human resources News Archive

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

Human Resources
Take Our Kids to Work Day is back for 2023
October 10, 2023 —
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.

Retirement planning sessions offered for faculty and staff
September 7, 2023 —
Current faculty and staff who are members of the University of Manitoba Pension Plan, and are planning to retire in the next five years, are invited to register for one of three upcoming retirement planning sessions.

Celebrating 25 remarkable years of helping our community flourish
July 25, 2023 —
UM Long Service Awards recognize the value of dedicated people

Students
Faculty of Social Work advisor receives 2023 Advising Excellence Award
June 28, 2023 —
Congratulations to Julia Florek Turcan, Academic Advisor/Cohort Advisor in the Faculty of Social Work, who has been awarded the 2023 Advising Excellence Award.

UM flexible work program continues
May 17, 2023 —
Program materials, application form available on UM Intranet site