This week will be the last week we will offer in-person drop-in sessions at the North Campus. Our in-person support at the North Campus will resume in January 2025 (Winter 2025 semester).
Starting next week we will be at the Lakeshore Campus.
Dates: November 6, 13, 21 and 27
Time: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Location: Lakeshore Campus, WEL 302A
Representatives from Talent Acquisition and Total Rewards will be available to assist you with various topics, including offer creation and acceptance, system access, banking setup, benefits enrollment, pension inquiries, etc.
We look forward to connecting and assisting you with all your HR questions.
People(s) & Culture
Nurture with Nature is a free art program at the Humber Arboretum for any adults in the Rexdale community.
Through themed weekly art sessions using various mediums, participants will explore topics such as sustainability, the reciprocal relationship between people and the land (through a decolonial and anti-oppressive framework), and the value of diversity in the natural world.
No arts or nature experience is required, and all art materials will be provided to you free of cost.
Where: Meet at the front door of the Centre for Urban Ecology in the Humber Arboretum. The Humber Arboretum is found behind Humber Polytechnic North Campus.
The Centre for Urban Ecology is the glass building with the red door.
View the location on Google Maps.
(Please note that portions of the session will be outdoors, so please dress for the weather.)
When: 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. on
How: These events are free but space is limited. Please register to reserve your spot.
Humber Polytechnic is thrilled to invite you to our upcoming event, Data Analytics: Unleashing Insights; Connecting Minds, where we will dive into the exciting world of data analytics and its transformative potential. This event promises to be an insightful and engaging experience, bringing together experts, leaders, and enthusiasts from various industries to explore the power of data and its role in shaping our present and future.
Event Details:
Date: November 12, 2024
Time: 3 - 6 p.m.
Venue: North Campus
Location: Barrett CTI, 5th Floor
Register: https://dataanalytics.eventbrite.ca
In today's data-driven world, the ability to extract meaningful insights from vast and complex datasets has become a game-changer for organizations and individuals alike. Data Analytics: Unleashing Insights; Connecting Minds aims to shed light on the significance of data analytics as a catalyst for innovation, informed decision-making, and enhanced efficiency across industries.
Don't miss out on this exceptional opportunity to immerse yourself in a day of learning, networking, and inspiration. Space is limited, so we encourage you to register early.
Free Pie on Pi Day
The Math & Writing Centre is pleased to announce our Fall 2024 Pi Day event featuring free pie to all Humber and Guelph-Humber students.
On Tuesday, November 12, at 1:59 p.m., we will once again be celebrating Pi Day (p = 3.14159... November 9 is the 314th day of the year, so we feel that November 12 is close enough).
Free slices of pie will be given out (while supplies last) at around 2 p.m. at both locations of the Math & Writing Centre - North Campus, LRC third floor and Lakeshore Campus, Building F, room F201.
There is no need to register. Students can just walk in at the above time and bring their ap-pie-tite! Please let students know about this fun and delicious event and share the attached poster.
Many thanks,
Franc Jamieson, Writing Specialist Coordinator
Please join the Humber and the University of Guelph-Humber community for our Remembrance Day service on November 11 at 10:50 a.m. in the E-Concourse at North Campus.
Other participation options:
Join the Etobicoke Master Gardeners (EMG) and the Humber Arboretum online for an exciting journey into indoor plant gardening.
We will discuss:
Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned gardener, this workshop has something for everyone. Join us to learn how to turn your indoor space into a vibrant, green haven.
This workshop is part of the Eco-Garden Community Workshop series hosted by the Etobicoke Master Gardeners and Humber Arboretum throughout the year.
This free event is open to anyone.
When: Saturday, November 9, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. (EST)
Where: Online via Zoom
How: Register in advance through Eventbrite to receive the link
This November 9 and 16, the Longo Centre for Entrepreneurship proudly presents the Longo Family Be Your Own Boss High School Boot Camp!
Over two action-packed days, students will transform their business ideas into real opportunities through engaging workshops, collaborative group challenges, and fun games. This hands-on workshop is designed to spark their creativity, refine their business concepts, and equip them with essential entrepreneurial skills.
Successful participants of the Longo Family Be Your Own Boss High School Boot Camp have the opportunity to participate in a video pitch competition to win a share of $6,500.
Learn more and share registration form to apply.
If you have any questions please email cfe@humber.ca.
Please encourage high school students to participate. Thank you for your support!
Neurodiversity in Nature is a free, nature-focused and arts-inspired program for post-secondary students from any school who identify with neurodivergence. We encourage the Humber community to share this opportunity with students.
Led by a neurodivergent Outdoor Educator from the Humber Arboretum, we will explore a different theme each Friday afternoon in November. Students are welcome to attend one, some, or all:
All sessions take place from 3 to 4:30 p.m.
No previous experience in nature or arts is necessary, and all materials will be provided to participants for free.
Participants can choose to submit their art for publication in a zine that will be distributed through various organizations in the Rexdale neighbourhood.
Where: Meet at the Centre for Urban Ecology in the Humber Arboretum. The Humber Arboretum is found behind North Campus. The Centre for Urban Ecology is the glass building with the red door (U Building).
See the location on Google Maps.
(Please note that portions of the session will be outdoors, so participants should dress for the weather.)
How: While the events are free, space is limited. Please register in advance to reserve your spot.
Neurodiversity in Nature is presented with funding from the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority.
Hey Humber faculty and staff, its time to take a health and wellness break.
Humber's Semester 5 Massage Therapy students will be offering free chair/table massages in the LRC Concourse on Friday, October 18 from 1:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. and Friday, November 8 from 1:30 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Feel free to come on down!
Join Humber Arboretum staff online for a casual chat about the fascinating world of fungus!
We will explore the symbiotic relationships fungi have with plants and their importance in maintaining the health of people and the ecosystems that we live in.
The Nature Exchange is a series of free, online events open to all. Arboretum staff and guests share stories and answer questions. You are welcome to join the conversation or just listen in.
No registration is required. You can learn more about the Nature Exchange on the Arboretum website, or simply join the Teams meeting on Friday, November 8 at 11:30 a.m.
Meeting ID: 240 919 102 047
Passcode: EUkzou
Please note that this event will be recorded and may be shared online after the fact.
