Join Wellness Education and Programs for a calming Sound Bath workshop to promote relaxation and explore how sound benefits mental health. The event will feature a brief presentation on sound therapy and the neuroscience of music, offering insights into how sound can support well-being. Followed by a 45-minute sound bath session, perfect for students seeking stress relief and a deeper understanding of holistic mental health practices.

Register to join

Community Conversations: Building Connections Together 

The Office of Equity, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging (EDIB) is excited to announce a new series: Community Conversations, a welcoming and inclusive space designed to foster dialogue, share experiences, and build connections across our diverse campus community.  

This event is an opportunity to come together, explore meaningful topics around equity, inclusion, and belonging, and collectively imagine how we can make Humber Polytechnic more inclusive for all. 

Through facilitated discussions, we will engage in thoughtful conversations that reflect our shared values of respect, collaboration, and community. Whether you are a student, staff, or faculty member, your voice is important in shaping the future of EDIB at Humber. Together, we can learn, grow, and build connections! 

Join the Office of EDIB for our first Community Conversation: Breaking the Cycle of Hate on: 

• Monday, October 28, 2024 
• Time: 12 to 1 p.m. 
• Location: North Campus, E Concourse 

This first session will be led by Humber student Chandra (Nat) Limiarja, whose project, "Breaking the Cycle of Hate: A Systems Analysis of Anti-LGBT Sentiment in Indonesia," won first place in both Humber's local Map the System competition and the Canadian national finals. Nat’s work stood out among 183 student teams from across Canada, highlighting how systems thinking can address complex social issues like anti-LGBT sentiment. We are honoured to have Nat share his insights and lead this important conversation. 

Following Nat’s presentation, the Office of EDIB will facilitate a community discussion, providing an open space for participants to ask questions, share their thoughts, and debrief on the key points from the presentation. This interactive portion of the event encourages attendees to reflect on how the themes of the presentation connect to broader issues of equity and inclusion within our community.  

Participants are invited to engage in meaningful conversations, answer questions posed by fellow community members and contribute their own insights. Light refreshments will be served, and we encourage everyone to stay afterwards to continue connecting, building relationships, and fostering a sense of community. 

Join our first Community Conversation by registering now.  

We look forward to seeing everyone there!  

In support of National Disability Employment Awareness Month, the Transition to Work team is hosting events for students, and events for employers who hire students for work placements, or permanent positions.

Staff and faculty are welcome to register for Accommodations for Employees with Disabilities: Tips & Tools for Employers; a webinar taking place on Thursday, October 24.

CIBC, sponsor of the Transition to Work program, will open the session, then experts from the Ontario Disability Employment Network and the Institute for Work & Health will share tips and some free online tools to help employers navigate accommodation requests.

Whether you are a hiring manager, team lead or you provide students with career advice, this webinar will provide you with important information to help support the careers of people with disabilities.

Register today!

Did you know that 27 per cent of Canada's population identifies as having one or more disability?  

According to a Deloitte study, businesses with inclusive cultures are eight times more likely to achieve better business outcomes. 

It just makes good business sense to access this talent pool and yet employers often resist hiring student with disabilities.

Staff, faculty, and community members are invited to attend either of the upcoming Transition to Work events and learn about workplace accommodations, and some tips and tools to help employers.

Accommodations for Employees with Disabilities: Tips & Tools for Employers
Thursday, October 24 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Webinar via Teams
Register now

Disability Awareness and Confidence Training Workshop
Gain the knowledge you need to make your organization more inclusive.
Tuesday, October 29 from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
North Campus
Register now