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: See something? Do something.
See something? Do something.
As part of International Fraud Awareness Week, from November 16 to 22, UBC is raising awareness about the importance of financial fraud prevention.
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Read more: 2025 Statement of Financial Information (SOFI) now available
2025 Statement of Financial Information (SOFI) now available
The Annual Statement of Financial Information (SOFI) for year ended March 31, 2025, is now available on the UBC Finance website.
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Read more: UBC Accessible Building Guidelines: Building an inclusive campus
UBC Accessible Building Guidelines: Building an inclusive campus
UBC is in the process of creating the UBC Accessible Building Guidelines (ABGs). The guidelines are intended to position UBC as a leading institution and be a go-to source for best-practice accessibility features.
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Read more: Routine Capital Program: Managing deferred maintenance and infrastructure renewal
Routine Capital Program: Managing deferred maintenance and infrastructure renewal
UBC Facilities’ Capital Planning & Development oversees UBC’s Routine Capital Program. The program focuses on projects that address deferred maintenance needs in existing Core Academic Facilities and related supporting infrastructure.
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Read more: Strengthening communications resilience with the PACE framework
Strengthening communications resilience with the PACE framework
Maintaining reliable communication during a crisis can be the difference between confusion and a well-coordinated response. Use the PACE framework to create an emergency communications plan with multiple layers of backup systems.
People of the VPFO
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Read more: Lindsay Wyant promoted to Director, Financial Reporting
Lindsay Wyant promoted to Director, Financial Reporting
We are pleased to announce that Lindsay Wyant has officially been selected as Director, Financial Reporting. Please join us in congratulating Lindsay on her well-deserved promotion! Read more in the Finance Portal [CWL required].
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Read more: Michael LaPierre joins the Comptroller division as Senior Director of Budget and Financial Planning & Analysis
Michael LaPierre joins the Comptroller division as Senior Director of Budget and Financial Planning & Analysis
Michael brings over 20 years of experience in driving financial excellence and leading strategic business transformation. Read more in the Finance Portal [CWL required].
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Read more: Entela Ifti promoted to new role as Associate Director, Finance Strategy & Decision Support
Entela Ifti promoted to new role as Associate Director, Finance Strategy & Decision Support
Entela Ifti promoted to new role as Associate Director, Finance Strategy & Decision Support. Please join us in congratulating Entela. Read more in the Finance Portal [CWL required].
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Read more: Welcome to the new members of our Transformation & Strategy Team
Welcome to the new members of our Transformation & Strategy Team
The VPFO’s Transformation & Strategy division is growing this summer with the addition of three new team members.
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Read more: Cathy Myles steps into role as Director, Insurance and Loss Prevention in Safety & Risk Services
Cathy Myles steps into role as Director, Insurance and Loss Prevention in Safety & Risk Services
We are thrilled to announce that Cathy Myles has accepted the position of Director, Insurance and Loss Prevention (I&LP) within the Safety & Risk Services team and will be starting position on August 11.