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Service Awards

McMaster University is fortunate to have long serving employees who have contributed to making McMaster one of the top universities in the world. It is important that our employees are acknowledged for their significant contributions, and McMaster’s formal recognition programs are just one way we can show appreciation for the dedication of our employees.

 

Congratulations to all eligible staff who reached a service milestone between July 1, 2025 and June 30, 2026!

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Service Awards Celebration 2026

Congratulations to our employees who are celebrating 10 to 45 years with McMaster.

On Wednesday, June 24, we had the pleasure of celebrating employees at McMaster’s annual Years of Service Celebration, held at The Loft Banquet Hall in the MSU Hub. 

The event brought colleagues together to recognize the dedication, commitment, and lasting contributions of staff who reached significant service milestones. Guests enjoyed a celebratory luncheon, heard remarks from President and Vice-Chancellor, Susan Tighe, and took time to connect while reflecting on the impact of their collective achievements.

Take a look at some highlights from this year’s celebration in the photo gallery below!

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Reminder: Gift Information Learn more

Gift selection is available from June 22, 2026 – July 30, 2026.

Congratulations on reaching your service milestone! Please review the Service Awards updates and Gift Catalogue before selecting your gift.

To select your gift, please visit Service Awards Gift Selection Form and log in using your McMaster email. Once your order is confirmed, you will receive a confirmation message. If you need assistance, please contact wellbeing@mcmaster.ca

 

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

The Service Awards program celebrates McMaster University staff who have attained a service milestone of 10, 15, 20, 30, 35, 40, 45, or 50 years of service. It’s a way to recognize and honour their dedication and contributions to the university community.

Staff who have contributed continuous service and whose benefit service date indicates they have attained 10, 15, 20, 30, 35, 40, 45, or 50 years of service between July 1 and June 30 are eligible to attend the celebration taking place in the summer (typically June each year).

Eligible staff will receive an invitation to their McMaster email outlining the details of the celebration and requesting an RSVP.  Invitations are typically sent out in March each year.  All recipients are also listed on this Service Awards webpage under their service milestone year.

The event includes an afternoon of connection, conversation, and celebration, featuring:

  • Remarks from the President in honour of your contributions
  • Opportunities to connect and network with fellow honourees
  • A delicious lunch prepared by McMaster’s award-winning culinary team; and
  • A commemorative token of appreciation for your valued years of service

Yes.  During the registration process, our team will ask whether you have any food allergies, dietary restrictions or accessibility needs.  Please ensure you outline your needs on the registration form. You are also welcome to reach out to us at wellbeing@mcmaster.ca to discuss any required accommodations.

The current format if for recipients only.  Guests are not permitted.

During the registration process, our team will ask you whether you require a parking voucher to attend the celebration. If you would like us to provide you with a voucher, please let us know at the time of registration. The voucher will cover the cost of your parking during the celebration. In our confirmation and reminder messages, we will let you know which parking lots the vouchers are valid in. Visit this website for parking lot locations and directions.

Staff who have reached a service milestone between July 1 and June 30 will receive an invitation (typically) in March for a celebration that takes place (typically) in June each year.  If you did not receive an invitation, please email wellbeing@mcmaster.ca so we can connect with you personally.

* Please note that invitations are sent via email to your McMaster email address.  Please ensure you check your McMaster email for your invitation.

As a reminder, eligible staff and faculty who reach 25 years of service during the calendar year will be acknowledged as part of the Quarter Century Club celebration. Typically, recipients receive a notification from Human Resources Services in the Fall each year.

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Andrianna Kabitsis

Associate Director, Employee & Workplace Well-being

(905) 525-9140 x21371 kabitsi@mcmaster.ca

Karli Dillane-Bedford

Coordinator, Workplace Health & Well-being Strategies

1 (905) 525-9140 dillankm@mcmaster.ca