VPFO News

Mar 18, 2025
Supporting Canadian suppliers and navigating U.S. tariffs
With the recent developments regarding Canada’s response to U.S. tariffs, many questions have been raised regarding purchases at UBC. Visit UBC’s Finance portal for more information regarding supporting Canadian suppliers and navigating U.S. tariffs (CWL Required).

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Mar 14, 2025
Building the Future of Finance at UBC
Finance Transformation brings new tools, new roles, and a stronger, more connected Finance Community.

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Mar 10, 2025
Re-installation of the “Symbols for Education” mural now complete outside Brock Commons South
With Brock Commons South now complete, the Symbols for Education mural is successfully reinstalled. This effort was led by Pam Troyer, Project Manager, and Victor Wong, Project Coordinator, from Facilities.

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Mar 07, 2025
A new Utility Portal is coming your way! 
The new UBC Utility Portal will be launching in Summer 2025. This portal will improve utility customers' ability to manage their utility accounts and let them receive invoices online and go paperless!

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Changes to credit card issuance
As part of closing the front counter reception on the fifth floor of Technology Enterprise Facility 3 (TEF 3), new UBC Visa cards and card renewals will be mailed out. Card pickup will no longer be an option. For ongoing card applications where the pickup option was selected, the credit card team will contact you to make arrangements.

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