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: Claiming your basic personal tax elections
Claiming your basic personal tax elections
A guide from UBC Payroll Operations to claiming your basic personal tax elections this year. Tax credit elections affect the amount of tax that you have deducted each pay period. Failure to update the tax credits may result in an…
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Read more: Nationwide menstrual hygiene supplies shortage
Nationwide menstrual hygiene supplies shortage
Due to supply chain issues, we are currently experiencing delays in refilling our menstrual hygiene dispensers in washrooms across the UBC Vancouver campus. UBC Facilities is working with our suppliers and distribution centres, however, we do not have a confirmed…
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Read more: Safety Awareness Week is January 9–13, 2023
Safety Awareness Week is January 9–13, 2023
Stop by UBC Campus Security’s booths to learn how you can help keep yourself and the UBC community safe and secure.
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Read more: 2022 Facilities Staff Excellence Award winners
2022 Facilities Staff Excellence Award winners
The UBC Facilities Staff Excellence Award Program provides recognition and rewards to staff who have demonstrated excellence consistently in the performance of their work and service to the university. This year, Facilities received over 60 nominations. Congratulations to our 2022…
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Read more: Happy holidays from John
Happy holidays from John
It’s been another unique year at UBC as we have transitioned back to more normal operations after the pandemic, yet have undergone some significant changes. I’m proud of everyone’s efforts to build a cohesive Facilities team within the VP Finance…
People of the VPFO
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Read more: Mandy Li to step into the role of Interim Manager of Financial Analysis within the Financial Reporting team
Mandy Li to step into the role of Interim Manager of Financial Analysis within the Financial Reporting team
We are excited to announce that Mandy Li (Senior Financial Analyst) will be stepping into the role of Interim Manager of Financial Analysis within the Financial Reporting Team.
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Read more: Jeev Saini appointed as new Head of Mechanical Operations in Building Operations
Jeev Saini appointed as new Head of Mechanical Operations in Building Operations
Jeev Saini has been appointed as the new Head of Mechanical Operations in Building Operations, effective February 3. We are excited to see Jeev step into this key role and provide continued dedicated support to our Mechanical Operations team.
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Read more: Michelle Yuen joins the Project Accounting team within Comptroller as a Financial Analyst
Michelle Yuen joins the Project Accounting team within Comptroller as a Financial Analyst
Michelle Yuen has joined the Project Accounting team within Comptroller as a Financial Analyst on January 27. She comes to us with a wealth of experience in regulatory reporting and analysis, most recently having worked with the Royal Bank of…
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Read more: Charles Creelman is promoted to Electrical Technical Specialist in Facilities’ Building Operations
Charles Creelman is promoted to Electrical Technical Specialist in Facilities’ Building Operations
Charles Creelman has been promoted to Electrical Technical Specialist (ETS) in Facilities’ Building Operations and will be starting in his new role on Monday, January 27. Join us in congratulating Charles on his well-deserved promotion!
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Read more: Leena Mahasen joins VPFO as Executive Director, Transformation and Strategy
Leena Mahasen joins VPFO as Executive Director, Transformation and Strategy
Leena Mahasen will be joining as an Executive Director, Transformation and Strategy in the VP Finance & Operations on Monday, February 10. Reporting to the VP Finance & Operations, Leena’s expertise and leadership will play a key role in driving…