Welcome to VPFO Communications & Engagement

Everyone in the VP Finance & Operations (VPFO) has a part in telling the story of how finance, facilities, safety, risk management, and assurance enable UBC’s teaching, learning and research. 

VPFO Communications provides internally focused communication strategies that support alignment, engagement, and effective information flow across the VP Finance & Operations (VPFO) portfolio and to the campus community. Learn more about how to work with us and what we do below.

Working with us

Partner with us to share key information within the VPFO and across the UBC community.

VPFO visual identity

The VPFO visual identity acts as both a visual language and a unifying system.

Assets and templates

Download templates aligned with the UBC Brand and VPFO visual identity.

Campaigns

Help share VPFO initiatives and resources across your communications channels.

VPFO Channels

We have several different channels in our portfolio to connect information with the right audiences.

VPFO News

Find important announcements, news and alerts related to VPFO’s communications and engagement.

VPFO Communications News

  • New Campaign: Classroom Usage Guidelines

    Help raise awareness about proper usage of classrooms outside of class hours. UBC is experiencing challenges with trash and disorganization in classrooms, particularly in mixed-use buildings that include both classrooms and residences. Share this campaign!

    Read more: New Campaign: Classroom Usage Guidelines
  • Join us at the Clog Monster event!

    Every time you flush paper towels, the dreaded Clog Monster grows, creating and increasingly large clog in the building’s pipe system. Join us on September 23, 2026 for the campaign event.

    Read more: Join us at the Clog Monster event!
  • Stay safe in the heat

    Your body undergoes stress when there is a change in the environmental temperature. In very hot conditions, your body may struggle to regulate its internal temperature, resulting in thermal stress. Please help us share this campaign to raise awareness about heat stress.

    Read more: Stay safe in the heat