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.
News from the VPFO
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Read more: Daylight savings: How changing the clock affects our safety
Daylight savings: How changing the clock affects our safety
Daylight Savings Time takes place on Sunday, March 8, where we advance our clocks forward by one hour. This means that we will all wake up one hour earlier, which can impact our mental and physical health.
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Read more: Alison Birdsall promoted to Director, Enterprise Risk Management
Alison Birdsall promoted to Director, Enterprise Risk Management
Effective February 16, 2026, Alison Birdsall has stepped into the role of Director, Enterprise Risk Management in Enterprise Risk & Assurance.
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Read more: Search for a new Associate Vice-President, Finance
Search for a new Associate Vice-President, Finance
In December, I shared that the VPFO would be recruiting a redefined Associate Vice-President, Finance role (formerly Comptroller) to reflect the expanding scope and complexity of financial oversight at the university. We are now ready to launch the search for an AVP, Finance. The position will report…
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Read more: It’s cold out! Stay safe while working and walking
It’s cold out! Stay safe while working and walking
If you’re spending extended time outside in colder temperatures, you may be at risk for cold stress and are more likely to face slippery ground conditions. Learn how to stay safe.
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Read more: Supplier Self Registration retiring in March 2026
Supplier Self Registration retiring in March 2026
The Supplier Self Registration site, used to allow suppliers to submit their information directly to Workday, will be retired effective March 3, 2026.
People of the VPFO
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Read more: Welcome to Edward Ganal as Team Manager, Day Shift – Custodial Services
Welcome to Edward Ganal as Team Manager, Day Shift – Custodial Services
We are excited to announce Edward Ganal is the new Team Manager, Day Shift – Custodial Services. Edward steps into this position with over 17 years of UBC Custodial Services experience.
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Read more: Jocelyn Bissett joins as Administrative Assistant to the VPFO
Jocelyn Bissett joins as Administrative Assistant to the VPFO
We are thrilled to announce that Jocelyn Bissett will be joining the VPFO Admin Team starting March 2, 2026, as an Administrative Assistant to the VPFO. She will primarily support the VPFO calendar and administrative tasks, working closely with the…
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Read more: Alison Birdsall promoted to Director, Enterprise Risk Management
Alison Birdsall promoted to Director, Enterprise Risk Management
Effective February 16, 2026, Alison Birdsall has stepped into the role of Director, Enterprise Risk Management in Enterprise Risk & Assurance.
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Read more: Samuel Boadi joins as Custodial Team Manager – Weekend Evenings
Samuel Boadi joins as Custodial Team Manager – Weekend Evenings
We are excited to welcome Samuel Boadi as our new Custodial Team Manager – Weekend Evenings.
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Read more: Welcome Ramin Sabouhi to the Capital Financial Reporting Team
Welcome Ramin Sabouhi to the Capital Financial Reporting Team
We are pleased to officially welcome Ramin Sabouhi to the Capital Financial Reporting team as a Senior Financial Analyst.