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

  • Potential project delays dues to staffing shortage

    Our Facilities teams, consultants, and contractors are experiencing labour shortages, and doing the best we can to maintain service and ensure all our projects and construction sites continue to be monitored. Some of our projects, however, may be impacted and face…

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  • A year in review: A look at Custodial Services

    Since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, Custodial Services has been playing an important role in keeping spaces in the UBC Vancouver campus clean and safe. As we start the new year, we’d like to share an overview and some…

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  • T4/T4A Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) Available for Faculty and Staff

    A FAQ has been created to answer any questions the community may have about T4/T4A tax slips. The FAQ also includes information on understanding and locating your tax slips.  

    Read more: T4/T4A Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) Available for Faculty and Staff
  • New Payroll FAQ Available for Faculty and Staff

    Payroll Operations recently created a FAQ to answer the community’s most common questions, ranging from when you get paid and how to understand your pay statement, to why your net pay might be lower at the beginning of the year.

    Read more: New Payroll FAQ Available for Faculty and Staff
  • MOA: Great Hall Renewal project is proceeding

    The Museum of Anthropology (MOA): Great Hall Renewal project is proceeding, and the dismantling of the outer walls of MOA’s Great Hall is starting this week. This work will continue into the Spring 2022, with construction of the new structure…

    Read more: MOA: Great Hall Renewal project is proceeding

People of the VPFO

  • Living and Breathing Service: Recognizing the People of the VPFO

    VPFO strategic plan asks us to inspire great people. There’s nothing more inspiring than our Presidential Award-winning co-workers and how their dedication and service makes a daily difference at UBC.

    Read more: Living and Breathing Service: Recognizing the People of the VPFO
  • Dawn Jia Announced as President and CEO of UBC IMANT

    In her role, Dawn will be responsible for the overall investment management of UBC IMANT’s portfolios, including the selection and oversight of institutional investment fund managers, and ensuring that UBC IMANT’s strategic and operating objectives are achieved.

    Read more: Dawn Jia Announced as President and CEO of UBC IMANT