Announcements

North Campus EV Charging Stations Unavailable December 3
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When:
November 30, 2020

The North Campus electrical vehicle charging stations will be unavailable on Thursday, December 3 between 7 a.m. and 12 p.m. due to a required power shutdown of the parking garage.

Parking Services
parking.sales@humber.ca

Save Your Devices for the Upcoming Community Device Drive
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When:
November 30, 2020
Email:
communityoutreach@humber.ca

With the holiday season upon us, the Office of Sustainability, Community Outreach & Workforce Development, and Information Technology Solutions would like to encourage you to hold on to your old computing devices (laptops, desktops, tablets) for a future device drive.

The device drive will support the Renewed Computer Technology (RCT) partnership, which offers students in financial need the opportunity to purchase refurbished desktop or laptop computers at affordable prices.

Students can learn more about their eligibility and apply for a refurbished device package here.

Questions about this initiative can be directed to communityoutreach@humber.ca.

Creating a Positive Sustainability Loop:

Humber community members will have the opportunity to upcycle devices that are no longer in use to a community partner that will recycle parts for a worthy initiative seeking to provide equitable technology access.

This will also help divert hazardous electronic waste from landfill, which can leak toxic elements that are harmful to the environment and to humans.  

Did you know? According to the Brussels-based Bureau of International Recycling, Canada generated 638,300 tonnes of "e-scrap" — electronic and electrical equipment — in 2017.

Retirement: Gurjeet Kaur Sohi
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When:
November 30, 2020
Contact:
Kim Smith
Email:
kim.smith@humber.ca

Please join the International Centre in extending best wishes to Gurjeet Kaur Sohi who is retiring from Humber College on December 31. Gurjeet has been a valuable member and a key contributor to Humber College for 23 years.

To ensure friends and colleagues have an opportunity to say goodbye, we are hosting a drop-in session on Thursday, December 10, from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m.

To access the session, please click here.

Meeting ID: 823 2916 3697
Passcode: 355586

Sharing Knowledge: International Day of Persons with Disabilities - December 3
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When:
November 30, 2020
Contact:
Zareena Khan
Tel:
4x825
Email:
zareena.khan@humber.ca
Posters/Attachments: Event Poster
Sharing-Knowledge-International-Day-of-Persons-with-Disabilities-December-3

Humber College and the University of Guelph-Humber (the College) is committed to providing an accessible learning, working, and living environment for the Humber community. It is the College’s goal to create a community that is inclusive of all persons and supports all members of the community in an equitable manner. In creating such a community, the College aims to foster a climate of understanding and mutual respect for the dignity and worth of all persons.

December 3: International Day of Persons with Disabilities

United Nations 2020 Theme: Building Back Better: Toward A Disability-Inclusive, Accessible and Sustainable Post COVID-19 World

The annual observance of the “International Day of Disabled Persons” was proclaimed in 1992 by United Nations General Assembly resolution 47/3. The day aims to promote the rights and well-being of persons with disabilities in all spheres of society and development, and to increase awareness of the situation of persons with disabilities in every aspect of political, social, economic and cultural life.

Today, the day has become the “International Day of Persons with Disabilities”, and the theme this year is “Building Back Better: toward a disability-inclusive, accessible and sustainable post COVID-19 World”.

Disability inclusion is an essential condition to upholding human rights, sustainable development, and peace and security. It is also central to the promise of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development to leave no one behind. The commitment to realizing the rights of persons with disabilities is not only a matter of justice; it is an investment in a common future (United Nations, 2020).

The COVID-19 pandemic particularly impacts persons with disabilities. As we have seen with this crisis, intersectionality matters. The global pandemic has disproportionally impacted Blacks, persons with disabilities and persons identifying as women.

Statistics Canada

The Government of Canada, over the last 30 years, broadened its definition of “disability”. Recognition of ‘disability’ today includes cognitive and mental health-related impairments and barriers to participation in society (Statistics Canada, 2018a).

Highlights of the 2017 Report on Disabilities:

  • Women (24%) were more likely to have a disability than men (20%)

  • Disabilities related to pain, flexibility, mobility, and mental health were the most common disability types

  • One (1) in five (5) or 22% of the Canadian population aged 15 years and over – or about 6.2 million individuals – had one (1) or more disabilities

  • Among individuals aged 25 to 64 years, 76% of those with mild disabilities were employed, whereas 31% of those with very severe disabilities were employed

  • Persons with more severe disabilities (28%) aged 25 to 64 years were more likely to be living in poverty (as measured by the Market Basket Measure) than their counterparts without disabilities (10%) or with milder disabilities (14%)

Humber Is Committed To Individuals with Disabilities

The College supports and facilitates the accommodation of individuals with disabilities. Accommodations ensure that individuals with disabilities have access to all the opportunities that the College offers. Humber will work to eliminate or minimize the adverse effects of all forms of barriers.

The College is committed to supporting the goals of the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). The College will continue to establish policies, practices and procedures which are consistent with the accessibility standards established under the AODA, to identify, remove and prevent barriers to people with disabilities. The goal is to become a barrier-free environment in the activities of the College including the learning, working and living environment.

Achieving the above stated goals depends on the participation of each member of the College community including students, faculty, staff, alumni, volunteers, and guests. Each of these parties has a role in creating an equitable and inclusive environment, as well as in the accommodation process and the identification, removal, and/or reduction of barriers. The consultative relationship among members of the College community is based upon a shared desire for an open, supportive learning, working, and living environment and a shared respect for individual rights and dignity.

Resources:

1. Statistics Canada (2018a). The evolution of disability data in Canada: Keeping in step with a more inclusive Canada. Retrieved on November 20, 2020 from:https://www150.statcan.gc.ca/n1/pub/89-654-x/89-654-x2018003-eng.htm

2. Statistics Canada (2018b). A demographic, employment and income profile of Canadians with disabilities aged 15 years and over, 2017. Retrieved on November 20, 2020 from:https://www150.statcan.gc.ca/n1/pub/89-654-x/89-654-x2018002-eng.htm

3. United Nations (2020). Theme 2020:  Building Back Better: toward a disability-inclusive, accessible and sustainable post COVID-19 World. Retrieved on November 20, 2020 from: https://www.un.org/en/observances/day-of-persons-with-disabilities

 

Document is available in an alternate format upon request.

Update: Partial Closure of Arboretum & West Humber Trails
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When:
November 27, 2020
Posters/Attachments: Event Poster

Ongoing – until December 14, 2020

What?
As part of the Finch West Light Rail Transit (LRT) project, a crew will relocate utilities in the vicinity of the future Humber College Stop, located on the southwest corner of Highway 27 and Humber College Blvd. As part of that work, they will install a new storm drain outfall in the ravine just west of Hwy 27 along the Arboretum Trail, located within the City of Toronto right of way and regulated by Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA). Outfalls are exit points where stormwater enters a waterbody and reduces additional erosion impact to the surrounding natural area. During the outfall installation, the north leg of the Arboretum Trail will be closed to protect the public. The work began in early November and will be ongoing until mid-December.

WHEN AND WHERE:

  • The north leg of the Arboretum Trail has been closed from November 5 and will remain closed until December 14, 2020, approximately.
  • Pedestrians will be able to use the south leg of the trail.
  • Work may be delayed due to weather conditions or unforeseen circumstances.

WHAT TO EXPECT:

  • Temporary closure of the north leg of the West Humber Trail. • Placement of erosion and sediment control devices before construction begins.
  • Heavy trucks and equipment will be active in the work area.
  • Excavation to install pipes.
  • Please take care when walking near work sites.

 

Affordable Computers for Students with Financial Need and Upcoming Device Drive
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When:
November 27, 2020
Email:
communityoutreach@humber.ca

Humber has partnered with Renewed Computer Technology (RCT) to offer students with financial need the opportunity to purchase refurbished desktop or laptop computers at affordable prices.

Eligibility

Open to eligible Humber College/UGH domestic and international students, and clients of Humber College Community Employment Services who:   

  • Are on financial assistance such as OSAP, OW, or ODSP; or,
  • Are a limited income individual or family as defined by Statistics Canada (LICO)

Students can learn more and apply for a refurbished device package here.

Questions about this initiative can be directed to communityoutreach@humber.ca.

Creating a Positive Sustainability Loop: Plans for a Humber Community Device Drive

With the holiday shopping season upon us, the Office of Sustainability, Community Outreach & Workforce Development, and Information Technology Solutions would like to encourage you to hold on to your old computing devices (laptops, desktops, tablets) for a future RCT device drive. We see this forming a positive sustainability loop by giving Humber community members a place to upcycle devices that are no longer in use to a community partner that will recycle parts for a worthy initiative seeking to provide equitable technology access.

About the RCT Program

The program was piloted in the Winter 2020 semester and continues into the Fall 2020 and Winter 2021 semester. There are several packages and options available, including shipping directly to the homes of eligible Humber learners or direct warehouse pick-ups.

External Film Shoot
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When:
November 27, 2020
Contact:
Sara Vani
Email:
sara.vani@humber.ca

Location: Lakeshore Campus - Exterior of G building and roundabout. Parking Lot 4 and accessible stalls in front of G, parking lot between E and F Cottage, city property in front of G Cottage and Colonel Samuel Smith Park Blvd, along with the courtyard area near the stage will also be utilized during the shoot.

When: Set prep begins on Tuesday, December 1 from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. and will continue on Wednesday, December 2 from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Filming will begin on Wednesday, December 2 from 4 p.m. through the evening until 3 a.m. on Thursday, December 3.

Set tear down will be complete on Thursday, December 3.

Please be advised that Lot 4 and the lot between E and F Cottage will be unavailable all day and night beginning December 1 until the morning of December 3. Parking is available in Lot 5, Lot 1, with accessible parking stalls by the Tim Hortons.

Public Safety will be onsite while the crew is on Humber property, and TPS has been hired to assist with traffic direction and stoppage on Colonel Samuel Smith Park Blvd., while filming takes place on City property on December 2. 

In addition to Humber College’s COVID-19 safety protocols, film productions will follow the COVID-19 Safety Guidelines issued by the Film and Television Industry of Ontario, approved by the Ministry of Labour, Training and Skill Development. Information can be found here.

The production will also implement additional safety measures in coordination with the Toronto Film Office. Safety guidelines can be found here.

Please contact Sara Vani or Connie Sanfilippo with any questions.

HROE Town Hall Video Available Online
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When:
November 27, 2020

In case you missed it, the HROE Town Hall held on Thursday, November 19, 2020 is now available online. 

Human Resources & Organizational Effectiveness

Day 11 of the 12 Days of Holiday and Don't Forget Santa's E-visit Tomorrow
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When:
November 27, 2020
Contact:
Humber PR Degree Class
Email:
12DaysofHolidays@gmail.com
Posters/Attachments: Event Poster
Day 11 of 12 Days of Holidays Activity Explained- Live Dance Party and Mocktails

Tonight at 7 p.m., get ready to dance the night away with Humber's own DJ Pete Swankenstein and MC Lauren Eakins!

Join DJ Pete Swankenstein for some cool tunes, and MC Lauren Eakins as she teaches you how to dance to your favourite tunes from Gangnam Style to Cupid Shuffle! Lighten up that mood and show us your best moves for a chance to win great prizes!

In addition, learn to make holiday mocktails to accompany all those dance moves. Hurry and get your dancing shoes on and join us on Zoom! There is still a chance to register at 12DaysofHolidaysDanceParty.eventbrite.com.

In lieu of food bank donations, as part of the event this year, we are encouraging you to donate to the Humber SOS fund. The direct donation link can be found on the event website. 

Tomorrow is the last day of the 12 days of Holidays and Santa is here!!

Register for your live Zoom call with Santa at 12daysofholidaysvisitwithsanta.eventbrite.com. Various times available. 

Don't forget to complete activities from throughout the week and submit your photos at 12DaysofHolidays@gmail.com.

Although Santa is visiting tomorrow, the FUN doesn't have to end. The 12Days of Holidays video tutorials, music-singalong, cookie baking, and more will be available until December 31, 2020 for you to enjoy.

Bookmark https://humber.ca/lakeshorecampus/holidayparty.html and come back to it for holiday fun with your family!

MS 365 Tips - Sharing
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When:
November 27, 2020
MS 365 Tip - Sharing

Collaborate with your colleagues without ending up with a dozen versions of your document!

Want to learn more?  Sign up for our 1:1 Virtual Coaching at its.humber.ca/coaching.

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