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: HSBC-RBC Transition project website is now live
HSBC-RBC Transition project website is now live
The Royal Bank of Canada (RBC) acquisition of HSBC Bank Canada (HSBC) was legally completed on March 28, 2024. A new HSBC-RBC Transition project website has been created to help the finance community follow along with UBC’s transition plan.
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Read more: UBC Third Quarter 2023/24 Financial Report is now available
UBC Third Quarter 2023/24 Financial Report is now available
The university’s third quarter 2023/24 financial report is now available on the UBC Finance website.
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Read more: Keeping the clean water flowing to campus – 16th Ave Water Main Replacement begins April 15
Keeping the clean water flowing to campus – 16th Ave Water Main Replacement begins April 15
This project will replace 400 metres of aging water main infrastructure along 16th Avenue. Expect noise and traffic changes along the route.
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Read more: Water dispensing and filtration equipment
Water dispensing and filtration equipment
Drinking water on the UBC Vancouver campus comes from Metro Vancouver’s water system, and is regularly tested to maintain high-quality drinking water. But if a faculty/department would like to order third-party water dispensing and filtration equipment, this order and ongoing maintenance or…
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Read more: 50% off furniture at the Zero Waste Market
50% off furniture at the Zero Waste Market
As spring rolls around, the Zero Waste Market is excited to announce that during April and May, will be 50% off, with some items free. Stop by to check out the furniture, stationary, lamps, and unique vintage items! Learn more.
People of the VPFO
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Read more: Anthony Boyce promoted to Head Metal Worker in Building Operations
Anthony Boyce promoted to Head Metal Worker in Building Operations
Tony joined UBC in 2017, and progressed his way through the Metal Shop in Trades within Building Operations, and most recently as the Sub-Head for the past 18 months. He has over 35 years experience in the sheet metal industry…
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Read more: Bert Tempel joins Infrastructure Development as Project Coordinator
Bert Tempel joins Infrastructure Development as Project Coordinator
Bert joined UBC in 2001 with a sheet metal trades certification. He has spent 20 years in Building Operations’ Sheet Metal Shop where he developed extensive experience and knowledge in the construction of mechanical systems, building maintenance, HVAC systems renewal,…
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Read more: Carolyn Rhee-Thompson joins UBC as Finance Director, VPFO/VPHR
Carolyn Rhee-Thompson joins UBC as Finance Director, VPFO/VPHR
Carolyn is a CPA with over 10 years of financial leadership experience supporting a broad group of internal clients. As Finance Director, VPFO/VPHR, Carolyn will bring financial leadership and strategic expertise to the portfolio.
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Read more: Joey-Lee Robelo, Operations Project Manager – Change Management for Customer Services & Informatics
Joey-Lee Robelo, Operations Project Manager – Change Management for Customer Services & Informatics
Over the next 18 months, Joey-Lee will work with both Facilities and the EMMS project team to support the Facilities team with change management, learning and professional development. Notable upcoming initiatives include Planon rollout for Energy & Water Services and…
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Read more: Dean Gregory will be joining Building Operations as the Municipal Landscape Architect
Dean Gregory will be joining Building Operations as the Municipal Landscape Architect
Dean’s journey with the university began 13 years ago as the Campus Landscape Architect in Campus & Community Planning (C&CP). Dean has been instrumental in transforming both the UBC Point Grey and Okanagan campuses through the planning and implementing of…