human resources News Archive
Provost and Vice-President (Academic)
Navigating retirement: UM’s holistic supports for staff and faculty
November 28, 2024 —
Retirement, while exciting, can bring a mix of emotions. In recognition of the complexities of this life transition, the Office of the Vice-Provost (Academic Affairs), through UM Family Resources, and the help of the Pension Office and Human Resources, has developed a number of resources to support staff and faculty as they navigate the non-financial aspects of retirement.
Provost and Vice-President (Academic)
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.
Retirement planning sessions offered for faculty and staff
September 18, 2024 —
Current faculty and staff who are plan members of the University of Manitoba Pension Plan (1993) (Pension Plan) and are planning to retire in the next five years are invited to register for one of the upcoming retirement planning sessions taking place on November 13 and 15.
Human Resources
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.
Provost and Vice-President (Academic)
Transforming our community through equity education
July 16, 2024 —
A new micro-certificate program is available for UM staff, students and faculty to develop skills in advancing equity and accessibility at UM. The first courses of the micro-certificate in equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility (EDIA), as well as the prerequisite course EDIA 0100: Foundations, will be offered in this Fall Term.
Provost and Vice-President (Academic)
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.
Provost and Vice-President (Academic)
Prioritizing mental health and wellness
April 25, 2024 —
UM is commencing a process to develop a new Mental Health and Well-being strategy for the whole university. This step will build upon previous mental health and wellness initiatives to design a robust and comprehensive strategy that reflects present-day opportunities and challenges.
Significant enhancements to employee benefits now available
April 1, 2024 —
As of April 1, 2024, University of Manitoba benefits plan members can enjoy expanded benefits coverage, with significant enhancements for both full-time and part-time employees.
Human Resources
Faculties and units can participate in the 2024 Indigenous Summer Student Internship Program
January 22, 2024 —
Submit funding applications by February 22, 2024
Human Resources
Vacation Purchase Plan (VPP) available for 2024/2025
January 12, 2024 —
Applications due to HR March 1, 2024; program starts April 1, 2024