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Retirement

Planning for retirement can be daunting, but we’re here to help. Whether you’re just starting to save or you’re nearing retirement age, our goal is to empower you to make an informed decision about your retirement.

The resources below will help you create a retirement plan that aligns with your goals.


Retiree Perks

Take advantage of the following perks as a Humber retiree.

$20 Courses at Humber Polytechnic and University of Guelph-Humber

Retirees who were full-time employees are eligible to take several $20 courses per semester at Humber Polytechnic and University of Guelph-Humber however, not all courses are offered at this discounted rate. Please contact the Registrar’s Office to confirm the list of eligible courses.

Retirees’ Dinner

Join us as we gather anuallly to celebrate the remarkable careers and lasting impact of our retirees. Retiree gifts to be presented at the event.

Alumni Discounts

Alumni discounts are available for retirees where there are discounts on sporting events, attractions, entertainment, and more. To obtain a member ID for the app, please contact alumni@humber.ca.

Humber Library

Retirees are able to access the Humber library to loan books and media.

Humber Polytechnic Retirees’ Association

Retirees that join the Humber Polytechnic Retirees’ Association (membership fee) can enjoy the following perks:

  • Free Access to the Humber North Guest Parking Lot
  • Free Access to the Athletics Centre (North and Lakeshore)
  • Bookstore Discount
  • Planned social events and lunches

To join, please contact Les Takahashi at lesk.takahashi@gmail.com.

Benefits Entitlement and Premiums

Benefits Entitlement

Premium Rate -
Effective Feb 1, 2024

New Premium Rate* -
Effective Feb 1, 2025

Basic Life - Academic Retirees

$0.16 per $1,000 

$0.16 per $1,000 

Basic Life - Administrative & Support Retirees

$1.88 per $1,000 

$1.88 per $1,000 

Additional Life Insurance

$0.81 per $1,000  $0.81 per $1,000 

Extended Health Care Plan 1

Single: $158.55
Family: $315.88
Single: $171.23
Family: $341.15

Extended Health Care Plan 2

Single: $68.65
Family: $141.80 
Single: $74.83
Family: $154.56

Dental Plan 1 

Single $75.86
Family $176.40 
Single: $82.69
Family: $192.28

Dental Plan 2

Single: $39.69
Family: $82.48
Single: $39.69
Family: $82.48

*All premium rates are subject to the appropriate provincial sales tax rate (8%).