Join the Office of Sustainability for a cozy sustainable winter craft event!
Students, staff and faculty are welcome to drop in to create seasonal decorations using natural and upcycled materials. It’s a fun, low-waste way to get creative, connect with others, and celebrate the season. Did we mention there will be hot chocolate?
This holiday season, we’re inviting faculty, staff, and students to come together for a great cause at Frost and Forward: The Annual Humber Cycle Event.
Let’s cycle for a cause! Humber Polytechnic is partnering with the Daily Bread Food Bank for a campus-wide cycling challenge that turns every pedal stroke into purpose, helping bring warmth, hope, and full plates to families in need.
According to Daily Bread’s Who’s Hungry report, more than one in 10 Torontonians rely on food banks. That’s one Canadian too many. Your participation helps ensure every family can share a meal and holiday cheer this season.
Why join?
Team Registration:
You can start your own team, join an existing one, or simply donate to a team or the main campaign to show your support. Every contribution helps us move toward a brighter, stronger, and more caring community.
To set up your team fundraising page or learn more, contact:
Leaura da Mota, Development Officer, Corporate and Community Partnerships, Daily Bread Food Bank at ldamota@dailybread.ca.
Let’s pedal with purpose and make this holiday season a little warmer for everyone.
Scan the poster's QR code to visit the campaign page.
Get ready to be amazed! This Giving Tuesday, Humber’s Got Talent is back and bigger than ever. We’re showcasing 12 of Humber’s very finest talents — staff and faculty who are stepping into the spotlight to entertain and inspire, all in support of a great cause.
Why come?
Every performance supports Humber’s Student Food Security Fund, which supports students currently facing food insecurity through a variety of ways including $5/day subsidies for meals purchased on Humber campuses, grocery gift cards, and food through the Grab and Go Food Bank, just to name a few. Since its launch, the fund has delivered 2,625 days of food subsidies to students in need. Your participation helps us continue this vital work—because no student should have to choose between learning and eating.
Three ways to get involved:
Let’s come together as a community to celebrate talent and generosity. Every dollar raised at Humber’s Got Talent will be matched in celebration of Giving Tuesday.
Mark your calendars and spread the word—this is one event you won’t want to miss.
(This walk will be 100 per cent in Spanish. Translation will not be available.)
Acompáñanos en una caminata en la naturaleza, completamente en español, diseñada para apreciar mejor el frío y el invierno de Canadá. Exploraremos un sendero tranquilo, conectaremos con el aire fresco y descubriremos cómo esta temporada puede convertirse en una aliada para el bienestar.
Será un momento para moverte, respirar, observar y crear una relación más amable con el invierno.
¡Te esperamos para compartir esta experiencia y hacer las paces con el frío juntos!
Cuando: Martes, 2 de December, de las 12:30 p.m. a las 2 p.m.
Dónde: Al aire libre en el Humber Arboretum. Reunirse en el Centre for Urban Ecology (U-Building). Es el edificio de cristal con la puerta roja en el Humber Arboretum. (Google Maps)
Regstro: No se requiere registro.
This year, Humber Polytechnic’s Black/African Employee Resource Group (BA-ERG) proudly celebrates five years of growth, connection, and community. Over the past five years, the BA-ERG has continued to create space for belonging — fostering dialogue, collaboration, and empowerment among Black staff and faculty across the institution.
This milestone is a celebration of collective progress and the relationships built through shared learning, advocacy, and joy. As we look ahead, the BA-ERG remains committed to advancing equity and supporting a thriving campus community where all voices are valued. We welcome all colleagues and allies to join us in honouring this important milestone and continuing to build strong connection and belonging together.
This is an opportunity for us to express our thanks while looking forward to an authentic positive professional experience. If you would like more information or to be involved in any way, please RSVP at BAERG@humber.ca.
Light refreshments will be served.
Join Indigenous Education & Engagement for the launch of our new Indigenous Education Plan — a living framework for collective action that invites our community to carry forward reconciliation through education that is meaningful, relational, and accountable.
All students, staff, faculty, and community members are invited to join us at Humber North Campus, Barrett CTI - Polytainers Atrium, on December 1 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The event will feature remarks from Humber leadership, a keynote address, an overview of the plan, and time to connect over light appetizers.
We are honoured to welcome Jennifer Wemigwans as our keynote speaker. Jennifer is Anishinaabe from Wiikwemikoong Unceded Reserve and an Associate Professor at OISE, University of Toronto. She is the author of A Digital Bundle: Protecting and Promoting Indigenous Knowledge Online and is recognized for her work producing cultural resources and ethically translating Indigenous knowledge in collaboration with Elders and Knowledge Keepers across the Americas.
Agenda
11 a.m. – Welcome and Introduction
11:10 a.m. – Humber Executive Remarks
11:20 a.m. – Keynote Speaker
11:50 a.m. – Indigenous Education Plan Overview
12:15 p.m. – Networking and Appetizers
We look forward to sharing this meaningful moment with you.
Step into a world of wonder where every path leads to something magical!
Save the date! Prepare for a magical journey beneath a canopy of twinkling lights and whispering trees as this year, Humber Polytechnic will be transformed into a forest wonderland. This year’s Holiday Party is a celebration woven with enchantment, brought to life through creativity and collaboration of departments across Humber.
From capturing memories in a charming woodland photo nook, to listening to tales spun through interactive storytelling, to arts and crafts in nature-inspired workshops - there’s something delightful for everyone to enjoy.
With whimsical activities and fun entertainment for both children and adults, this holiday celebration promises unforgettable memories for all who enter the enchanted forest.
You can register now by filling out the Holiday Party Registration Form.
The event is free, however we ask that you please bring a non-perishable food item or a brand new, unwrapped toy to donate to those in need in our local community.
We look forward to seeing you under the canopy of the Enchanted Forest!
Where holiday cheer meets a sprinkle of fairy dust and a dash of friendly competition!
Get ready to sleigh the season—Humber’s Annual Employee Holiday Party is back, and this year we are turning the halls into an Enchanted Forest Wonderland filled with wonder, creativity, and a few mischievous twists along the way.
Whether you fancy yourself a master baker, an artful elf, or someone who just wants to sip cocoa and soak in the cheer, there’s a little holiday magic waiting for everyone.
Activities for Adults and Teens
Planting Workshop (limited capacity)
Learn about our relationship to plants from an Indigenous perspective and start a new plant from cuttings that you can take home.
Registration Form
Painting Workshop (limited capacity)
Re-discover the ‘Joy of Painting” in this instructor led painting workshop.
Registration Form
Games and Activities for Kids
Face Painting
Get a creative and memorable custom face painting — perfect for photos and festive fun!
Childcare Room & ‘Book Nook’ (with Humber Libraries)
A fun, cozy space for children to play, complete with 30-minute “read aloud” storytelling sessions scheduled throughout the day.
Registration Form
Activities for All Ages (and Holiday Energy Levels!)
The Great Gingerbread Bakeoff (limited capacity)
It’s time to get your bake on!
Round 1: Blindfolded gingerbread decorating (yes, really).
Round 2: Build your best gingerbread house with a team of fellow cookie architects. Bragging rights and glory await the champions of confection.
Registration Form
Rest and Release – Stretch Session (with Humber Athletics) (limited capacity)
Take a pause from the tinsel and unwind with a mini-movement class for mind, body, and holiday balance.
Registration Form
3D Interlocking Tree Craft Workshop (by Idea Lab) (limited capacity)
Create your very own 3D interlocking tree craft—a one-of-a-kind art piece that’s part puzzle, part masterpiece.
Registration Form
Make Your Own Fairy Flower Crown (limited capacity)
Weave a little magic into your day! Design a whimsical flower crown that celebrates creativity, connection, and a touch of fairy sparkle.
Registration Form
Fairy Friendship Bracelet Station/Crafting Station (limited capacity)
Because no enchanted gathering is complete without matching sparkly friendship bracelets! Pop by and create something merry to take home.
Registration Form
Cookie Decorating
Design your very own festive holiday treat in our self-directed cookie decorating session.
Registration Form
Holiday Photo Station
Capture those magical moments with friends, family, and colleagues — smiles encouraged, elf hats optional!
Plus: Festive snacks, cozy drinks, and delicious food truck delights will keep you fueled for all your holiday adventures.
Workshop Sign-Ups
Registration for select workshops will open November 21 and close November 27. After that, the remaining spaces will be first come, first served on the day of the event.
This event is free; however, we encourage attendees to bring a non-perishable food item or a brand new, unwrapped toy to donate to those in need in our local community. This year all food items will be donated to Humber Polytechnic’s ‘Grab ‘N Go’ food bank, which supports the Humber student community.
For more details and registration, please visit the Enchanted Forest website.
So, dust off your wings, wear your coziest holiday sweater, and get ready to wander through a day of laughter, creativity, and cheer.
Let’s make this holiday season a little more magical—Humber style!
You're invited to the sixth annual New Toronto Holiday Market! The market will be taking place on Saturday, November 29, 2025 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Lakeshore's Student Welcome and Resource Centre.
Join us in supporting 20+ local artists and makers for a day full of holiday shopping. This year, 100 per cent of vendor table fees were directly donated to the Etobicoke Humane Society (EHS)! The event is open to all Humber staff, faculty, and students and to community members. Starbucks will be open on the first floor to provide a warm drink and treat while you browse local vendors' artwork and handmade items.
Come support these vendors and the EHS this holiday season at the New Toronto Holiday Market on November 29, 2025.
Celebrating the Retirement of Angelo Presta
After a decade of transformative leadership at Humber Polytechnic, Angelo Presta, Associate Vice-President, Facilities Management and Development, retired at the end of September 2025. His contributions have left a lasting mark on Humber’s campuses, students and community.
Angelo joined Humber in 2015 as Senior Director of Capital Development & Facilities Management and was promoted to Associate Vice-President in 2021.
Under his leadership, Humber has seen the completion of signature projects including the Barrett Centre for Technology Innovation, The Parking hub, the Student Welcome Centre at Lakeshore Campus, and the Lakeshore Student Fitness Centre. He has also championed major sustainability initiatives, including Humber’s Integrated Energy Master Plan, which is positioning Humber as one of Canada’s most sustainable post-secondary institutions.
Among the most ambitious projects during his tenure is the Humber Cultural Hub at Lakeshore Campus. The 365,000-square-foot, multi-phased facility which will feature world-class performance spaces, film studios, classrooms and more.
Before joining Humber, Angelo began his career in healthcare as hospital planning and management where he had nearly 25 years of extensive experience in capital development and facilities management.
Colleagues will remember Angelo not only for his leadership, but also for his collaborative spirit and ability to inspire those around him. His work has helped create learning environments where students can thrive for years to come.
To celebrate his many accomplishments and wish him well in retirement, a farewell gathering will be held this Friday, November 28, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the NX111 North Community Room. All are welcome to stop by and share their thanks and best wishes.
We are also including a digital retirement card below if you would like to add your farewell thoughts and best wishes to Angelo.