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: UBC Board of Governors approves balanced operating budget for 2025/26
UBC Board of Governors approves balanced operating budget for 2025/26
UBC is projecting a balanced financial position as part of its 2025/26 budget, approved by the university’s Board of Governors this week.
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Read more: Considering buying Canadian?
Considering buying Canadian?
With the recent developments regarding Canada’s response to U.S. tariffs, many questions have been raised regarding purchases at UBC. Visit UBC’s Finance portal for more information regarding supporting Canadian suppliers and navigating U.S. tariffs (CWL Required).
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Read more: Building the Future of Finance at UBC
Building the Future of Finance at UBC
Finance Transformation brings new tools, new roles, and a stronger, more connected Finance Community.
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Read more: Re-installation of the “Symbols for Education” mural now complete outside Brock Commons South
Re-installation of the “Symbols for Education” mural now complete outside Brock Commons South
With Brock Commons South now complete, the Symbols for Education mural is successfully reinstalled. This effort was led by Pam Troyer, Project Manager, and Victor Wong, Project Coordinator, from Facilities.
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Read more: A new Utility Portal is coming your way!
A new Utility Portal is coming your way!
The new UBC Utility Portal will be launching in Summer 2025. This portal will improve utility customers’ ability to manage their utility accounts and let them receive invoices online and go paperless!
People of the VPFO
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Read more: Get to know: Jeetender Amritsar, Facilities Manager with Building Operations
Get to know: Jeetender Amritsar, Facilities Manager with Building Operations
Jeetender leads daily operations of buildings and is the primary contact for building maintenance services (for the Teal Zone), which include cleaning, preventative maintenance, repair and minor renovations on the UBC Vancouver campus.
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Read more: Geetha Donepudi joins Building Operations as Business Analyst on the EMMS Sustainment Team
Geetha Donepudi joins Building Operations as Business Analyst on the EMMS Sustainment Team
Geetha joins the EMMS Sustainment Team from UBC IT, where she worked on the Application Ecosystem Program (AEP) as a Business Analyst. The addition of Geetha joining the EMMS Sustainment Team rounds up an already strong and experienced group to…
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Read more: Winston Feliciano promoted to Sub-Head Stores Operator in Building Operations
Winston Feliciano promoted to Sub-Head Stores Operator in Building Operations
Winston Feliciano is the successful applicant for the new Sub-Head position in Municipal Services’ Stores. Many of you will know Winston as he has worked with the Stores team for 4 years as a Stores Operator at the front counter.
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Read more: Steven Bao Joins UBC as Finance Director, Special Projects
Steven Bao Joins UBC as Finance Director, Special Projects
Starting January 11th Steven will be working with the Karamjeet Heer in the Comptroller’s portfolio, with a focus on financial reporting matters.
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Read more: Stanley Lau joins UBC as Manager, Payroll Operations and Control
Stanley Lau joins UBC as Manager, Payroll Operations and Control
Starting January 11, Stanley will be responsible for the day-to-day operations of the payroll and benefits team, and lead the area in providing exceptional payroll services to the campus community.