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: Celebrating Earth Day in the VPFO
Celebrating Earth Day in the VPFO
Over thirty team members from across the VFPO joined forces for the 5th Annual Earth Day Clean up the Campus event, led by the Facilities’ Waste Management team. Together, we collected over 100 lbs. of trash!
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Read more: Access high-quality medical supplies with an Indigenous-owned social benefit procurement enterprise
Access high-quality medical supplies with an Indigenous-owned social benefit procurement enterprise
UBC Procurement Programs is proud to form a partnership with MSS Ltd, an Indigenous-owned social benefit procurement enterprise. Learn more.
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Read more: Support available following Lapu-Lapu Day Festival tragedy
Support available following Lapu-Lapu Day Festival tragedy
On April 26, a senseless attack at the Lapu-Lapu Day festival in Vancouver left many in our city and across the country heartbroken. As part of UBC’s broader community response, the university is offering additional mental health and counselling supports.…
People of the VPFO
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Read more: Rae Ann Aldridge appointed as Executive Director, Safety & Risk Services
Rae Ann Aldridge appointed as Executive Director, Safety & Risk Services
In her new role, Rae Ann will be charged with working across campus to enhance UBC’s safety and security. She will be responsible for leading Safety & Risk Services, a new department which is the result of a merger between…
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Read more: Living and Breathing Service: Recognizing the People of the VPFO
Living and Breathing Service: Recognizing the People of the VPFO
VPFO strategic plan asks us to inspire great people. There’s nothing more inspiring than our Presidential Award-winning co-workers and how their dedication and service makes a daily difference at UBC.
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Read more: Dawn Jia Announced as President and CEO of UBC IMANT
Dawn Jia Announced as President and CEO of UBC IMANT
In her role, Dawn will be responsible for the overall investment management of UBC IMANT’s portfolios, including the selection and oversight of institutional investment fund managers, and ensuring that UBC IMANT’s strategic and operating objectives are achieved.