Welcome to the VP Finance & Operations portfolio
We are responsible for the stewardship of UBC’s physical and financial assets, as well as safety, risk management, and assurance across our university community.
The Vice-President Finance & Operations (VPFO) portfolio provides strategic stewardship of UBC’s physical and financial assets, and leads safety, risk management, and assurance across the university. Guided by the values of innovation, unity, and accountability in the VPFO Strategic Plan and in alignment with the UBC Strategic Plan, the portfolio oversees a budget of over $4 billion, and all facilities across UBC Vancouver and Okanagan campuses. The portfolio also manages key relationships with UBC Investment Management and UBC Properties Trust and is responsible for strategic development and management of UBC’s real estate assets to support the long-term benefit of the university community.
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’s Furniture Reuse Program wins Sustainability Award
UBC’s Furniture Reuse Program wins Sustainability Award
UBC’s Furniture Reuse Program received the 2026 Recycling Council of BC’s Circular Economy Award in Upstream Innovation for its outstanding accomplishments in waste reduction.
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Read more: Helpful AI resources for the UBC community
Helpful AI resources for the UBC community
Discover AI tools, training opportunities, privacy guidance, and support resources available to the UBC community.
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Read more: Metro Vancouver returns to Stage 2 water restrictions on July 16
Metro Vancouver returns to Stage 2 water restrictions on July 16
Stage 2 of Metro Vancouver’s Watering Regulations returns on July 16, 2026. Under these restrictions, some operational impacts will be noticed across the campus.
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Read more: UBC Five-Year Capital Plan approved by Board of Governors
UBC Five-Year Capital Plan approved by Board of Governors
The UBC capital priorities page has been updated to reflect UBC’s Five-Year Capital Plan 2027–2028 to 2031–2032, approved by the Board of Governors in June 2026. The page highlights UBC’s capital priorities and planned investments that support academic excellence, student…
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Read more: Metro Vancouver water remains safe to drink as flow direction resets early July
Metro Vancouver water remains safe to drink as flow direction resets early July
As part of the Stanley Park Water Supply Tunnel Project, adjustments are being made to the water flow and some residents in Vancouver (including UBC) may notice cloudiness or slight discolouration in their water for a few days in early…
People of the VPFO
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Read more: Tania Shepelska joins the Integrated Service Centre as Cross Functional Product Sustainment and Support Manager
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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Read more: Ashley Andrews joins Capital Financial Reporting as Senior Financial Analyst
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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Read more: Get to know the senior leadership team: Elana Mignosa
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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Read more: Welcome Tilan Kiriwaththuduwa, Finance Director, Capital Financial Management and Reporting (CFMR)
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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Read more: Get to know the senior leadership team: Allen Amyotte
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…