Announcements

When:
December 15, 2016

Did you miss the December 3 session at Centennial College?

Be sure to attend the: Retirement planning - regional event at Seneca College on Saturday January 28, 2017.

  • How much money do I need to retire?
  • How much pension will I get?
  • Is my pension secure?
  • How do I prepare for retirement?

If these questions have ever crossed your mind, you should attend the upcoming retirement planning session.

The Saturday afternoon retirement planning event will be led by Derek Dobson, pension expert and CEO of the CAAT Pension Plan. He’ll answer the questions members ask about retiring. During Derek’s presentation, you’ll learn about the Plan’s benefits, including flexible retirement date options, valuable survivor benefits, and inflation protection. The session uses real-world examples and retirement planning tips to help ensure a smooth transition to retirement.

Representatives from the CAAT Pension Plan will be available to answer your questions after the presentation.

The session is free of charge, and open to CAAT Pension Plan members from any GTA college (and their guests).

Not thinking about retirement yet?
This session will benefit members of any age, and we strongly encourage all members over 50 to attend.

How helpful is the session?
Over 90% of members who have already attended a CAAT Plan retirement planning session say they would recommend it to others.
Attendees will receive a free retirement planning workbook.

Agenda
Saturday January 28, 2017
1:00 – 1:30 – Registration
1:30 – 3:30 – Retirement planning session | Derek Dobson

Seneca College Newnham Campus
1750 Finch Avenue East, North York, M2J 2X5
Great Hall (Building A)

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When:
December 15, 2016
Contact:
Elizabeth McPherson
Tel:
x5159

As the 100 Day Journey draws to a close, it’s important to reflect on how far we’ve come. Each participant has different reasons for having participated in the GCC, ranging from personal health goals, to increased engagement, or a desire to collaborate with colleagues. 

Humber had over 260 employees participate and together we walked, biked, and swam a total of 48,090 kilometers, which equates to walking around the world 1.2 times. 

You should all be proud of your journey, but remember, it does not have to end here. After today, you will have access to your GCC account for the next 8 months to continue your personal journey and further reinforce your new habits on your own. You can continue to track your stats, connect with other participants on GCC Community, monitor food intake with GCC Nutrition, keep a clear mind with GCC Balance, unwind with GCC Sleep and share cycling, walking or running routes with GCC Trailblazer. If you are seeking some extra motivation, you can continue to challenge others by setting up an individual Mini League. 

Today is the 100th day, but you will be able to log your steps before step entry closes on December 20, 2016.

Congratulations!

When:
December 15, 2016

As a reminder, the college will be closed for the mid-winter break as of 11:00 p.m. on Thursday, December 22, 2016. The college will reopen at 7:00 a.m. on Tuesday, January 3, 2017. This closure includes all areas in all buildings at all Humber campuses and locations.

If you require access to campus during this period, please do the following:

  • For access to North Campus and the Centre for Trades and Technology, contact Nancy Deason by email at nancy.deason@humber.ca
  • For access to Lakeshore Campus, contact Keith Pua by email at keith.pua@humber.ca
  • Once arrangements are made with Nancy/Keith and upon arrival on campus, contact campus security at 416.675.8500 to request a guard to meet you an exterior door (your choice). Note that you will need to show identification.

*Note that during this closure period, building temperatures will be lowered as an energy and cost saving measure. We will also be conducting fire alarm and public address system testing throughout the break.

Please email nancy.deason@humber.ca if you have any questions.

We hope you have a safe and happy holiday season and wish you all the best for the New Year. 

Sincerely,

Rob Kilfoyle
Director, Department of Public Safety.

When:
December 15, 2016
Contact:
Larry Rinaldo
Tel:
416.675.6622 x4454

When: Wednesday, December 21, 2016 from 10 p.m. - 6 a.m. 
Where: E, F, FX and JF Buildings
Purpose: To install required backflow prevention devices.

When: Thursday, December 22, 2016 from 10 p.m. - 6 a.m. (Please note this date is tentative and may not be required)
Where: E, F, FX and JF Buildings  
Purpose: To install required backflow prevention devices.

When: Wednesday, January 4, 2017 from 10 p.m. - 6 a.m. 
Where: J and H Buildings
Purpose: To install required backflow prevention devices.

When: Thursday, January 5, 2017 from 10 p.m. - 6 a.m. 
Where: J and H Buildings
Purpose: To install required backflow prevention devices.

When: Friday, January 6, 2017 from 10 p.m. - 6 a.m. (Please note this date is tentative and may not be required)
Where: J and H Buildings
Purpose: To install required backflow prevention devices.

For further information please contact Larry Rinaldo at 416.675.6622 x4454

When:
December 15, 2016
Contact:
Ashley Watson
Tel:
416.675.6622 x79378

An educational resource guide for the Spina Bifida: Front to Back exhibition, happening at L Space from January 9 to 27, 2017 is available for download on Humber Galleries website.

humbergalleries.ca/exhibitions/l-space/spina-bifida-front-back 

This resource covers the key themes of the exhibition content and provides dicussion points for gallery and in class sessions. To book a gallery led session with your class during the exhibition please email galleries@humber.ca

 

When:
December 15, 2016
Contact:
Nelia Louro
Tel:
x4685
Posters/Attachments: Event Poster

We are looking for $5 donations for Salaama Vocational Education Center. We will also accept raffle items.

See details here svec.ac.ug.

We are accepting donations in NX201 or at our Holiday Party on Monday, December 19th at 3:30 p.m. in the Humber Room.

Thank you for your support for this great cause.

When:
December 14, 2016
Posters/Attachments: Event Poster

The Purpose/Rationale statement outlined in Humber’s Human Rights Policy establishes the commitment of Humber College and the University of Guelph Humber to ensure that all its members are treated fairly, equitably, and respectfully, in order to provide a learning, living and working environment that is free from discrimination and harassment.

To view the Purpose/Rationale statement in Humber’s Human Rights policy visit: humber.ca/policies/human-rights-policy-procedure

When:
December 14, 2016
Tel:
416.675.5009

Do you know someone who would love to learn about Sustainable Urban Beekeeping? 

The Humber Arboretum is pleased to offer gift certificates which can be applied to our Sustainable Urban Beekeeping courses coming up early in the new year. With this series of weekend classes and workshops, learners are free to pick and choose from topics of interest, or complete required courses and electives to earn a Sustainable Urban Beekeeping Certificate of Participation through Humber College.

Get Them Started with Beekeeping Basics

The first course, Sustainable Urban Beekeeping: The Basics, will offer an overview of bee behaviour and anatomy, the beekeeping year, and practical matters such as site selection and necessary equipment. This indoor intro to the world of bees and urban beekeeping costs $75 plus HST and is scheduled for Saturday February 4th.

Anyone planning to take the full certificate can save by bundling the ten courses in advance for only $500 plus HST.

The Gift of Learning

Gift certificates are available for either the intro course ($75 plus HST) or the full certificate bundle ($500 plus HST). You will be emailed a PDF certificate suitable for printing or sending electronically to the recipient. 

Learn More

To learn more about the new program visit humberarboretum.on.ca/beekeeping.php 

For more information on individual courses, to register for the full certificate in advance, or to purchase a gift certificate, please contact the Humber Arboretum at arboretum@humber.ca or call 416.675.5009.

When:
December 14, 2016

Committee Mandate:

Humber College Health & Safety Committee is a government mandated committee that works in collaboration with Humber College to provide a safe & healthy working and learning environment to all members of the Humber community.  It is the goal of Humber and its employees to perform all tasks in a manner that minimizes risks, promotes the health, safety and well-being of all individuals, and prevents occupational injuries or illnesses. 

Why Join?

  • You will positively contribute to the working environment of employees by identifying potential health & safety risks and provide recommendations and solutions
  • You will work collaboratively with support staff, faculty, managers and the Ministry to recommend programs, practices, policies and regulations that will benefit the health and safety of Humber employees

If you are interested please contact your health & safety union representative:

Des McCarville (Faculty): des.mccarville@humber.ca
Noreen Foster (Support Staff): noreen.foster@humber.ca
Jennifer Ahamed (Support Staff): jennifer.ahamed@humber.ca

When:
December 13, 2016
Contact:
Vincent Shaikh
Tel:
4765

We would like to take this opportunity to congratulate Frank Mee on his retirement.

Frank has been employed with Humber for the last 22 years as an instructor for the Civil Engineering program.

He gained career experience working for the City of Toronto, Department of Transportation (legal highway surveys), R.V. Anderson and Associates Consulting Engineers (engineering and construction surveys), and J.D. Barnes Ltd. Ontario Land Surveyors (subdivision and land design and development).

Frank holds a certificate in adult education from St. Clair College, Windsor, Ontario. His areas of expertise at Humber include electronic land surveying and global positioning systems (GPS), geographical information systems (GIS), computer-aided drafting and design (CADD) and highways design.

We would like to express our sincere thanks to Frank for his significant contributions to Humber and we wish him the very best on his retirement.

Vincent Shaikh, M.Eng.
Associate Dean, Engineering Technology

humber.ca/appliedtechnology

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