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: From Campus Security to Community Safety: A transformation shaped by community voices and dressed by UBC experts
From Campus Security to Community Safety: A transformation shaped by community voices and dressed by UBC experts
At UBC Vancouver, safety is being reimagined—shaped not only by policy, but by design. UBC’s new Community Safety model blends community engagement, research collaboration and design innovation.
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Read more: Balanced operating budget for 2026/27 approved by UBC Board of Governors
Balanced operating budget for 2026/27 approved by UBC Board of Governors
UBC is projecting a balanced financial position as part of its 2026/27 budget, approved by the university’s Board of Governors.
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Read more: Interim reporting structure in the VPFO
Interim reporting structure in the VPFO
The VPFO will be transitioning to an interim reporting structure while we undertake the recruitment process for the AVP Finance.
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Read more: UBC planning a balanced operating budget for 2026/27
UBC planning a balanced operating budget for 2026/27
In advance of the Board of Governors meeting on March 31, UBC will be presenting a balanced budget for approval.
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Read more: Cross-department collaboration drives successful decarbonization
Cross-department collaboration drives successful decarbonization
Facilities recently completed upgrades to aging infrastructure at the Brimacombe Building and West Mall Swing Space that will significantly reduce the campus’ carbon footprint.
People of the VPFO
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Read more: Angela Ruggles joins as Executive Assistant to the VPFO
Angela Ruggles joins as Executive Assistant to the VPFO
Angela Ruggles will be joining the VPFO portfolio as Executive Assistant to the VP Finance & Operations on Tuesday, May 5. Angela will provide direct support to Frank Laezza, Vice-President, Finance & Operations.
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Read more: Cassandra Torres and Mariyam Syed steps into new roles
Cassandra Torres and Mariyam Syed steps into new roles
We are beyond pleased to share that Cassandra Torres and Mariyam Syed will be stepping into a new roles effective April 20.
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Read more: Adi Aggarwal joins as Senior Insurance Coordinator, Insurance & Loss Prevention
Adi Aggarwal joins as Senior Insurance Coordinator, Insurance & Loss Prevention
We are excited to share that Adi Aggarwal will be starting as the new Senior Insurance Coordinator in the Insurance & Loss Prevention (ILP) team on April 13.
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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.