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: Thank you for joining Pink Shirt Day 2026!
Thank you for joining Pink Shirt Day 2026!
A big thank you to everyone who joined us for our 9th annual Pink Shirt Day on February 25 and 28, 2026!
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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
The portfolio is now ready to launch the search for an AVP, Finance. The redefined AVP, Finance will provide strategic leadership and oversight of financial services across the institution.
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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.
People of the VPFO
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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.
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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.