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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Temporary relocation of the three flagpoles to Irving K. Barber Learning Centre
Due to the construction of the Recreation Centre and the upgrades to Student Union Boulevard, the three flagpoles will be temporarily installed at the East Mall Entrance and Plaza at the Irving K. Barber Learning Centre by August 15, 2022.
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VPFO teams coming together to support the UBC community under heat warning
Last week a heat warning was issued for Metro Vancouver and the cooling systems in several buildings on the UBC Vancouver Point Grey campus simply could not handle these extreme conditions. Huge kudos to our VPFO teams’ teamwork and dedication…
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Fly-through video of UBC’s New Recreation Centre
The new facility will provide much needed recreation space including a state of the art fitness centre, three gymnasiums, an indoor track, and many other amenities. Watch this fly-through video of the New Recreation Centre on UBC Recreation’s YouTube channel.
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July update on upcoming road closures on UBC Vancouver campus
An update on the construction work happening on the UBC Vancouver campus in the next few weeks.
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UBC’s Financial Results for 2021/2022
Our audited financial statements for fiscal year 2021/2022 have been approved by UBC’s Board of Governors and are now available to review on the UBC Finance website.
People of the VPFO
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Tania Shepelska joins the Integrated Service Centre as Cross Functional Product Sustainment and Support Manager
Welcome Tania Shepelska, New Cross Functional Product Sustainment and Support Manager. Tania joins the Integrated Service Centre (ISC) after her five-year experience with IRP Student where she started as Subject Matter Expert in Records & Advising and then served as…
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Ashley Andrews joins Capital Financial Reporting as Senior Financial Analyst
We are pleased to welcome Ashley Andrews to Senior Financial Analyst, Capital Financial Reporting. Ashley brings extensive experience in Capital Reporting and Financial Analysis through the preparation of financial regulatory documents, development of complex financial models, and conducting in-depth financial…
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Get to know the senior leadership team: Elana Mignosa
Fostering a culture of purpose driven leadership, get to know Elana Mignosa, Associate Vice-President, Finance & Integrated Services, and her leadership vision: “I am centered around a clear vision: to make a positive, lasting impact on our students and the…
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Welcome Tilan Kiriwaththuduwa, Finance Director, Capital Financial Management and Reporting (CFMR)
Tilan brings a wealth of experience as a highly effective finance professional, with over 13 years of progressive expertise in financial management, budgeting, analysis, and reporting. Notably, he has a proven track record of developing and executing major long-term capital…
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Get to know the senior leadership team: Allen Amyotte
Fostering a culture of purpose driven leadership, get to know Allen Amyotte, Interim Chief Assurance & Risk Officer, and his leadership vision: “I am committed to empowering people to cultivate collaboration and embrace agile process methodologies to enact positive change…our…