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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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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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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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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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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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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Tanya Nyandong joins Facilities as Custodial Manager for the Evening Shift
Tanya brings a wealth of experience and a proven track record of success. She has a robust background in facilities management that will help support and enhance our operations.
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Announcing the search for a new Chief Enterprise Risk & Assurance Officer
UBC has embarked on a search for a new Chief Enterprise Risk & Assurance Officer. We are grateful and thank Allen Amyotte, Interim Chief Enterprise Risk & Assurance Officer for stepping into this role last year and providing leadership to…
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Geneva Chan joins as Integrated Service Centre (ISC) Student Product Manager
Welcome Geneva Chan, New Integrated Service Centre (ISC) Student Product Manager. As Student Product Manager, Geneva will focus on helping with assembling and leading the Student Product team to stabilize, sustain, and improve Workday Student.
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Bwungula Dyegula joins Safety & Risk Services as Lead Advisor, Information Security Compliance in PrISM
Welcome Bwungula Dyegula as the new Lead Advisor, Information Security Compliance for Privacy and Information Security Management (PrISM). Bwungula is an Information Security professional with over eight years of expertise in information security compliance and technology risk assurance.
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Hailey Maxwell steps into new role as Director, Emergency Management & Continuity Planning
Starting September 3, Hailey Maxwell will be stepping into her new role as Director, Emergency Management & Continuity Planning. In this new role, Hailey will also be joining the Safety & Risk Services leadership team.