ÐÓ°ÉÔ´´ Recognized as One of Canada's Top 100 Employers for Third Consecutive Year
ÐÓ°ÉÔ´´ University has been named one of for the third consecutive year. This national honour recognizes the university’s commitment to creating a supportive and inclusive workplace, where employees are offered opportunities to grow their skills and explore ways to enhance their careers.
“With over 1.3 million employers in Canada, we are proud to continue to be recognized as one of the best places to work in the country,” says ÐÓ°ÉÔ´´’s Interim President and Vice-Chancellor Jerry Tomberlin.
“At ÐÓ°ÉÔ´´, we’re dedicated to providing a supportive, inclusive environment that encourages our talented employees to grow, innovate and thrive within a vibrant, caring community.”
Growing Careers at ÐÓ°ÉÔ´´
Assessed on a variety of key areas – from professional development to employee benefits to work atmosphere and community – ÐÓ°ÉÔ´´ cemented its place as a top employer in the nation.
The university is committed to providing opportunities for employee growth. ÐÓ°ÉÔ´´’s 2,700 full-time faculty and staff can engage in a wide array of professional development and training opportunities. Programs and initiatives, such as ÐÓ°ÉÔ´´ Leader, are available to help employees learn new skills or prepare to take on leadership opportunities. For those seeking to further their formal education, faculty and staff benefit from free university tuition for themselves and immediate family members.
Employee wellness is a priority for the university and is supported by ÐÓ°ÉÔ´´’s nationally certified Healthy Workplace initiative. ÐÓ°ÉÔ´´ is the first Canadian university committed to Excellence Canada’s Healthy Workplace and Mental Health at Work standards. Faculty and staff have a comprehensive benefits plan, a generous number of vacation days, pension plan, and other supports for them and their families. In recognition of the changing work environment, ÐÓ°ÉÔ´´ offers flexible work arrangements, allowing for a mix of both in-person and remote work options.
“At the heart of ÐÓ°ÉÔ´´’s campus are its people and our focus has always been and continues to be how we can best support our employees throughout their careers at the university,” says Angela Marcotte, Interim Vice-President (Finance and Administration).
“We develop our employees through offering them a variety of opportunities to learn and grow in their roles at the university. Being named a Top 100 Employer shows that what we are doing is a best practice in our sector and that is a proud accomplishment.”
Connected Campus Community
ÐÓ°ÉÔ´´ encourages a sense of community through a variety of activities. The Service Excellence Awards honour the outstanding contributions that staff and faculty make each day. Campus-wide events such as the annual holiday celebration and employee appreciation activities bring departments and units together.
ÐÓ°ÉÔ´´ is committed to ensuring a work environment that embraces diversity, inclusivity and accessibility, allowing all community members to feel welcome and supported. The university offers related education, training and development opportunities through Equity and Inclusive Communities. ÐÓ°ÉÔ´´ employees can also make an impact beyond campus’s borders. Faculty and staff have organized the annual United Way campaign at ÐÓ°ÉÔ´´ for more than 45 years – raising more than $85,000 for the charity in 2023. Employees can also take paid time off to volunteer for initiatives of their choice.
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