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: Safety Awareness Week is September 15–19, 2025
Safety Awareness Week is September 15–19, 2025
Let’s start the year off right by learning how to keep yourself and the UBC community safe and secure on campus. During this week, visit UBC Campus Security’s information booths to learn about theft prevention and helpful safety and security…
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Read more: The Hennings Building Roof Renewal is underway
The Hennings Building Roof Renewal is underway
Estimated construction dates: August 25 – October 31, 2025. This project will renew the aging Hennings Building roof systems, remove redundant mechanical systems, and complete localized, minimally invasive seismic improvements.
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Read more: Anthropology and Sociology (ANSO) Renewal set to begin in January 2026
Anthropology and Sociology (ANSO) Renewal set to begin in January 2026
Currently, the envelope and infrastructure of the Anthropology and Sociology building are at the end of their service life. The building will be fully renewed with new systems, an upgraded envelope, and a revised interior layout to support modern research…
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Read more: Staying cool at UBC
Staying cool at UBC
Explore these resources to help stay cool and safe during the heat. Cool off at these air-conditioned UBC Vancouver buildings: Irving K. Barber Learning Centre and Koerner Library. Avoid direct sunlight and drink lots of cool fluids.
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Read more: Read UBC’s 2025 Annual Financial Statements
Read UBC’s 2025 Annual Financial Statements
The Annual Financial Statements for the year ended March 31, 2025, are now available.
People of the VPFO
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Read more: Congratulations to our successful CFE writers for 2021
Congratulations to our successful CFE writers for 2021
Please join UBC Finance in congratulating Shari Jia, Brianna Bailey, and Nancy (Xi) Yang on passing their 2021 Common Final Exam (CFE), their last exam before becoming a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA).
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Read more: Curtis Spencer is promoted to Subhead Electrical Maintenance in Building Operations
Curtis Spencer is promoted to Subhead Electrical Maintenance in Building Operations
Curtis joined UBC in February 2017 working on campus street lights before moving to the electrical controls crew where he took on both the green and teal zones. Curtis has vast experience in commercial and industrial settings, and has shown…
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Read more: Chris Bastien joins as the Finance Services Manager
Chris Bastien joins as the Finance Services Manager
As the Finance Services Manager, Chris will play a vital role in leading the Finance Services Team to support our Community in Finance Period End activities, and the improvement of Workday’s processes. Chris comes to us with 20 years of…
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Read more: Kyle Fenton joins Infrastructure Development as Associate Project Manager
Kyle Fenton joins Infrastructure Development as Associate Project Manager
Kyle’s diverse range of professional skills within project management and project design and construction, coupled with his unique insights into different project roles will be a definite asset to the Project Services team.
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Read more: Bill Liu promoted to Procurement Officer in UBC Financial Operations
Bill Liu promoted to Procurement Officer in UBC Financial Operations
In his new role, Bill will play a key role in leading and completing RFx processes for purchases above $75K. The role is integral to the success of the Procurement Sourcing team by ensuring best procurement practices are being followed.