Welcome to the VP Finance & Operations portfolio


We are responsible for the stewardship of UBC’s physical and financial assets, as well as safety, risk management, and assurance across our university community.

The Vice-President Finance & Operations (VPFO) portfolio provides strategic stewardship of UBC’s physical and financial assets, and leads safety, risk management, and assurance across the university. Guided by the values of innovation, unity, and accountability in the VPFO Strategic Plan and in alignment with the UBC Strategic Plan, the portfolio oversees a budget of over $4 billion, and all facilities across UBC Vancouver and Okanagan campuses. The portfolio also manages key relationships with UBC Investment Management and UBC Properties Trust and is responsible for strategic development and management of UBC’s real estate assets to support the long-term benefit of the university community. 

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

  • Strengthening Transformation & Strategy to enable a more sustainable future for UBC 

    The Transformation & Strategy team works closely with our colleagues within the VP Finance & Operations portfolio and partners across the university.  

    Read more: Strengthening Transformation & Strategy to enable a more sustainable future for UBC 

  • Air quality warning in effect for Metro Vancouver

    Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley, including UBC are currently under an air quality warning for fine particulate matter due to wildfire smoke. Find information on health and safety during elevated wildfire smoke periods.

    Read more: Air quality warning in effect for Metro Vancouver

  • Safety Awareness Week is September 15–19, 2025

    Let’s start the year off right by learning how to keep yourself and the UBC community safe and secure on campus. During this week, visit UBC Campus Security’s information booths to learn about theft prevention and helpful safety and security…

    Read more: Safety Awareness Week is September 15–19, 2025

  • The Hennings Building Roof Renewal is underway 

    Estimated construction dates: August 25 – October 31, 2025. This project will renew the aging Hennings Building roof systems, remove redundant mechanical systems, and complete localized, minimally invasive seismic improvements.

    Read more: The Hennings Building Roof Renewal is underway 

  • Anthropology and Sociology (ANSO) Renewal set to begin in January 2026

    Currently, the envelope and infrastructure of the Anthropology and Sociology building are at the end of their service life. The building will be fully renewed with new systems, an upgraded envelope, and a revised interior layout to support modern research…

    Read more: Anthropology and Sociology (ANSO) Renewal set to begin in January 2026

People of the VPFO