Things to Know News Archive
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.
What is ‘Duty to notify’ or an active offer?
April 9, 2024 —
Breaking down accessibility requirements, including alternate or accessible formats
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.
Information Services and Technology
VP Evolution Project enables Entra MFA for VIP/ESS access on April 3
April 1, 2024 —
The VIP Evolution project is a multi-year project, with dedicated resources from Information Services and Technology (IST), Human Resources and Payroll, led by a project board of leaders from across the UM community. The project’s focus is leveraging VIP functionality, reducing risk, and improving the user and employee experience.
Students
Apply now for the University of Manitoba Employees Scholarship
March 31, 2024 —
Applications for the University of Manitoba Employees Scholarship, available to the spouse or dependent children of UM employees or retired former employees, are now open. Apply now!
Communications, marketing and advancement support at your fingertips
March 26, 2024 —
Access to External Relations toolkits is available on UM Intranet
Information Services and Technology
Recognizing and combating fraud this tax season
March 25, 2024 —
Tax season is a heady time for fraudsters who hope to take advantage of seasonal anxiety to scam Canadians out of their money. Of course, tax season isn't the only time scammers have their way. Two common types of fraud that often threaten organizations are phishing and business email compromise (BEC) scams. These frauds are meticulously designed to appear credible, often leaving individuals and businesses vulnerable to significant losses.
Sustainability
UM Sustainability Awards: Nominate someone today!
March 20, 2024 —
Do you have a co-worker, faculty member or student who shows leadership, creativity and dedication to sustainability on campus? If so, nominate them for a 2024 UM Sustainability Award.
Provost and Vice-President (Academic)
Accessibility in UM’s digital spaces
March 12, 2024 —
The University of Manitoba is the university for Manitobans. And in Manitoba, 29.2% of people over the age of 15 have at least one disability, according to Statistics Canada. That’s why UM is committed to accessibility not only in its physical spaces, but also in its digital spaces.
Students
Graduate Thesis Writing Bootcamp
March 8, 2024 —
The Academic Learning Centre, in partnership with the Faculty of Graduate Studies, is hosting an intensive 3-day writing retreat designed to help graduate students progress in writing their theses/dissertations.