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: Updated Electronic Fund Transfer (EFT) Request Form for Canadian Suppliers
Updated Electronic Fund Transfer (EFT) Request Form for Canadian Suppliers
When we are paying suppliers on a regular basis, EFT is the preferred mode of payment for both the supplier and the university. The updated Electronic Fund Transfer (EFT) request form for Canadian suppliers is now available.
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Read more: Metro Vancouver’s Watering Restrictions come into effect on May 1, 2022
Metro Vancouver’s Watering Restrictions come into effect on May 1, 2022
Stage one of Metro Vancouver’s Lawn Watering Regulations will be in effect from May 1, 2022 to October 15, 2022, as outlined in Metro Vancouver’s Drinking Water Conservation Plan. This year, both residential and non-residential watering is only allowed once a…
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Read more: UBC Road Closure on May 1 due to the BMO Vancouver Marathon
UBC Road Closure on May 1 due to the BMO Vancouver Marathon
The BMO Vancouver Marathon is coming through UBC – road closures will occur on Sunday, May 1st from 8:00am – 12:00pm.
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Read more: Clayton Mullen joins Facilities as Senior Manager of Thermal Utilities in Energy & Water Services
Clayton Mullen joins Facilities as Senior Manager of Thermal Utilities in Energy & Water Services
As Senior Manager of Thermal Utilities, Clayton will bring thermal utility managerial and operational experience. He will be leading the Thermal Utilities team to improve practices and processes.
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Read more: UBC Flags lowered for National Day of Mourning
UBC Flags lowered for National Day of Mourning
Flags on both UBC campuses are to be lowered in recognition of the National Day of Mourning, to remember lives lost in the workplace and resolve to prevent future tragedies.
People of the VPFO
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Read more: Lori Takenaka promoted to Safety Advisor, Facilities in Safety & Risk Services
Lori Takenaka promoted to Safety Advisor, Facilities in Safety & Risk Services
In her new role as Safety Advisor, Facilities, Lori will lead a team of health and safety specialists and will continue to support UBC Facilities in the development and implementation of their health and safety programs.
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Read more: Teela Narsih promoted to Advisor, Safety Program Management & Systems in Safety & Risk Services
Teela Narsih promoted to Advisor, Safety Program Management & Systems in Safety & Risk Services
Teela began her career at UBC in 2015 where she has been an Occupational and Research Safety Associate with a focus on the development and implementation of the university’s safety program. Over the last 6 years, she has been instrumental…
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Read more: David Rowswell joins Facilities Information and Inventory Systems as Programmer Analyst in Infrastructure Development
David Rowswell joins Facilities Information and Inventory Systems as Programmer Analyst in Infrastructure Development
David has worked in multiple roles at UBC. He is joining us on secondment from ITSC (Service Center) where he worked as part of our IT support team. After graduating from UBC with a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science in…
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Read more: Florante Navarro promoted to Sub-Head, Stores in Municipals Services
Florante Navarro promoted to Sub-Head, Stores in Municipals Services
Florante brings a wealth of knowledge and experience that will help him transition into his new role as a Sub-Head and contribute to the team in a leadership capacity. He has worked with the Stores team for the past 3…
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Read more: Winston Feliciano promoted to Mechanic Apprentice in Building Operations
Winston Feliciano promoted to Mechanic Apprentice in Building Operations
Winston brings over 10 years of supply chain experience and has completed the Building Operations Expression of Interest Program, as well as participated as an employee representative on Municipal Joint Occupational Safety Committee.