Employee Benefits - Overview

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At Lakehead University, we believe that our employees are our greatest asset. That's why we are committed to providing a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and financial security. Whether you're planning for the future, seeking balance in your daily life, or focusing on your personal wellness, our benefits are here to help you thrive—both at work and beyond. Explore the resources available to you, and discover how we’re invested in your success.

All benefit inquires must be sent to benefits.hr@lakeheadu.ca

If you are unsure if you are eligible for benefits, please refer to your offer letter or email us to confirm. 

If you are new in your role and/or new to benefits and have not received the benefits orientation email (which provides informational documents and enrollment forms), please contact us immediately via email at benefits.hr@lakeheadu.ca.

Non-union

Schedule II (Bands 1-9), Technical Staff, Research, Postdoctoral Fellows 

Benefit Summary for employees in permanent Schedule II (Bands 1-9) & Technical Staff positions

Benefit Summary for employees in fixed-term/contract non-union positions (refer to your offer letter)

Senior Administration

Schedule II (Bands 10+) and Deans

Benefit Summary

Specific Benefit Details

Unions

Benefit Summary (For LUFA)

Benefit Summary (For COPE, OPSEU, Unifor, USW, IUOE)

CUPE does not have a benefit summary. You can review the specific CUPE Benefit Details

Benefit News and Updates

July and August's Highlight from TELUS Health One website/app

JULY

Sleep and recovery aren’t luxuries - they are essential for optimal brain function, physical health, and overall performance

Why does this matter?  

  • Memory formation – Sleep consolidates what you've learned during the day
  • Emotional regulation – Quality rest helps you manage emotions and stress
  • Mental clarity – Sleep directly impacts cognitive function and focus
  • Physical recovery – Restorative rest is essential for your body's healing and repa

Remember: In our busy, always-on world, sleep is often the first casualty of productivity-chasing. But the science is clear: you can't perform at your best, manage stress effectively, or maintain emotional resilience without prioritizing restorative sleep. It's not selfish - it's essential to thriving!

Learn more: Here are some wellness resources from TELUS Health One (one.telushealth.com).

Additional Key Dates in July:

  • 24th: International Self-Care Day
  • 30th: International Day of Friendship

 

August

Digital wellness means developing healthy technology habits that support rather than drain your mental wellbeing, from setting screen time boundaries to creating tech-free spaces for rest. 

Mental Health & Wellbeing 

  • Reduces stress and anxiety caused by constant connectivity and information overload 
  • Decreases symptoms of burnout and digital fatigue 
  • Improves mood and emotional regulation by limiting exposure to negative news cycles 
  • Supports better mental clarity and focus throughout the day 
  • Reduces "Zoom fatigue" and screen-related mental exhaustion 

Physical Health 

  • Improves sleep quality by reducing evening screen exposure and blue light exposure 
  • Decreases eye strain, headaches, and neck/back pain from prolonged screen use 
  • Supports better posture and ergonomic health 
  • Reduces physical tension and muscle fatigue associated with extended device use 
  • Lowers cortisol levels (stress hormone) through tech-free recovery periods 

Learn more: Log-in to TELUS Health One URL: one.telushealth.com   | TELUS Health One App and access links below.  

Additional Key Dates in August:

  • Aug 19th – International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples 
  • Aug 31st – International Overdose Awareness Day