Human Resources News

2025
Mar
18
A Gathering for Faculty and Staff: An Afternoon of Wellness
The Social Committee is hosting A Gathering for Faculty and Staff: An Afternoon of Wellness on April 17th, 2025 from 2-4pm in the Main Dining Hall (... full story
Feb
27
Employee Appreciation Day: Join the Celebration & Prize Draws!
Get ready to celebrate Employee Appreciation Day on March 7th, 2025!
Feb
24
Join us for the fourth annual Royal Mental Hygiene Challenge! ๐Ÿ’ช๐Ÿง 
We challenge you to join us in building healthy mental hygiene habits that support your mental wellness!
Feb
4
Get Ready to Gather! New Employee Wellness Initiative Launching Soon
Lakehead Gathers is a series of events all about creating a space where we come together, connect, and build a true sense of belonging.
Jan
30
Employees Thrived
From January 20th to 24th, Thrive Week provided staff, faculty, and students with opportunities to prioritize their well-being through various events... full story
Jan
29
Shifting the Focus from Weight to Health; Eating Disorder Awareness Week Tookit; ASIST Courses
TBDHU - Wellness@Work Update - January 29, 2025
Jan
29
CAAT: Kick off the new year with a CAAT learning session!
The CAAT Pension Plan is a multi-employer defined benefit pension plan in Ontario, Canada, offering secure lifetime pensions to its members across... full story
Jan
22
[Lakehead Gathers: Your Community, Your Wellbeing]
Lakehead Gathers is a series of events all about creating a space where we come together, connect, and build a true sense of belonging.
Jan
16
Discover Purpose and Balance in the 7th Edition of Our Trail to Wellness
The 7th edition of Our Trail to Wellness focuses on Occupational Wellness, highlighting strategies for work-life balance, career satisfaction, and... full story
Jan
15
GreenShield: What's New - Winter 2025
Your GreenShield+ Dashboard has been updated to make it easier for you to access your services.
2024
Dec
18
Workplace Wellness Update for Thunder Bay and District
TBDHU - Wellness@Work update - December 17, 2024
Dec
13
CAAT: December Member Newsletter
The CAAT Pension Plan is a multi-employer defined benefit pension plan in Ontario, Canada, offering secure lifetime pensions to its members across... full story
Dec
13
Family & Friends Holiday Hockey Night ๐Ÿฅ…๐Ÿ’๐ŸŽ‰
Join us for a fun-filled family night at the Lakehead Thunderwolves hockey game! Free tickets are available on a first-come, first-served basis. RSVP... full story
Dec
9
CAAT: Happy Holidays from CAAT Pension Plan!
As we wrap up the year, CAAT Pension Plan thanks you for the trust and confidence youโ€™ve placed in us to provide the pension security you seek.
Nov
22
CAAT: November is Financial Literacy Month
Nov
11
Workplace Wellness Update for Thunder Bay and District
TBDHU - Wellness@Work update - November 15, 2024
Nov
7
CAAT: Attend a CAAT webinar before the busy holiday season!
Whether youโ€™re getting ready to retire, thinking about joining, or making a pension purchase, this webinar is perfect for every stage of your CAAT... full story
Nov
7
#NoStigmaNovember - Stop the Stigma
Student Health and Wellness is celebrating #NoStigmaNovember
Nov
5
Participaction - 5 mental health-boosting habits to adopt ๐Ÿง 
5 small habits that can make a big difference to your mental health
Nov
5
A Hauntingly Good Time at Lakehead's 2nd Annual Employee Halloween Contest
Thank you to everyone who participated in this year's Employee Halloween contest, coordinated by the Lakehead University Social Committee! Your... full story
Oct
9
Boost Your Financial Health: October Wellness Newsletter Now Available!
The October 2024 "Our Trail to Wellness" newsletter focuses on financial wellness, offering tips for setting SMART goals, budgeting, and... full story
Oct
8
Thank You for Joining Us at the Staff and Faculty Coffee Break
Thank you to everyone who attended last week's Staff & Faculty Coffee Break hosted by the Lakehead University Social Committee!
Oct
2
Complete your health risk assessment (HRA) for a chance to win!
Complete your Change4Life health risk assessment (HRA) between October 1 and December 31, and you will be entered into a random draw to win a $200... full story
Aug
12
Lakehead Rocks Lake Tamblyn Attendance Draw Winners Announced!
We are thrilled to announce the winners of the Attendance Draw from our Lakehead Rocks Lake Tamblyn event held on August 7th, 2024!
Aug
9
Thank You for Attending Lakehead Rocks Lake Tamblyn
As the Lakehead University Social Committee continues to enhance our events, we would greatly appreciate your feedback. We look forward to seeing you... full story
Jul
9
Save the Date: Lakehead Rocks Lake Tamblyn
The Lakehead University Social Committee is inviting faculty, staff, and students to participate and enjoy a fun afternoon with their peers and... full story
Jun
19
Our Trail to Wellness Newsletter: Emotional Wellness - June 2024
The Our Trail to Wellness newsletter is intended to provide the students and employees of Lakehead University with additional wellness information... full story
Jun
18
TBay on the Move: Join the Active Commute Challenge (ACC)
๏ปฟ Lakehead University is participating in TBay on the Move's Active Commute Challenge. For the month of June, rethink your commute and swap your... full story
Jun
6
Let's Get Active: Choose Your Move!
On behalf the Lakehead Social Committee please accept our heartfelt thanks to everyone who were so enthusiastic to sign up and move with us at Letโ€™s... full story
May
31
๐ŸŒˆ June marks Pride Month! ๐Ÿณ๏ธโ€๐ŸŒˆ
As a university committed to diversity and inclusion, we encourage all members of our community to actively participate in Pride Month celebrations.
Apr
30
A Gathering for Faculty and Staff: An Afternoon of Wellness
Faculty and staff are invited to the Residence Dining Hall from 2:30 pm to 4:30 pm on Tuesday, May 7th, 2024 to rest and relax with some trivia in... full story
Feb
2
Thrive Week 2024 - Employees Thrived!
For the 5th year, Lakehead University celebrated Thrive Week, from January 22 to 26. It was our biggest Thrive Week yet, and it really felt like a... full story
Jan
19
Celebtrating Thrive Week 2024!
We are helping all members of our Lakehead community explore their pathways to better mental health with our 5th annual Thrive Week from January 22-... full story
2023
Sep
5
Lakehead Rocks Lake Tamblyn was a huge success
Hundreds of faculty, staff, and students enjoyed karaoke, food, and games at Lakehead Rocks Lake Tamblyn, held on Tuesday, Aug. 15.
May
8
Our Trail to Wellness Newsletter
The Our Trail to Wellness newsletter is intended to provide the students and employees of Lakehead University with additional wellness information... full story
Apr
3
Our Trail to Wellness Newsletter
The Our Trail to Wellness newsletter is intended to provide the students and employees of Lakehead University with additional wellness information... full story
2022
Jan
24
First Edition of the Wellness Newsletter
Each newsletter will highlight one or more of the nine dimensions of wellness.
2021
Dec
13
Give the Gift of Lifelong Learning this Year
The Office of Community Engagement and Lifelong Learning's much anticipated 12 Days (or is it ways?) of Learning is back! And, this year we've packed... full story
Jan
25
Lakehead University launching Wellness Strategy to support students, faculty and staff
The Wellness Strategy acknowledges the nine dimensions of wellness and describing a plan to support the wellness needs of students, faculty, and staff
2020
Oct
1
Flu FAQ's
2019
May
16
Lakehead University receiving grant for equity, diversity and inclusion program
Lakehead University is one of only 15 organizations from across Canada awarded a new grant that will help promote equity, diversity and inclusion (... full story
2018
Aug
24
Health and Safety Training for New Personnel โ€“ Tuesday Sept. 11 and 18, Thursday Sept. 20
Aug
1
WHMIS - Changing Requirements Information Session - Monday, August 27, 2018
Aug
1
Chemical Inventory and Hazardous Waste Training - Friday, August 31, 2018
Jul
27
Health and Safety Training for New Personnel - Tuesday, August 21, 2018
Jul
23
WHMIS - Changing Requirements Information Session - Monday, July 30, 2018
Jun
20
Health and Safety Training for New Personnel - July 24, 2018
Jun
8
The Sexual Violence Response Policy has been updated! Are you prepared?
Jun
5
Chemical Inventory and Hazardous Waste Training - Friday, June 29, 2018
Jun
5
WHMIS - Changing Requirements Information Session - Tuesday, June 26, 2018
May
28
Health and Safety Training for New Personnel - Tuesday, June 12
May
18
Sexual and Gender Based Violence Response Policy Training Session
The training is a good way to learn about the Sexual and Gender Based Violence Response Policy, as well as become familiar with the support available... full story
May
3
WHMIS - Changing Requirements Information Session - Monday, May 28, 2018
May
3
Chemical Inventory and Hazardous Waste Training - Thursday, May 31, 2018
May
3
Fire Extinguisher Training - May 30, 2018
Apr
24
Health and Safety Training - May 22, 2018
Apr
24
Health and Safety Training - May 24, 2018