Learning and Development

Welcome to the Employee Learning Calendar, the new one-stop-shop for employee learning. You will find a wide array of employee skill, knowledge and professional development opportunities across the University all in one easy-to-access calendar. Registration is handled by the Human Resources Department. Click on the titles for descriptions and to register.

Use the calendar to help chart your path to success!

 

Training Opportunities

Wake the Giant - Indigenous Culture and Inclusivity Training Course 

Supported by Canadian Heritage and the Government of Ontario.

Wake the Giant is expanding its efforts to support more inclusive communities by launching a new online learning platform, that brings its Indigenous Culture and Inclusivity Training Course to life in a dynamic and accessible way.

Learn more here

 

The Safer STEM Lab

A Professional Training Series to Prevent and Address Sexual Harassment in Experiential Learning.

The Safer STEM Lab is a free, six-part professional training series by the Courage to Act Foundation. This virtual program equips participants with the skills and tools to prevent sexual harassment and foster safer, more inclusive learning and working environments.

Learn more here

Lakehead Leader Discussion Panel

Leaders from Lakehead University share experiences from their Leadership journey.

Watch this recorded panel discussion - Leadership and its Role in Managing Change

Part One

Part Two

Part Three

Leadercast - One-Day Leadership Conference

Lakehead University Proudly Brings You the World’s Largest One-Day Leadership Conference!

Lakehead Employees – you’ve asked for more development opportunities, and we’ve listened.

As part of our ongoing commitment to invest in our people, Human Resources is thrilled to offer complimentary access to Leadercast 2025 – Leadercast is the world’s largest one-day leadership conference. This event is being brought to our campuses between June 18th and July 10th as part of Lakehead’s strategic focus on cultivating leadership at all levels.

Now in its 25th year, Leadercast is a globally renowned event that inspires, equips, and empowers leaders through practical insights and dynamic speakers. We strongly encourage you to make the most of this opportunity by attending as many sessions as possible. Whether you're a seasoned leader or aspiring to grow your influence, this conference is designed to elevate the leadership culture across our University.

Event Day Schedule - June 18, 24, 35, July 3

Speaker Recap's

Read more here: Leadercast

Feedback Form - Leadercast 2025