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Need some cheering up? Come get a cookie and a joke January 15 in the Hagey Hall Hub!

Blue Monday: Cookies & Comedy | University of Waterloo Staff Association “Blue Monday” is the so-called “most depressing day of the year,” on the third Monday in January. While that may not exactly be true, this is a difficult time of year for many people, and we bet just about everyone could use cheering up! If you could use some cheer or a treat, swing by the H...

The UWSA Board of Directors has a vacancy and we need someone to fill it ASAP!

Board of Directors seeking applications to fill a vacancy | University of Waterloo Staff Association Following the November 1, 2023, appointment of Lisa Habel to the role of President-elect, the UWSA Board of Directors has a vacancy. In accordance with UWSA By-law article 11.4c, the Board of Directors will select one applicant to fill the vacancy by appointment until the next Annual Meeting (in Oct...

Happy holidays from the UWSA! Here's a look back on recent events and the year overall:

Happy holidays from the UWSA! | University of Waterloo Staff Association A year-end message from UWSA President Yessenia Guerrero. Did you spot us in the winter break video? UW President Vivek Goel released his year-end video last week, exploring the question “What is the University of Waterloo made of?” Look for your Staff Association Operations Team (that’s the t...

Call for Members: Pay Cycles Working Group
DUE BEFORE MONDAY DECEMBER 11!

Call for Members: Pay Cycles Working Group | University of Waterloo Staff Association The UWSA Appointments Committee is seeking two members to sit on a new University-level Pay Cycles Working Group, which will consider changes to pay frequency for UW staff. The Working Group will be advisory to the Provost’s Advisory Committee on Staff Compensation (PACSC). Term: December 18, 2023...

Find out how our salary increases and other compensation is decided—and share your thoughts on this year's priorities—at our December 11 Salary Discussions Town Hall Meeting:

Salary Discussions Town Hall Meeting | University of Waterloo Staff Association We are starting our compensation discussions with the university for a new salary agreement starting May 1, 2024, and we want to hear more from you about what you want to see achieved in this next round of talks. We’re hosting a salary town hall on Monday, December 11, from 12:30 to 1:50 p.m., dur...

Have you completed the Employee Engagement Survey? It closes Friday. This is your chance to let the University know what you think about wellness, confidence in leadership, pay and benefits, training, collaboration, and more! See your email for your link.

Home | Employee Engagement Survey Welcome to the Employee Engagement Survey As a valued member of our community, we want to hear about your experience working at the University of Waterloo. An engaged workforce is important to us, and that’s why we’re providing you with an outlet to share your feedback confidentially and anonymo...

Tomorrow! The 28th Annual UWSA Craft Sale in the Davis Centre starting at 9:30!

28th Annual UWSA Craft Sale | University of Waterloo Staff Association Save the date for the 28th annual UWSA Craft Sale, Thursday, November 23 from 9:30 to 5:30, and Friday, November 24, from 9:00 to 3:00 in the "fishbowl" in the Davis Centre. Do your holiday shopping or just treat yourself to a range of items handmade by UW staff members, including chocolate, plushie...

Tomorrow at 10:00: What mindfulness really means, why we should care, and how it can help you be a better leader!

Slowing Down and Showing Up: Leading with Presence | Waterloo Events 90-minute workshop on a mindfulness-based approach to leadership.

Do you want to learn how to start taming your Internal Critic and the first step to managing stress? Attend or watch this workshop on Thursday!

Slowing Down and Showing Up: Leading with Presence | University of Waterloo Staff Association Dr. Ellen Choi, Assistant Professor, Toronto Metropolitan University, will lead this 90-minute workshop (in-person and online) on a mindfulness-based approach to leadership. The workshop is open to all University of Waterloo staff. During this research-based approach to mindfulness and wellbeing at....

Next week is Treaties Recognition Week in Ontario and the Office of Indigenous Relations is sharing educational resources and hosting a couple events!

Treaties Recognition Week 2023 | Office of Indigenous Relations Explore resources and ways to engage during Treaties Recognition Week 2023 at Waterloo

Meet the candidates in the 2023 presidential election:

Meet the candidates: 2023 presidential election | University of Waterloo Staff Association Starting November 2, all UWSA members will be invited to vote for the next UWSA president! Hear directly from candidates and ask your questions at the Meet the Candidates session November 2 at noon. Check your inbox for event details. The candidates Candidates were asked to provide a statement descr...

Did you get your sticker yet?

Progress Pride Flag stickers on their way to all employees | University of Waterloo Staff Association The Faculty Association and Staff Association have teamed up to print and distribute more than 5,000 pride flag stickers to employees. Posting your sticker somewhere visible in your workspace is one small way to show your support for the 2SLGBTQIA+ community in the wake of the hate attacks of June 2...

We've added some more answers from HR to our Bill 124 salary adjustment FAQ:

2023 Salary Adjustment FAQ | University of Waterloo Staff Association Updated October 24 The provost has announced salary adjustments for staff following the removal of the provincial 1% cap on salary increases that limited our 2021–2024 salary settlement. The adjustment includes additional base salary increases and a lump-sum payment. You can review all the details...

Our annual report got a makeover! Have you read it yet?

Our 2023 Annual Report is out | University of Waterloo Staff Association Our 2023 annual report is ready, and trust me, you’ll want to check it out this year! This year’s report as a whole new look and features our brand new vision, mission, and values statements, information about our new strategic plan, illustrated statistics about the last year, and more – along...

Join us on November 2 for an evening out at Block Three Brewing Company | University of Waterloo Staff Association Come by yourself, or bring colleagues, family, or friends to Block Three Brewing Company! This is a busy time for staff. Take some time for you and join us on November 2 to mingle, eat, and support two great local establishments! Details Date: Thursday November 2, 2023 Time: 6 p.m to 8 p.m. Location...

This Thursday: Help us take care of some official business, be the first to hear the election results, and get updates from president Agata Jagielska at our annual meeting.

2023 Annual Meeting | University of Waterloo Staff Association All UWSA members are invited to attend our 2023 Annual Meeting. Please look for an email with a calendar file and Teams link sent October 5. Date: Thursday, October 26, 2023 Time: 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. Location: Microsoft Teams Chair: Bill Baer, Chair of UWSA Board of Directors On the agenda Time...

This workshop looks fantastic. It covers:
- What mindfulness really means, why we should care, and how it is relevant to leadership.
- The Default Mode Network: How our minds can work against us.
- Why the first step to managing stress occurs by connecting to our physical body.
- How to start taming your Internal Critic.

Slowing Down and Showing Up: Leading with Presence | Waterloo Events 90-minute workshop on a mindfulness-based approach to leadership.

TOMORROW: Come play games at lunch!

Games @ Lunch | University of Waterloo Staff Association All staff are invited to our first Games @ Lunch event! Drop in for a quick visit or stay for the full hour to meet some colleagues and have some fun! Games, snacks, and refreshments will be available but staff are also welcome to bring their own. Registration is encouraged but not required.

President’s update: October 2023 | University of Waterloo Staff Association This is my last report as UWSA president; Yessenia Guerrero will be stepping into the role November 1! I want to thank all the area representatives and staff who have been attending our monthly meetings, and bringing information back to your departments. June 28 healing sessions Thank you also to ev...

Progress Pride Flag stickers should be arriving in departments starting today!

Progress Pride Flag stickers on their way to all employees | University of Waterloo Staff Association The Faculty Association and Staff Association have teamed up to print and distribute more than 5,000 pride flag stickers to employees. Posting your sticker somewhere visible in your workspace is one small way to show your support for the 2SLGBTQIA+ community in the wake of the hate attacks of June 2...

Next week! Games, snacks, and refreshments will be available but staff are also welcome to bring their own.

Games @ Lunch | University of Waterloo Staff Association All staff are invited to our first Games @ Lunch event! Drop in for a quick visit or stay for the full hour to meet some colleagues and have some fun! Games, snacks, and refreshments will be available but staff are also welcome to bring their own. Registration is encouraged but not required.

Get to know the candidates for new UWSA directors! Voting closes this Friday.

Meet the Candidates: 2023 Director Elections | University of Waterloo Staff Association Starting October 10, all UWSA members will be invited to vote for new directors to join the UWSA Board. There are two candidates this year, and two seats available: The candidate with the highest number of votes will be elected to a three-year term on the Board; the other candidate will be elected t...

October 26: Check out the Zero Waste Fair + Free Store Launch, featuring:
- Campus partner booths with info on waste reduction programs + resources
- Official launch of pop-up Free Store
- Free coffee to the first 150 people to bring their own mug
- Chance to win some sustainable prizes for participating

Zero Waste Fair + Free Store Launch | Sustainability Join the Sustainability Office and Plant Operations - Environmental Services for their second annual Zero Waste Fair. Learn more about programs and resources that are supporting our journey to become a zero-waste campus, including the first official Free Store pop-up. Plus, the first 150 people to b...

Have you put our Annual Meeting in your calendar yet? Look for an email from us October 5 with the info!

2023 Annual Meeting | University of Waterloo Staff Association All UWSA members are invited to attend our 2023 Annual Meeting. Please look for an email with a calendar file and Teams link sent October 5. Date: Thursday, October 26, 2023 Time: 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. Location: Microsoft Teams Chair: Bill Baer, Chair of UWSA Board of Directors On the agenda Time...

If you haven’t already completed the Employee Equity Census in Workday, please take a few minutes now to participate in this important initiative.

Home | Equity Data Strategy The Employee Equity Census is your opportunity to make an important contribution to the University of Waterloo. By participating in this confidential socio-demographic data collection, you are actively contributing to the development of a comprehensive understanding of our employee composition. This...

The UWSA provides several awards each year to full- or part-time undergraduate or graduate students at UWaterloo who are affiliated with the UWSA (members, spouses, children, and grandchildren!). Apply by November 1.

Scholarships and grants | University of Waterloo Staff Association Grants available to staff Staff Enhancement Grant The Staff Enhancement Grant covers costs associated with the pursuit of personal development undertaken by UWSA staff members. All UWSA members are eligible to apply for a SEG. Preference may be given to individuals who have not previously received t...

YOU can shape UWSA's future as association president. Nominations open until October 24

Join the UWSA leadership team: President nominations re-opened | University of Waterloo Staff Association The UWSA is looking for a dedicated person to step into the crucial role of Staff Association President, where you can gain leadership experience, support members, and represent the voice of staff as UWSA spokesperson. We've re-opened nominations for president until October 24. We encourage all memb...

Unsure how to sort your waste? The Shift: Zero Sorting Guide allows you to search for waste items on campus to find out where they go!

Shift:Zero waste sorting guide | Sustainability Learn about our sorting programs below, and check out the Shift: Zero sorting guide and app to search for specific items on campus!

2023 Salary Adjustment FAQ | University of Waterloo Staff Association The provost has announced salary adjustments for staff following the removal of the provincial 1% cap on salary increases that limited our 2021–2024 salary settlement. The adjustment includes additional base salary increases and a lump-sum payment. You can review all the details on the Provost Off...

Board Foundations is a FREE workshop for UW staff to build the skills &
confidence needed to volunteer as a non-profit board director. Sign up for a session today:

UW Staff Board Foundations UW Staff Board Foundations is a no-cost workshop for staff to build the skills & confidence needed to volunteer as a non-profit board director.