Summer Outdoor Yoga Series (2019)

Alumni Hall

Jun 25, 2019 to Aug 27, 2019
12:15PM to 12:45PM

Summer Outdoor Yoga Series Looking for a change of scenery? Take your practice outdoors! Outdoor classes add a different dimension to one's practice and pare yoga down to its original link with nature. Please bring a towel, sunglasses and sunscreen to ensure a positive experience. Mats will be provided. Tuesdays, June 25th – August 27th…

Information Webinar about McMaster Staff Programs

Aug 28, 2019
11:00AM to 12:00PM

As a community, McMaster University is dedicated to the pursuit of lifelong learning and skill development. McMaster employees have the opportunity to participate in professional development courses funded by the Human Resources Department at no cost to them or their own department. To learn more, join us for a free information session webinar on Wednesday,…

Photo Challenge: Keep Calm and Picnic On

Jul 29, 2019 to Aug 31, 2019
12:00AM to 11:59PM

This summer, ALL McMaster employees are encouraged to picnic for lunch! Get your co-workers together, bring your manager, or picnic yourself- we want you outside. The challenge? take a picture of you and your co-workers having your lunch outside, and send it to us on social media or via email using the information above. Weekly prizes…

Retirement Ready - Salaried Pension Plan

MDCL 3020

Sep 16, 2019
5:30PM to 7:30PM

This workshop is intended for active employees enrolled in a Contributory Pension Plan.  In this workshop, participants will: explore an overview of the Contributory Pension Plans, including how your pension is calculated and the pension options available to you. review key ages and dates in the retirement process. learn about the retirement process, including key…

Retirement Ready - Salaried Pension Plan

MILLS LIBRARY L113

Sep 17, 2019
9:00AM to 11:00AM

This workshop is intended for active employees enrolled in a Contributory Pension Plan.  In this workshop, participants will: explore an overview of the Contributory Pension Plans, including how your pension is calculated and the pension options available to you. review key ages and dates in the retirement process. learn about the retirement process, including key…

TMG Day of Service 2019

Gilmour Hall, Room 111

Sep 20, 2019
8:15AM to 4:30PM

Each year, members of McMaster’s TMG group volunteer in the community through the TMG Day of Service initiative.  This initiative is run by an organizing committee made up of TMG members.  Based on survey feedback, this year the committee has partnered with multiple community agencies throughout the Downtown Hamilton area. Date: Friday September 20th, 2019 Timing:…

One for the Road – McMaster Lunchtime Activities

Jun 21, 2019 to Sep 23, 2019
12:00AM to 11:59PM

Here at Healthy Workplace, we want you to Take Back Your Lunch this summer! Below are some health-related benefits of taking your lunch as well as some activities to partake in at all McMaster Campuses! Does your department do anything special during lunch or throughout the workday? Do you take meetings outside? Walk with your…

Mental Health First Aid - September 2019

Mills Library, Connection Centre L113

Sep 25, 2019 to Sep 26, 2019
9:00AM to 4:30PM

Mental Health First Aid Training (September session) When:  September 25 & 26, 2019 Time:  9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Where:  Mills Library, Connection Centre, L113 Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) is a two day interactive course with a focus on adults with mental health problems. Practical skills are taught using a model that is easy to apply…

New Employee Orientation Program - October

McMaster University Club - Great Hall

Oct 1, 2019
8:30AM to 4:00PM

New Employee Orientation Program The McMaster New Employee Orientation Program (NEO) is designed to be an informative and highly interactive experience to welcome new employees to the University. If you are a new employee to McMaster, don’t miss your opportunity to join fellow new hires for an engaging day of learning about the University’s mission, structure, culture,…

2019 Pull4Mac Bus Pull

Green Space, Burke Science Building

Oct 8, 2019
11:30AM to 2:00PM

  About Pull4Mac The McMaster United Way and Healthy Workplace Committees invite you to participate in the 6th Annual Pull4Mac Bus Pull. Teams are encouraged to register, raise money, and work together to pull a McMaster Shuttle Bus 100 feet to the finish line to kick off the McMaster United Way Campaign. This fundraising event…

Mental Health First Aid - November 2019

Mills Library, Connection Centre L113

Nov 20, 2019 to Nov 21, 2019
9:00AM to 4:30PM

Mental Health First Aid Training (November session) When:  November 20 & 21, 2019 Time:  9:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Where:  Mills Library, Connection Centre, L113 Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) is a two day interactive course with a focus on adults with mental health problems. Practical skills are taught using a model that is easy to apply…

Fall Yoga (2019)

Mindfulness Centre, David Braley Athletic Centre

Oct 3, 2019 to Nov 22, 2019
12:05PM to 12:55PM

Fall Yoga   Yoga is one of the simplest forms of exercise you can do to improve your health, mind, and body. Research shows that adding this ancient practice into your lifestyle can help boost your brain and heart health as well as the body strength and flexibility— just to name a few. To put…

Retirement Ready - Salaried Pension Plan

MDCL 3020

Nov 25, 2019
5:30PM to 7:30PM

This workshop is intended for active employees enrolled in a Contributory Pension Plan.  In this workshop, participants will: explore an overview of the Contributory Pension Plans, including how your pension is calculated and the pension options available to you. review key ages and dates in the retirement process. learn about the retirement process, including key…

Retirement Ready - Salaried Pension Plan

MDCL 3020

Nov 26, 2019
9:00AM to 11:00AM

This workshop is intended for active employees enrolled in a Contributory Pension Plan.  In this workshop, participants will: explore an overview of the Contributory Pension Plans, including how your pension is calculated and the pension options available to you. review key ages and dates in the retirement process. learn about the retirement process, including key…

Winter Yoga (2020)

Mindfulness Centre, David Braley Athletic Centre

Jan 16, 2020 to Mar 6, 2020
12:05PM to 12:55PM

Winter Yoga (Tentative) Winter can be a tough season to stick to your yoga practice. But if you change your clothes with the seasons, so why not your yoga practice? Numerous studies have linked regular yoga practice to improved mental health: it fights seasonal affective disorder, depression and stress. Join us to stretch, warm your…