Upcoming Events - Human Resources

Webinar: Sustainable Practices at Work and Home

Jul 13, 2020
10:00AM to 11:00AM

Join AVP and Chief Facilities Officer Debbie Martin to learn about methods to practice sustainable living while working at home or onsite. Additionally, participants will learn about what McMaster University is doing in the sustainability space. Register here

Webinar: Designing Your Life for Sustainable Living

Jul 15, 2020
11:00AM to 12:00PM

Facilitators: Dr. Minna Allarakhia - Management Science Faculty & Imran Allarakhia - Grade 4 student and co-author Sustainable living is a lifestyle that seeks to minimize an individual’s footprint by reducing the use of resources. Through an assessment of food and dietary practices, energy consumption, methods of transportation, water consumption, product purchasing, and usage patterns,…

New Employee Orientation Program - July 2020

Jul 22, 2020
9:00AM to 11:30AM

NOTE: this session will be delivered virtually. Additional details to be provided to participants. 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…

Information Webinar about Essentials and Corporate Training Programs

Jul 28, 2020
11:00AM to 12:00PM

As a community, McMaster University is dedicated to the pursuit of lifelong learning and skill development. Learn more and gain a better understanding of our Essentials programs available and our Corporate Training options. You'll also have the opportunity to ask us questions. Join us for a free program preview webinar on Tuesday, July 28, 2020…

Managing Remote Teams

Jul 28, 2020
10:30AM to 11:30AM

Many teams around the globe are working remotely or offering flexible work schedules due to the pandemic. Although remote work arrangements come with many benefits, including improved employee productivity and greater job satisfaction, as a leader, it’s important to understand what the barriers are and how to overcome them to build a successful and productive…

Virtual Wellness 'Crafternoon' Break

Jul 29, 2020
3:00PM to 4:00PM

Join us for a virtual wellness “Crafternoon” break. A creative act such as crafting can help focus the mind and has even been compared to meditation due to its calming effects on the brain and body. Even if you feel “not-so-crafty”, this session is designed with you in mind. You don’t have to be artistic…

Healthy Workplace: July Yoga

Jul 9, 2020 to Jul 30, 2020
10:30AM to 11:30AM

Back by popular demand! Join Jenn Stanley for all-levels intro to yoga. This class will feature movement and poses with extra instruction for those new to the practice of yoga, but will also include poses familiar to those with a regular practice. We will focus on intentional movement and breath with the goal of finishing…

Information Webinar about McMaster Staff Programs

Aug 7, 2020
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 Friday,…

New Employee Orientation Program - August 2020

Aug 11, 2020
9:00AM to 11:30AM