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: 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.…
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Read more: Access card only for 5th floor of Technology Enterprise Facility 3 (TEF 3)
Access card only for 5th floor of Technology Enterprise Facility 3 (TEF 3)
Effective May 1, the fifth floor of Technology Enterprise Facility 3 (TEF 3) will be restricted to card access only. Elevators to the fifth floor will be locked and restricted from public access. Learn more.
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Read more: Emergency Preparedness Week is May 4–10, 2025
Emergency Preparedness Week is May 4–10, 2025
Join us during Emergency Preparedness Week (EP Week) to increase our community’s resilience by learning about emergency preparedness. Start by getting informed on the risks in your community, make a plan, and then build a kit.
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Read more: Staples orders placed through Workday and Eway.ca
Staples orders placed through Workday and Eway.ca
Staples Professional Inc. and Staples Canada ULC recently completed a legal amalgamation on March 9, 2025. UBC will be moving to a new supplier configuration on Workday under the name Staples Canada ULC from April 30 at 4:01 pm to…
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Read more: Ant season is here: Help keep pests away
Ant season is here: Help keep pests away
Ants are one of the most common structural pests, capable of quickly turning from a minor nuisance into a persistent problem. If you notice any ants at your work space or building, submit a pest control service request in Planon!
People of the VPFO
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Read more: Gardenia Honorio joins Facilities as Manager, Business and Support Services
Gardenia Honorio joins Facilities as Manager, Business and Support Services
Gardenia will take on this temporary 18 month position while Joey-Lee Rebelo fills in for Deb Capps’ maternity leave. She brings a wealth of career experience between her previous positions in both Brazil and Canada, including nearly a year spent…
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Read more: Django Lehner is promoted to People & Process Manager in Building Operations
Django Lehner is promoted to People & Process Manager in Building Operations
During his time at UBC, Django has shown extensive knowledge of complex mechanical systems and mechanical trade operations. He has garnered the respect of his peers and co-workers across the department with his strong communication skills and demeanor.
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Read more: Anthony Boyce promoted to Head Metal Worker in Building Operations
Anthony Boyce promoted to Head Metal Worker in Building Operations
Tony joined UBC in 2017, and progressed his way through the Metal Shop in Trades within Building Operations, and most recently as the Sub-Head for the past 18 months. He has over 35 years experience in the sheet metal industry…
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Read more: Bert Tempel joins Infrastructure Development as Project Coordinator
Bert Tempel joins Infrastructure Development as Project Coordinator
Bert joined UBC in 2001 with a sheet metal trades certification. He has spent 20 years in Building Operations’ Sheet Metal Shop where he developed extensive experience and knowledge in the construction of mechanical systems, building maintenance, HVAC systems renewal,…
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Read more: Carolyn Rhee-Thompson joins UBC as Finance Director, VPFO/VPHR
Carolyn Rhee-Thompson joins UBC as Finance Director, VPFO/VPHR
Carolyn is a CPA with over 10 years of financial leadership experience supporting a broad group of internal clients. As Finance Director, VPFO/VPHR, Carolyn will bring financial leadership and strategic expertise to the portfolio.