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October 2026

NEW Days (Virtual) - October 2026

NEW Days is the kick-off to the NEW @ the U program at the University of Guelph. One day at the beginning of each month of the year (excluding January, April, July, August, and December) has been dedicated to welcoming and connecting new employees to the University environment and giving them a positive start.

Leading with Psychological Safety to Foster Supportive Workplaces

As a leader, ask yourself: Are you able to surface tough issues or challenges with your team? Do you encourage your team members to bring forward new ideas or ask for help? Do you create an environment where it feels safe to take risks?

Leading at the U: New Manager Orientation - Fall 2026

Leading at the U: NEW Manager Orientation is designed to welcome and connect new people managers to their roles and the university environment. This one-day orientation gives you the essential foundation you need to step into your new management role with confidence—clarifying expectations, building key relationships, accessing important resources, and aligning with institutional priorities.  Various representatives from across U of G will share perspectives and important information that will provide new managers with knowledge to: 

RBC Lunch and Learn: Key Considerations for Retirement Transition and Planning and RRSPs - October 2026

What to consider when planning for your retirement, regardless of the life stage you’re in. You’ll gain valuable insights on how to maximize your employee benefits while managing your finances effectively. Instructor Advisors from RBC and their community partners Event Registration Register through Qualtrics! Contact Phone: 56800 Email: landd@uoguelph.ca

Equity Essentials- Call it out? Identifying and Responding to Microaggressions

Join us for an engaging session that delves into the principles of anti-oppression and offers practical frameworks for fostering inclusive practices at the University.  This workshop will highlight the systems and attitudes that contribute to microaggressions and equip participants with effective strategies for addressing them. By the end of this workshop, you will:  

Digital Document Management - Teams, SharePoint, OneDrive

You can store and share files using SharePoint, OneDrive, and Microsoft Teams. They each can be used in their own ways to accelerate collaboration and efficiency in different situations. Participants will

SCARF: A Brain-Based Model for Collaborating with Others

Audience: All Staff, Faculty, and Leaders  The SCARF tool was developed by David Rock, the director of the NeuroLeadership Institute and author of Your Brain at Work. The tool provides valuable insights into what motivates us and others and the implications for how we collaborate, influence each other, and respond to change.