News

On November 20, 2024, an ***AMENDED*** memo was issued outlining the dates of the December/January Holiday Closure 2024/2025.

The December 2024/January 2025 Holiday Schedule is now available on the Paid Holidays web page.

Our new Human Resources Management System, Gryphons At Work is now live!

All university employees have full access to “My Employee Profile” with the ability to update the following information directly:

Congrats to our May 2024 “G” Thanks! Winner Pascale Léger from Computing & Communications Services!

In her nomination, Martha Turner wrote:

UPP delivered strong results, ending the year fully funded and with a 10.2% annual rate of return—staying well-equipped to deliver dependable, lifelong pension income to members today and over the long term.

Annual Report Hightlights

As sunny weather approaches, HR Learning & Development is pleased to announce that our Summer Programming is open for registration. Whether you are looking to expand your digital skills or enhance your relationships with your colleagues, we offer a wide variety of programs to meet your needs. A huge thank you to all our campus collaborators who make these programs possible! 

Highlighted Programming for Staff and Faculty

Congrats to our April 2024 “G” Thanks! Winner Laura Faris from Molecular and Cellular Biology!

In her nomination, Katelyn Gilmore wrote: Laura is my colleague who has been training me within my new role at U of G over the past month. She has made me feel welcomed to the team and into my new role, has always been patient when I have asked her so many questions while learning, and has taken the time for me despite having her own workload to worry about. I appreciate her for all that she has done to help me transition to my new career at U of G.

The University of Guelph is honoured to recognize faculty and staff celebrating 25 years of service at a formal event being hosted by President Yates on May 2.  To view the list of this years 25 year honourees please visit our Awards and Recognition web page. 

In 1984, the Canadian Labour Congress established April 28th as the National Day of Mourning in Canada to remember and honour those who have died, been injured or suffered illness in the workplace.

A joint proclamation recognizing the day has been issued by University of Guelph and the University’s unions and employee group leaders.

The University of Guelph has finalized the Group Benefit premium rates with Sun Life for the upcoming policy year starting May 1, 2024

A notice with details for employees can be found here