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.

Learn about the VPFO Strategic Plan

News from the VPFO

  • UBC Security Forum: Wellness, risk, and the future of frontline security

    On June 4, professionals from across the security and public safety sectors came together for a day of learning and networking at the 2025 UBC Security Forum. A big thank you to all the speakers and the UBC Safety &…

    Read more: UBC Security Forum: Wellness, risk, and the future of frontline security

  • Do you know the signs and symptoms of heat stress?

    Get ready for rising temperatures, and learn how to identify signs and symptoms, the risks related to heat-related illnesses and how to protect yourself by completing the Heat Stress Awareness course on the WPL website. When a worker is hot…

    Read more: Do you know the signs and symptoms of heat stress?

  • Allan McGavin Sports Medicine Clinic closing University Services Building location

    The Allan McGavin Sports Medicine Clinic located within the Centre for Occupational Health, Safety and Wellbeing at USB will be phasing out their services for the location. As of June 30, 2025, physiotherapy services will be relocating to the nearby…

    Read more: Allan McGavin Sports Medicine Clinic closing University Services Building location

  • Understand your safety role at UBC, whether you’re a student, faculty, staff, or volunteer

    All members of the UBC community have a role to play in supporting the University’s Safety Accountability structure. Whether you are supervising others, conducting research, providing services, or participating in academic activities, understanding your responsibilities are essential to maintaining a…

    Read more: Understand your safety role at UBC, whether you’re a student, faculty, staff, or volunteer

  • Joining the conversation at VPFO Day

    On May 12, 2025, the VPFO portfolio came together to explore how our values of innovation, unity, and accountability, empower us to shape the future of our portfolio and support UBC. Relive the moments from VPFO Day through our event recordings…

    Read more: Joining the conversation at VPFO Day

People of the VPFO