Upcoming Events - Human Resources

Lunchtime Yoga with McMaster Alumni

Mar 3, 2021
12:15PM to 12:45PM

Lunchtime Yoga with McMaster Alumni from January 20, 2021 - December 15, 2021 Join McMaster Alumni and McMaster graduate, Helena McKinney from Hamilton’s In Fine Feather Yoga, for a weekly online yoga session. Every Wednesday, from January 20, 2021 until December 15, 2021, on Zoom at 12:15 pm EST for a 30-minute practice. This series will be…

Employee Wellness Day

Mar 4, 2021
8:30AM to 5:00PM

Our first employee wellness day was such a success, we're doing it again! In partnership with Venngo WorkPerks, GoodLife Fitness and McMaster's Healthy Workplace Committee, we are pleased to offer a second action-packed day featuring free informative and educational workshops from subject-matter experts, as well as exceptional physical activity sessions. BONUS: Prize draws will take place…

International Women’s Day 2021: Choose to Challenge

Mar 8, 2021
12:00PM to 1:00PM

The Academic Women’s Success and Mentorship Committee in collaboration with Human Resources Services proudly present International Women’s Day 2021! This year's theme is Choose to Challenge. Join us for an insightful conversation with a phenomenal panel of speakers discussing the IWD2021 theme Choose to Challenge and how they are championing transformative change across McMaster. Dr.…

Use Your Words: Talking About Your Caregiving to Access Community Support

Mar 9, 2021
12:00PM to 1:00PM

As co-authors of 'The Unexpected Journey of Caring: The Transformation From Loved One to Caregiver', Dr. Zachary White and Donna Thomson are passionate about the role of expressive language in helping caregivers identify their needs and find the right support in their neighbourhoods. Zachary and Donna invite caregivers to join them in this interactive webinar to…

COVID-19: Foundations of positive parenting

Mar 9, 2021
12:00PM to 1:00PM

COVID-19: Foundations of positive parenting The sudden and drastic changes to family life as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic can be overwhelming to children and parents. This practical session will provide employees with the principles and tools of positive parenting that focus on children’s skills in social development and well-being. Employees will also be…

Lunchtime Yoga with McMaster Alumni

Mar 10, 2021
12:15PM to 12:45PM

New Employee Orientation Program - March 11, 2021

Mar 11, 2021
10:00AM to 12:30PM

New Employee Orientation Program The McMaster New Employee Orientation Program (NEO) is designed to be an informative and highly interactive virtual 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 session of learning about the University’s mission,…

Lunchtime Yoga with McMaster Alumni

Mar 17, 2021
12:15PM to 12:45PM

A Brighter World: Stories of Resilience During COVID-19

Mar 18, 2021
12:00PM to 1:00PM

COVID-19 disrupted our lives in many ways, and yet, we still keep moving forward and persevering. Join us on March 18 for a our second speaker series session, focused on positive reflections of what we have been able to do during this time. “A Brighter World: Stories of Resilience During COVID-19” brings together stories from…

Personal Leaders Program - Winter 2021

Mar 23, 2021
9:00AM to 12:00PM

Personal Leaders are all individual contributors. The Personal Leaders Program is a highly practical and engaging program designed for individuals to develop skills that are universally valuable within the McMaster University environment with an eye to future career development.The Personal Leaders Program helps to foster a culture of engagement, collaborative relationship building, and positive change…

Lunchtime Yoga with McMaster Alumni

Mar 24, 2021
12:15PM to 12:45PM

COVID-19: Communication in family life

Mar 25, 2021
12:30PM to 1:30PM

COVID-19: Communication in family life The challenges and uncertainty surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic can be overwhelming: social isolation, worry over family and friends, concern for our well-being, and changes to work and home routines. These added levels of stress are likely to put a strain on family relationships. This session describes some fundamental aspects of communication…

Cori Carl is Director of The Caregiver Space, a community of online support groups for caregivers. Over the years, Cori has nurtured virtual peer support at the Caregiver Space while informally researching the way that both paid and unpaid caregivers currently navigate health care systems, fractured families and uncertain futures. Donna Thomson and Cori Carl…

COVID-19: Loneliness & Isolation Fatigue - Self-Care Strategies

Apr 13, 2021
7:00PM to 8:00PM

COVID-19: Loneliness & Isolation Fatigue - Self-Care Strategies Additional session added* As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, it prolongs the need to maintain physical distancing practices in tandem with adherence to lockdown protocols restricting in-person interactions in order to prevent and mitigate the spread of the virus. While these measures help to keep our communities, families…

Lunchtime Yoga with McMaster Alumni

Apr 14, 2021
12:15PM to 12:45PM

New Employee Orientation Program - April 20, 2021

Apr 20, 2021
10:00AM to 12:30PM

Lunchtime Yoga with McMaster Alumni

Apr 21, 2021
12:15PM to 12:45PM

Lunchtime Yoga with McMaster Alumni

Apr 28, 2021
12:15PM to 12:45PM

Everything You Need to Know About Retiring from McMaster's Salaried Pension Plan

May 4, 2021
2:00PM to 4:00PM

This workshop is intended for active employees enrolled in the Contributory Salaried Pension Plan. In this workshop, participants will: explore an overview of the Contributory Salaried Pension Plan, 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,…

Lunchtime Yoga with McMaster Alumni

May 5, 2021
12:15PM to 12:45PM

Everything You Need to Know About Retiring from McMaster's Salaried Pension Plan

May 6, 2021
10:00AM to 12:00PM

Lunchtime Yoga with McMaster Alumni

May 12, 2021
12:15PM to 12:45PM

Lunchtime Yoga with McMaster Alumni

May 19, 2021
12:15PM to 12:45PM

Lunchtime Yoga with McMaster Alumni

May 26, 2021
12:15PM to 12:45PM

Lunchtime Yoga with McMaster Alumni

Jun 2, 2021
12:15PM to 12:45PM

Spring HR Forum

Jun 3, 2021
9:00AM to 3:00PM

Join your HR partners and colleagues from across the university for a day of informative and interactive sessions on topics meant to connect our virtual campus community. Sessions include a variety of speakers and activities which will enable you to connect with each other, with senior university leaders and with subject matter experts. Who should…