Announcements

When:
January 23, 2024

2023 T4 Tax Statements (Statement of Remuneration Forms) will be made available to view, download, and print from the Human Resource Management System (HRMS) by February 29, 2024.  More information will be sent to notify you when T4 statements are available on the HRMS, including details on how to view and print them.   

Mailed T4 Statements 

Should you require a printed copy of your T4 statement mailed to your home address, please contact the HR Support Centre.  All T4 statements will be uploaded to the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA)’s portal and will be made available on your personal CRA Account

Changes to your Legal Name or Address 

Based on the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA)’s specifications, the name recorded on an employee’s personal T4 statement must be their legal name. Employees needing a change to their legal name or mailing address must update their information on the HRMS before January 31, 2024. 

For the steps on how to update your name and/ or address on the HRMS, please visit the HRMS Knowledge Base – Add or Update Contact and Address Information.   

Please note:   

  • Employees who do not have an active employment status with Humber College will not have access to the HRMS. Their T4 statement(s) will be mailed to the address held on file, by February 29, 2024. 

  • Should an employee’s mailing address be changed after their departure from Humber College, they are required to contact the HR Support Centre to provide an updated address no later than January 31, 2024.   

For guidance related to this communication, please contact the HR Support Centre or submit an e-form at www.humber.ca/hrinquiry

Thank you.

When:
January 23, 2024

To the Humber Community, 

International students are an important and valued part of communities across the province. International students enrich the Humber learning experience, bringing with them unique experiences and perspectives to our campus and classroom environments. 

There are more than 400,000 international students studying in Ontario, including 10,200 at Humber. 

Yesterday, the federal government announced a temporary two-year cap on international study permits. There will be a cap of 364,000 new study permits across Canada in 2024. This represents a national decrease of 35 per cent in study permits from 2023. 

Effective immediately, caps will be applied based on each province’s population and each province will decide the allocation of international students to each Designated Learning Institution. Applicants will also require a provincial attestation to study. Provinces are expected to establish a process for issuing attestation letters to students by no later than March 31, 2024. 

Current Humber international students and those with approved permits are not impacted by this announcement. Study permit renewals will also not be impacted.  

The federal government is also changing the eligibility criteria for post-graduate work permits. Starting September 1, 2024, students enrolled in programs through public-private partnerships will no longer be able to receive a post-graduate work permit. Humber does not have a public-private partnership and international students approved to study at Humber will still be eligible to apply for post-graduate work permits after they have completed their studies.  

Open work permits will only be available to spouses of master’s and PhD students.  

Spouses of college learners studying at the undergraduate level at a college or university will no longer be eligible for open work permits. 

A workshop will be held for international students in the coming days to help provide answers to common questions. Details will be shared soon. 

Humber’s Internationalization Strategy guides our commitment to providing high-quality learning and campus experiences to international students and prioritizing a global perspective at Humber. Our focus will be on continuing to support current and prospective students during this transition.  

We will share any relevant updates as they become available. 

When:
January 23, 2024

At Humber, we focus on life-long learning and on delivering learning and development opportunities to our employees that allow them to excel. Through the acquisition of new skills and abilities, employees thrive personally and professionally. Humber encourages faculty and staff to further their professional and personal development by taking advantage of these learning and development opportunities.

LinkedIn Learning

All employees have free access to LinkedIn Learning. LinkedIn Learning provides short training courses with topics divided into three categories: business, technology and creative. Visit LinkedIn Learning and log in using your Humber login credentials.

Discounted Courses

Eligible employees can take courses offered by Humber College and the University of Guelph-Humber for a discounted tuition rate of $20. 

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 x6056. Please note employees are required to pay an application fee. More details can be found on the Application Procedures website.

Discounted General Public Continuous Professional Learning (CPL) Courses 

For information on eligible courses on Humber’s Continuous Professional Learning (CPL) website and to find out how to enroll, please contact CPL at cpl@humber.ca.

Tuition Assistance Program (TAP) 

Tuition assistance is available to employees for certificate, diploma, degree, doctoral programs and/or professional association courses taken at an accredited post-secondary institution or professional association. For more information about eligibility, what is covered, and how to apply, please visit the Tuition Reimbursement & Scholarships section on the People(s) & Culture website. 

Important Notes: 

  • Courses completed during the 2023 – 2024 fiscal year (April 1, 2023 to March 31, 2024) must be submitted for TAP reimbursement within the fiscal year they were completed. 

  • The deadline to submit Tuition Assistance Program (TAP) reimbursement claims (2023-2024 fiscal year) is March 15, 2024.

Graduate Assistance Program (GAP) 

Tuition assistance in the form of a scholarship is available to eligible employees looking to advance their education through discipline-specific post-secondary degrees, master's degrees or doctoral degrees at an accredited post-secondary institution. Funding under this program is for a maximum of four (4) years for each individual program up to a maximum of five thousand dollars ($5,000) per year. For more information about eligibility, what is covered, and how to apply, please visit the Tuition Reimbursement & Scholarships section on the People(s) & Culture website.

Employee Learning to Support Student Well-being 

Post-secondary studies and various environmental, systemic and structural factors can have adverse effects on learner's mental health and well-being. Generally, there are signs that a learner is struggling long before a situation escalates into a crisis.  

Faculty and staff are well-positioned to recognize behaviour that may indicate that a learner is in distress and may require support. Being able to recognize the signs of distress and make appropriate referrals are critical first steps in supporting learner well-being. 

The Responding to Students in Distress website and the Student Wellness and Equitable Learning Handout have resources for faculty and staff to learn more about steps they can take to support learners, as well as information about the “Recognize, Respond and Support a Learner in Distress” Workshop that is available to the Humber Community. Faculty and staff who interact with students are encouraged to take this workshop.

For more information about employee learning resources, please visit the Professional Learning section of the People(s) & Culture website. 

If you have any questions, please contact the HR Support Centre.

When:
January 23, 2024
Contact:
Miguel Wiggins
Tel:
x72100

As part of the Community Outreach and Workforce Development department’s ongoing commitment to empowering students and fostering their success, we continue to offer programs such as the College Experience/Career Exploration days and the Youth Transition Program. These initiatives play a crucial role in guiding students toward higher education and career opportunities.

To make these programs even more impactful, we are seeking your generous support in the form of swag donations. Swag items, such as branded merchandise, stationery, and other goodies, not only serve as tokens of encouragement but also help create a positive and memorable experience for the participants.

What we are looking for:

  • Branded merchandise (tumblers, t-shirts, hoodies, hats, etc.);
  • Stationery items (pens, notebooks, etc.);
  • Tech gadgets and accessories;
  • Any other creative and useful items that students would enjoy.

How to donate:

If you are interested in contributing to our College Entry Path Programs, please contact Miguel Wiggins at miguel.wiggins@humber.ca. We will coordinate the logistics and ensure that your donation is properly recognized during the programs.

Since these programs are offered throughout the year, we are happy to receive donations year round. Thank you in advance for your support and commitment to empowering the next generation of leaders. Together, we can make a significant impact on the educational journey of these students.

When:
January 22, 2024

The North Test Centre will be closed for renovations starting at noon on Friday, January 19 and will reopen at 8:30 a.m. on Wednesday. January 24.

The Lakeshore Test Centre will be closed all day on Tuesday, January 23 for professional development.

When:
January 22, 2024
Contact:
Meshanda Phillips
Posters/Attachments: Event Poster
Cartoon coffee cup with arms and legs

Join the Office of the Dean of Students and First Year Experience (FYE) North for a bi-weekly gathering where students can come for an hour between or after class and enjoy a cup of coffee or tea and light snacks while mixing and mingling with their peers. It's a perfect opportunity to unwind, connect, and just get a break from the academic stress.

The Sip & Chill Cafe will run bi-weekly (Wednesdays) from January 24 to the end of the winter semester.

Kindly share with your students!

When:
January 19, 2024
Contact:
Centre for Innovation in Health and Wellness
Posters/Attachments: Event Poster

Register today to work with your own personal Student Wellness Coach.

The Centre for Innovation in Health and Wellness is excited to offer free, personalized one-to-one wellness coaching sessions to Humber staff and faculty. These coaching sessions are tailored to your holistic wellness goals so that you can achieve your unique health and wellness goals with a strengths-based, judgment-free approach.

Wellness sessions are conducted weekly or bi-weekly, led by Humber's Wellness Coaching Graduate Program students. The students can help you with achieving your goals related to physical, emotional, social and overall well-being.

Some of the areas Wellness Coaching students can help include:

  • Creating life balance
  • Learning how to take advantage of personal strengths and talents
  • Developing and maintaining a positive and healthy mindset
  • Stress management
  • Self-care
  • Making positive lifestyle changes related to nutrition, physical activity, and/or sleep

For questions and to register, contact us at cihw@humber.ca

When:
January 19, 2024

Effective February 1, 2024, Sun Life benefit premiums will be adjusted for all employees with benefits. 

The new premium rates can be found on the Benefits section of the People(s) & Culture website, under “Benefits Entitlement and Cost” (please scroll to the bottom of the page). 

For more details about your benefits coverage, refer to the resources on the Group Benefits Program section of the People(s) & Culture website. Please note the CAAT Benefits Booklets will be updated in the coming weeks. 

For questions related to your benefits coverage, please contact Sun Life by visiting the Sun Life Contact Us page or by calling 1.800.361.6212. 

If you have any other questions, please contact the HR Support Centre.

When:
January 19, 2024
Posters/Attachments: Event Poster

The Centre for Innovation in Health and Wellness (CIHW) is offering 10-minute breaks (stretch or mindfulness) for your classes and meetings! Book in-person breaks at North Campus and virtual breaks at all campuses.

Benefits of taking a healthy break during the day include increased focus and creativity and improved mental health and well-being.

“I think these health breaks should be incorporated every week” - Student participant

Book a Healthy Break

When:
January 19, 2024
Contact:
Mehalan Garoonanedhi

We are pleased to announce that on February 12, 2024, new and redesigned Indigenous Teaching & Learning Bundles will become available to help advance Indigenous education at Humber.

Following the success of our earlier learning bundles, these new offerings are designed to equip faculty and staff with a theoretical focus as they work to incorporate Indigenous voices, perspectives, teachings, histories, and experiences into their classrooms. We encourage all faculty, professors, librarians, counsellors, and staff to take advantage of this unique training opportunity.

All Our Relations will be the first Teaching & Learning Bundle offered by Indigenous Education & Engagement. This introductory course focuses on Indigenous education, worldviews, historical and contemporary realities, anti-Indigenous racism, and decolonizing teaching and learning. Additional training bundles will become available later this year.

The course details are as follows:

  • Dates: February 12 to April 8, 2024.
  • Time commitment: Approximately 1.5 hours per week for eight weeks.
  • Professors (full-time, partial load and part-time), librarians, counsellors, and staff are all welcome to participate.
  • The course is offered in an asynchronous online format whereby learners meet weekly course requirements.

To enrol, please complete our online request form. Deadline to enrol is Friday, February 2, 2024.

For all other inquiries, please contact danielle.jeancart@humber.ca.

Thank you for your continued support in advancing Indigenous education at Humber College.

Sincerely,

Jason Seright
Vice-President, Inclusion & Belonging
Gina Antonacci
Senior Vice-President, Academic

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