On July 13^th the Engineering Software Skills Enhancement bridging program hosted an employer engagement event for Humber’s newcomer students to network with employers, experts and accredited professionals in the field of Engineering. Our Engineering Bridging Program empowers our already highly accomplished participants with additional training and connections in the Engineering sector that are directly relevant and reflect the industry's labour market needs in Canada. The event comprised of a panel discussion on the kinds of skills employers are looking for and how they search for talent to fill open positions. The panel discussion was followed by speed-interview sessions for the students.Companies included PCL Construction, Hatch, and Century Group, to name a few, who were looking to fill positions such as project coordinators, estimators, and designers. 

The event provided the opportunity for these companies to interview, interact, and network with students & graduates of the Engineering Bridging Program. This Bridging Program is run by the Community Outreach and Workforce Development (COWD) division at Humber. It is designed specifically for internationally trained professionals who have a background in Mechanical, Civil, Electrical and Architectural programs. We hope that this event enabled both employers and potential employees to explore, promote and secure diverse talent opportunities within the engineering field. Thank you to all the employers and participants who contributed to this lively event!

Looking forward to the North American Indigenous Games coming to Humber College from July 15-23. We will have smudging available each day from 8:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., and Visiting Elder hours from 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. 

For more information on NAIG 2017 visit: naig2017.to/en

Please be advised of construction activities on the penthouse level of the LRC Building that will require the 6th floor of the LRC building to remain unoccupied. This work is planned for Sunday, July 16th, 2017 from 10:00 p.m. to approximately 1:00 a.m.

Please note the following details:

• Date and time of work: Sunday, July 16th from 10:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m.
• The contractor will be working on the penthouse level (7th floor) of the LRC Building.
• The service elevator will be left on “Service” until the work is complete.
• Only the contractor will be allowed on the 6^th and 7^th floors.
• No other occupants are permitted on the 6th and 7th floors during this work. Humber Security will be assisting.

Thank you for your cooperation and understanding.

Capital Development and Facilities Management

As mentioned in the April 10 Communiqué, the Government of Canada will discontinue the sale of Canada Savings Bonds (CSBs) purchased through the Payroll Savings Program as of November 2017.

What this means if you are currently enrolled in the Program

• Your CSB contributions will continue to be deducted from your pay and will go towards your Payroll Savings Plan until October 27, 2017.
• The funds in your Payroll Savings Plan are safe, guaranteed and will continue to earn interest until redemption or maturity, whichever comes first. If you wish to make a redemption prior to the maturity date, you can do so at any time on CSB Online Services or by using the automated telephone service.
• As each bond series in your Plan matures, the funds (principal and interest) associated with that series will automatically be paid out to you by cheque or direct deposit, according to the account information currently on file.
• Go to CSB Online Services to validate your mailing address or sign up for direct deposit to ensure you receive your payment.
• Once all the bond series in your Plan have been redeemed or paid out, your Plan will be closed.

For more information about this change to CSBs, please visit: csb.gc.ca/payroll-savings-program/employees/about-the-program

If you have any questions, please contact Valerie Bardy, Manager, Payroll at x4223.