Human Resources News Archive
Human Resources News
Registration is open for Take Our Kids to Work Day
October 1, 2024 —
Take Our Kids to Work Day is an event for participating Grade 9 students to learn about the diverse roles and jobs in the current labour market.
October 1, 2024 —
Take Our Kids to Work Day is an event for participating Grade 9 students to learn about the diverse roles and jobs in the current labour market.
Provost and Vice-President (Academic) News
Help shape UM’s Mental Health and Well-Being Strategy
September 20, 2024 —
This spring, UM established a Task Force on Mental Health and Well-Being to examine the current mental health supports available on our campuses and consider how we can strengthen these resources for our community’s holistic health. As part of the next phase of this work, students, staff, and faculty members are invited to share their thoughts and experiences to help shape a new comprehensive Mental Health and Well-Being Strategy.
September 20, 2024 —
This spring, UM established a Task Force on Mental Health and Well-Being to examine the current mental health supports available on our campuses and consider how we can strengthen these resources for our community’s holistic health. As part of the next phase of this work, students, staff, and faculty members are invited to share their thoughts and experiences to help shape a new comprehensive Mental Health and Well-Being Strategy.
Human Resources News
LOD fall workshop registration is open
August 26, 2024 —
Learning and Organizational Development provides training and development opportunities for support and administrative staff at the University of Manitoba.
August 26, 2024 —
Learning and Organizational Development provides training and development opportunities for support and administrative staff at the University of Manitoba.
Provost and Vice-President (Academic) News
Strategic Initiatives Support Fund projects generate momentum for UM’s strategic mission
July 11, 2024 —
The Office of the Provost and Vice-President (Academic) is pleased to announce 35 projects awarded funding, totaling over $2.2 million, through the Strategic Initiatives Support Fund (SISF). As the newly funded projects get underway, many projects from last year’s SISF fund have been completed. Read about three examples of impact from the SISF 2023-2024.
July 11, 2024 —
The Office of the Provost and Vice-President (Academic) is pleased to announce 35 projects awarded funding, totaling over $2.2 million, through the Strategic Initiatives Support Fund (SISF). As the newly funded projects get underway, many projects from last year’s SISF fund have been completed. Read about three examples of impact from the SISF 2023-2024.
Culturally sensitive counselling a cornerstone of new EFAP
May 6, 2024 —
University of Manitoba employees can now benefit from culturally sensitive counselling services through a new Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP) Kii by CloudMD. Kii offers mental health supports for the BIPOC and LGBTQIA2S+ communities, along with Elder and Knowledge Keeper supports for Indigenous employees.
May 6, 2024 —
University of Manitoba employees can now benefit from culturally sensitive counselling services through a new Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP) Kii by CloudMD. Kii offers mental health supports for the BIPOC and LGBTQIA2S+ communities, along with Elder and Knowledge Keeper supports for Indigenous employees.
Navigating Final Grade Submission: Guidelines and Deadlines
April 22, 2024 —
Ensure grade accuracy & compliance. Deadlines matter: May 3, 4:00 pm. Navigate departmental approvals, late submissions, and final grade submission.
April 22, 2024 —
Ensure grade accuracy & compliance. Deadlines matter: May 3, 4:00 pm. Navigate departmental approvals, late submissions, and final grade submission.
New EFAP offers diverse mental health resources for UM employees
April 16, 2024 —
Starting May 1, the University of Manitoba is switching from Telus Health to Kii by CloudMD for their Employee and Family Assistance Program. EFAP is a program available to all UM employees and provides free access to mental health and wellness services.
April 16, 2024 —
Starting May 1, the University of Manitoba is switching from Telus Health to Kii by CloudMD for their Employee and Family Assistance Program. EFAP is a program available to all UM employees and provides free access to mental health and wellness services.
Human Resources News
Faculties and units can participate in the 2024 Indigenous Summer Student Internship Program
January 22, 2024 —
Submit funding applications by February 22, 2024
January 22, 2024 —
Submit funding applications by February 22, 2024
Human Resources News
Vacation Purchase Plan (VPP) available for 2024/2025
January 12, 2024 —
Applications due to HR March 1, 2024; program starts April 1, 2024
January 12, 2024 —
Applications due to HR March 1, 2024; program starts April 1, 2024
Upcoming payroll changes for 2024
December 18, 2023 —
Several minor changes are coming to payroll in the New Year, including a CPP/EI rate change and new TD1 forms.
December 18, 2023 —
Several minor changes are coming to payroll in the New Year, including a CPP/EI rate change and new TD1 forms.