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

  • Communications toolkit for Emergency Preparedness Week

    Emergency Preparedness Week is May 1-7, 2022. We all have a role to play in an emergency, and we want you to Get Informed, Get Prepared, and Take Action so you, your loved ones, and your community are better prepared…

    Read more: Communications toolkit for Emergency Preparedness Week
  • The power of a strong key messaging framework

    At the heart of clear, compelling communication are well-chosen key messages. These messages are essential to communicating who you are, what you do and the value you offer your audience. They help you articulate what your organization stands for and…

    Read more: The power of a strong key messaging framework
  • New Campaign: prepare your team for UBC’s updated Business Expense Rules for faculty and staff

    UBC’s Business Expense Rules form the framework for incurring and reimbursing expenses and help ensure we all use public funds reasonably, appropriately, and efficiently. The updated rules will come into effect on April 1, 2022 and will be available on…

    Read more: New Campaign: prepare your team for UBC’s updated Business Expense Rules for faculty and staff