NSERC Engage grants are designed to give innovative companies that operate from a Canadian base access to the knowledge, expertise and capabilities available at Humber. These grants are intended to foster the development of new research partnerships by supporting short-term research and development projects. A maximum grant of $25,000 over a period of normally six months will be awarded to support the project costs. Full details will be covered in the workshop.

Come to our party! And discover the simplified application and decision processes that will enable funding for your applied research project. The mutually beneficial projects are expected to result in economic benefits to the (for-profit) company and to Canada and to build impactful longer-term collaborations between Humber and industry. This interactive and hands-on workshop series will acquaint participants with the process of applying for Engage grants. Participants will come away from the workshops with a greater sense of confidence and an understand of what it takes to be successful.

If you are not able to attend but are interested in participating in a Grant Application, please connect with Camila Perez, Project Coordinator (camila.perezpena@humber.ca). Once you register we’ll send you preliminary information and templates in advance of the workshop.

Registrer here

The MHFA Canada program aims to improve mental health literacy and provide the skills and knowledge to help people better manage potential or developing mental health problems in themselves, a family member, a friend, a colleague, or student. This comprehensive two-day program teaches people how to recognize the signs and symptoms of mental health problems, provide initial help, and guide a person towards appropriate professional help. 

Note: Participants must complete both days to obtain the certificate of completion from the Mental Health First Aid Commission.

Please click here to register or contact Maureen at learninghrs@humber.ca to reserve your spot in this popular program. 

Learning & Development, Organizational Effectiveness

NSERC Engage grants are designed to give innovative companies that operate from a Canadian base access to the knowledge, expertise and capabilities available at Humber. These grants are intended to foster the development of new research partnerships by supporting short-term research and development projects. A maximum grant of $25,000 over a period of normally six months will be awarded to support the project costs. Full details will be covered in the workshop.

Come to our party! And discover the simplified application and decision processes that will enable funding for your applied research project. The mutually beneficial projects are expected to result in economic benefits to the (for-profit) company and to Canada and to build impactful longer-term collaborations between Humber and industry. This interactive and hands-on workshop series will acquaint participants with the process of applying for Engage grants. Participants will come away from the workshops with a greater sense of confidence and an understand of what it takes to be successful.

If you are not able to attend but are interested in participating in a Grant Application, please connect with Camila Perez, Project Coordinator (camila.perezpena@humber.ca). Once you register we’ll send you preliminary information and templates in advance of the workshop.

Registrer here

Join Catherine Peters, Partner, Hicks Morley and Njeri Damali Sojourner-Campbell, Associate, Hicks Morley:

Catherine Peters is a partner in the firm and the Chair of the Hicks Morley Human Rights Practice Group. She is also the Chair of the firm’s Diversity Committee. Catherine provides strategic advice to clients on a wide variety of human rights, employment law, labour relations, and administrative law matters, and represents clients before arbitration boards, human rights tribunals, and a variety of administrative tribunals. A significant component of Catherine’s practice focuses on the post-secondary education sector.

Njeri Damali Sojourner-Campbell is an employment, labour and human rights lawyer in Hicks Morley’s Toronto office. Njeri provides strategic advice and representation before administrative tribunals and courts. She also assists clients to execute workplace investigations, and provides training seminars on a range of labour and human rights topics. A believer in the importance of mentorship and career sponsorship, Njeri regularly sets aside time to mentor pre-law and law students.

Workshop goals:

• Review employee’s rights and responsibilities under Humber’s Human Rights Policy
• Discuss how to identify and prevent a poisoned work environment at Humber
• Explain the College’s duty to accommodate under the Ontario Human Rights Code