn more about prevention and how to report signs…
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Read more: Are you prepared for an earthquake?
Are you prepared for an earthquake?
On October 17, 2024, practice how to Drop, Cover, and Hold On at 10:17 a.m. during the annual Great BC ShakeOut. As part of ShakeOut, UBC will be testing its emergency notification system, UBC Alert. Learn more about how you…
People of the VPFO
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Read more: Welcoming Karen Zygun as the new VPFO Director of Human Resources
Welcoming Karen Zygun as the new VPFO Director of Human Resources
Karen Zygun will be joining UBC as the new Director of Human Resources for the VPFO. Karen will be a key leader in renewing the VPFO’s HR team and strategy, developing a strategy to build a stronger values-centered culture, and…
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Read more: Angela Huang joins the Office of the Comptroller as Senior Director of Financial Business Intelligence
Angela Huang joins the Office of the Comptroller as Senior Director of Financial Business Intelligence
We are pleased to announce that Angela Huang has joined the Office of the Comptroller as our new Senior Director of Financial Business Intelligence, effective March 3, 2025.
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Read more: Welcoming Maggie Ivanova as UBC’s New Chief Enterprise Risk & Assurance Officer
Welcoming Maggie Ivanova as UBC’s New Chief Enterprise Risk & Assurance Officer
Maggie Ivanova will begin her role as UBC’s new Chief Enterprise Risk and Assurance Officer on April 7. She will provide strategic leadership to the university’s Internal Assurance and Enterprise Risk Management functions and will report jointly to the Vice-President,…
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Read more: Sarah Goold appointed as Director, Long-Term Financial Modelling & Planning
Sarah Goold appointed as Director, Long-Term Financial Modelling & Planning
Sarah Goold has been appointed Director, Long-Term Financial Modelling & Planning and will oversee the Long-Term Financial Modelling & Planning team going forward.
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Read more: Lindsay Wyant transitions to the Financial Reporting team as the Interim Director, Financial Reporting
Lindsay Wyant transitions to the Financial Reporting team as the Interim Director, Financial Reporting
We are pleased to announce that Lindsay Wyant, Finance Manager, Capital Financial Reporting, will be transitioning to the Financial Reporting Team as the Interim Director, Financial Reporting.