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.

Learn about the VPFO Strategic Plan

News from the VPFO

  • Update on UBC and UBCIM Responsible Investing Commitments 

    UBC remains on track to meet the goals set out in its 2020 Responsible Investing Strategy and is committed to advancing responsible investing practices. The University continues to integrate environmental, social, and governance factors into our investment approach.

    Read more: Update on UBC and UBCIM Responsible Investing Commitments 

  • Update on UBC and UBCIM Responsible Investing Commitments 

    UBC remains on track to meet the goals set out in its 2020 Responsible Investing Strategy and is committed to advancing responsible investing practices. The University continues to integrate environmental, social, and governance factors into our investment approach.

    Read more: Update on UBC and UBCIM Responsible Investing Commitments 

  • Kindness comes full circle: Our 9th annual Pink Shirt Day celebration 

    The VPFO Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) Committee presents our 9th annual Pink Shirt Day on Wednesday, February 25, 2026. Come together with your VPFO colleagues to celebrate kindness, inclusion, and collective strength—either virtually via livestream or in person at…

    Read more: Kindness comes full circle: Our 9th annual Pink Shirt Day celebration 

  • Using UBC’s purchasing power for good

    UBC’s inclusive procurement resources are designed to help faculty and staff make purchasing decisions that reflect our institutional values while meeting academic, operational, and budget needs. Read more on the Finance Portal [CWL required].

    Read more: Using UBC’s purchasing power for good

  • 2026 Styrofoam Pick-up Calendar now available

    The 2026 Styrofoam Pick-up Calendar is now available. Municipal Services provides Styrofoam collection on every other Wednesday at select locations on campus where generation of Styrofoam waste is significant.

    Read more: 2026 Styrofoam Pick-up Calendar now available

People of the VPFO