Employee Resources
CAAT Group Benefits ProgramCAAT Group Benefits Program
Through CAAT Group Benefits, eligible Humber employees have access to financial coverage to support their mental and physical health.
FHSW Teaching and Learning HubFHSW Teaching and Learning Hub
The Faculty of Health Sciences and Wellness (FHSW) Teaching and Learning Hub (A107) offers several choices to faculty and staff to support healthy living at Humber. All treatments are provided under the guidance and supervision of qualified faculty and staff. The Teaching and Learning Humber includes the following services:
Offers wellness workshops, wellness coaching and the Healthy Breaks initiative to improve mental health, increase productivity and creativity, lessen body aches and pains, and increase engagement.
Offers goal setting assistance, fitness assessments, personal training, and fun ways to get the community moving on and off campus.
Offers nutritional assessments, goal setting sessions and support for healthy food choices and lifestyle decisions.
Humber‘s Massage Therapy Teaching & Learning Clinic
Students in Humber’s 3-year advanced diploma Massage Therapy program offer treatments as part of their on-campus internship under the guidance and supervision of Registered Massage Therapists.
Humber ArboretumHumber Arboretum
Humber Arboretum is a thriving natural ecosystem and outdoor learning space that advances the highest potential and well-being of the community through strengthening our relationships with nature and with each other.
Humber Food Learning GardenHumber Food Learning Garden
Humber Food Learning Garden is an outdoor demonstration garden that provides fresh, locally grown ingredients for the Soupbar soups, the College’s student-run restaurant, The Humber Room, and the campus café - Gourmet Express.
Humber GymHumber Gym
Humber’s Fitness Centres are state-of-the-art facilities dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for all students, employees and the community through physical fitness. They offer free fitness classes, discounted training with Certified Personal Trainers, Fitness Assessments, Nutrition Consultations and Incentive Programs.
Personal TrainingPersonal Training
Humber’s Fitness Centres have a dedicated team of certified Fitness and Wellness professionals available to help employees’ reach their fitness, wellness and nutrition goals.
Adaptive Equipment in the Fitness CentreAdaptive Equipment in the Fitness Centre
Adaptive sports equipment for community members with disabilities is available through the Athletics department. Training and support services are offered for those who require instruction on how to use the equipment.
Humber PoolHumber Pool
The Humber Community Pool, located at Humber’s North Campus, offers free pool access for Faculty and Staff during “Humber College Swim” hours.
Occupational Health & Safety Training ProgramsOccupational Health & Safety Training Programs
As part of Humber’s Occupational Health and Safety Program and in compliance with legislated requirements, all Humber employees are required to attend health and safety training to ensure their physical well-being on the job.
The Humber Hearing ClinicThe Humber Hearing Clinic
The Humber Hearing Clinic (H332) offers hearing tests and consultations, hearing aid checks including cleaning, moisture removal and functionality tests including a baseline for anyone in trades or any professional with high noise level exposure.
The Tzu Chi Clinic of Traditional Chinese MedicineThe Tzu Chi Clinic of Traditional Chinese Medicine
The Tzu Chi Clinic of Traditional Chinese Medicine (C105) offers unique healthcare options to the Humber community including gathering a medical history, performing tongue and pulse exam, determining a TCM diagnosis and treatment plan, prescribing herbal formulas and executing acupuncture procedures.
Low Waste Event SpacesLow Waste Event Spaces
Since September 2022, Humber has introduced over 10 campus spaces as Low Waste Event Spaces. When ordering catering through Chartwells in those spaces, china service will be the default at no additional cost. The Low Waste Event Space designation aims to reduce waste output across campuses and align with the federal government’s Single-Use Plastics Prohibition Regulation, keeping unnecessary plastics from going to landfill.
FriendlierFriendlier
In Fall 2022, Humber embarked on a mission to replace disposable containers with reusable ones in our cafeterias and dining locations at the North and Lakeshore Campuses. By adopting the Friendlier reusable container program, Humber has so far prevented 340,000 disposable plastic containers from ending up in landfill.
Centre for Innovation in Health & Wellness (CIHW)Centre for Innovation in Health & Wellness (CIHW)
With a strong focus on healthy living, research and innovation, and community connections, Humber’s Centre for Innovation in Health & Wellness (CIHW) is a powerful advocate for change, helping to create solutions that support a healthier tomorrow for everyone, no matter where they live, what they have, or who they are. CIHW runs the following programs: Healthy Breaks @ Humber, Mindfulness @ Humber, and Wellness Coaching @ Humber.
CIHW - Healthy Breaks @ HumberCIHW - Healthy Breaks @ Humber
Healthy Breaks @ Humber is an initiative that allows faculty and staff to book a short 10-minute break during the workday, in the middle of a meeting or class to refresh the body and mind. Research has shown that taking healthy breaks during the day can help improve mental health, lower anxiety, and help refocus the mind. Taking a healthy break can increase productivity, lessen body aches and pains, improve creativity, and increase engagement. These student-led sessions can be offered as either a stretch break or a mindfulness break.
CIHW - Mindfulness @ HumberCIHW - Mindfulness @ Humber
In today's fast-paced world, finding moments of peace and tranquility is essential for our overall well-being. Join us for a transformative mindfulness meditation session, where you can recharge, find inner calm, and cultivate a deeper connection with yourself. Virtual and in-person sessions are offered throughout the year, sign up for a time that works for you.
CIHW - Wellness Coaching @HumberCIHW - Wellness Coaching @Humber
In the winter term each year, the Wellness Coaching Program offers free 1:1 coaching to employees on their personal health and wellness goals. Led by the students in Humber's Wellness Coaching Graduate Program and using a strengths-based and non-judgmental approach, Wellness Coaches support employees with identification and implementation of specific goals related to physical, social, mental, emotional or relational wellness.
TELUS HealthTELUS Health
TELUS Health provides all employees with access to online resources on topics such as health & well-being, career & workplace, financial security, and life-events. Full-time employees and Regular Part-Time (RPT) Support Staff also have access to the Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP), which can be accessed through the TELUS Health website. Part-time/contract employees who need counselling support should contact oe@humber.ca for assistance.
Bell Corporate PlanBell Corporate Plan
Bell Canada offers a competitive cell phone plan for employees. Contact Purchasing Services for more details.
Discounted Computer SoftwareDiscounted Computer Software
Office 365
Employees have access to Office 365, an online productivity suite that includes Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneDrive and Outlook. You may install Office 365 on up to 5 personal computing devices and use it as long as you are an employee.On the Hub
OnTheHub provides students, faculty and staff with discounted and free academic software. Notable titles available include Adobe Creative Cloud, Norton Security Software and Parallels Desktop for Mac.
Soupbar InitiativeSoupbar Initiative
Pay-what-you-can grab-and-go frozen 1L containers of pre-made soup offered by IGNITE, Humber’s student union.
Tuition Reimbursement and ScholarshipsTuition Reimbursement and Scholarships
Tuition Assistance and Graduate Assistance programs (TAP and GAP) help make learning affordable by providing eligible employees with access to tuition reimbursement and scholarship awards for postsecondary degrees, graduate and doctoral programs.
Tuition Reimbursement for DependentsTuition Reimbursement for Dependents
Full-time employees’ dependents may be eligible for the Tuition Reimbursement for Dependents Program. They must be enrolled as a full-time student in a full-time program at Humber College or the University of Guelph-Humber.
$20 Courses$20 Courses
Eligible employees can take courses offered by Humber College and the University of Guelph-Humber for $20. To find out if you are eligible, please refer to section 5.3 of Humber’s Professional Development Policy.
For information on eligible courses at Humber College and to find out how to apply, please contact the Registrar’s Office at enquiry@humber.ca or 416-675-5000.
For information on eligible courses at the University of Guelph-Humber and how to apply, please contact Admission Services at admissions@guelphhumber.ca or at 416-798-1331 ext. 6056. Please note employees are required to pay an application fee. More details can be found on the Application Procedures website.
Career Milestones RecognitionCareer Milestones Recognition
The Career Milestone program recognizes faculty and staff on completing full-time years of service. We celebrate their achievements throughout their employee journey from their first year, and in five year increments up to forty years of service.
Employee Resource GroupsEmployee Resource Groups
Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) are voluntary, employee-led groups that foster a diverse and inclusive workplace aligned with organizational mission, values, goals, business practices, and objectives. Humber’s Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) include an 2SLGBTQ+ ERG and a Black/African ERG.
Human Rights, Harassment & Employment EquityHuman Rights, Harassment & Employment Equity
The Human Rights, Harassment & Employment Equity Office provides human rights and equity programs and services to the Humber Community, and ensures that equity, diversity and inclusion are instilled throughout Humber.
Indigenous Education & EngagementIndigenous Education & Engagement
Indigenous Education & Engagement (IE&E) works in partnership with regional Indigenous communities to ensure Indigenous students are supported and connected to their learning environment- academically, culturally and socially. IE&E promotes awareness and appreciation of Indigenous culture and history in the greater campus community.
President’s Awards and BreakfastPresident’s Awards and Breakfast
The President's Awards have been a proud tradition of recognizing excellence among Humber faculty and staff. Each year, the President's Awards are bestowed on employees who achieve excellence in various fields and criteria, at the Annual President's Breakfast and Recognition Ceremony.
Professional Learning ResourcesProfessional Learning Resources
Humber is committed to investing in professional learning for all employees, to build their capability and enable them to contribute to achieving the College’s strategic goals. Employees have access to learning opportunities in a variety of forms and styles to suit each learner.
Remote Working ResourcesRemote Working Resources
Humber’s Remote Working Policy is grounded in the philosophy that employees will work productively to achieve institutional goals and objectives when supported by a culture of performance and care.
Retiree RecognitionRetiree Recognition
At Humber, we recognize and value the dedication, hard work and contribution of our employees. Each year, a Retirees’ Dinner is held to celebrate the employees who have retired at Humber in the past year.
The Unlearning CircleThe Unlearning Circle
The Unlearning Circle provides a space for employees who identify as white and/or as having white skin privilege to develop an anti-racist practice, hold each other accountable for making anti-racist change, and ultimately create a more diverse and inclusive college environment. For more information email theunlearningcircle@humber.ca.