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Tuesday, December 12, 2023

The VPFO’s portfolio finance team is evolving to help us perform and grow

When we talk about finance at UBC, we often think about the VP Finance & Operations (VPFO) leading the university’s $3.65 billion consolidated budget process.…
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Tuesday, December 12, 2023

Thanks to each of you for your inspired efforts

As many of us are beginning our transition into the holidays, I’d like to say a humble thank you to each of you for your…
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Monday, December 11, 2023

VPFO MONDAY UPDATE – December 11, 2023

The VPFO Update is a weekly snapshot that captures important university updates, work across VPFO departments, and relevant resources. Sent on December 11, 2023.
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Monday, December 11, 2023

The VP Finance & Operations is expanding with the addition of UBC’s Enterprise Risk & Assurance

Effective January 15, 2024, the VP Finance & Operations (VPFO) will be welcoming UBC’s Enterprise Risk & Assurance (ERA) team to the portfolio. This strategic…
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Thursday, December 7, 2023

Gilberto Andrade is promoted to Building Asset Specialist within Facilities’ Building Operations

Gilberto Andrade is promoted to Building Asset Specialist and will be joining Building Operations within Facilities starting January 29, 2024. His expertise and data-driven decision-making…
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Wednesday, December 6, 2023

Construction begins on the Laboratory of Archeology – Iona Building

Construction has begun on the new Community Research Centre in the Laboratory of Archeology at the Iona Building. This project aims to create a new…
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Monday, December 4, 2023

VPFO MONDAY UPDATE – December 4, 2023

The VPFO Update is a weekly snapshot that captures important university updates, work across VPFO departments, and relevant resources. Sent on December 4, 2023.
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Friday, December 1, 2023

UBC launches Zero Waste Market to promote sustainability

UBC's Furniture Reuse program featured in the Ubyssey. The initiative, lead by the UBC facilities department, aims to reduce waste on campus by promoting the…
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Friday, December 1, 2023

Here Is Why Your Net Pay May Be Lower in January

Find out why your net pay may be lower in January, how it affects your personal credit return, and how to get support on updating…
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Thursday, November 30, 2023

Delay in ordering UBC Visa cards

Due to office closure over the holiday season, UBC's Credit Card team will hold off on ordering new UBC Visa cards starting from Wednesday, December…
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