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Data Informed Wellness Solution

Queen’s University is advancing a sector-leading, data-informed approach to employee wellbeing through its Data Informed Wellness Solutions initiative. Designed to address preventable health conditions and rising absenteeism, this project strengthens a culture of wellbeing while aligning closely with institutional values and operational priorities.  Using integrated data, including annual engagement results, utilization of wellness programs, absenteeism and accommodation … Continue reading "Data Informed Wellness Solution"

June 22, 2026

Advancing University Accessibility through the Classroom Pages Project

The Classroom Pages Project advanced equity by providing accessibility information for all bookable classrooms on the university’s website. Classroom pages provide details on accessibility features and barriers, reserved furniture, room layouts, and available classroom technology. Each classroom entry also includes a campus map pinpointing its location and a photo accompanied by descriptive text to support … Continue reading "Advancing University Accessibility through the Classroom Pages Project"

June 22, 2026

UQTR: Taking Action to Put Better Conditions in Place to Welcome, Integrate and Support International Students and Foster Their Success

Between 2019 and 2023, the number of international students at the Université du Québec à Trois-Rivières (UQTR) rose sharply to 20% of the total student population. This growth led to the development of the Plan global d’intervention ciblant l’accueil, l’intégration, le soutien et la réussite de la population étudiante internationale (Comprehensive Action Plan for Welcoming, … Continue reading "UQTR: Taking Action to Put Better Conditions in Place to Welcome, Integrate and Support International Students and Foster Their Success"

June 22, 2026

Project Infinity – Unlocking Restricted Funds

The project aimed to provide faculties with clearer information on the nature and allowable uses of their restricted funds. Many endowments are as old as the University, and details about their spending criteria are often lost due to staff turnover or not passed along to the finance staff in the faculty that is responsible for … Continue reading "Project Infinity – Unlocking Restricted Funds"

June 22, 2026

Building resilient universities: Leading on financial sustainability

Canada relies on its universities to develop talent, strengthen competitiveness and drive economic growth. But growing financial pressures are putting that contribution at risk. A new report from Universities Canada and CAUBO finds that rising costs, growing infrastructure needs and a widening funding gap are placing the university system under increasing strain. A system under … Continue reading "Building resilient universities: Leading on financial sustainability"

Tags: Financial Management, Financial Sustainability, Governance, Government Relations, Infrastructure, Leadership, Strategic Planning

April 27, 2026

Contact Us

Is your institution interested in learning more about how it could benefit from joining the Consortium? Please get in touch with us. David Davidson Program Director, Employee Benefits Consortium ddavidson@caubo.ca Elizabeth Taylor Manager, Analytical Programs etaylor@caubo.ca

Tags: Human Resources, Pension and Benefits, Wellness and Mental Health

December 19, 2025

FAQ

Will joining the CAUBO Employee Benefits Consortium result in a loss of control of an institution’s benefits plan? No, participating members maintain complete autonomy, including plan design, risk management, and internal funding arrangements.  Institutionally based employer-employee benefits committees retain their current roles. Participating members are required to transition to one of the two consortium preferred … Continue reading "FAQ"

Tags: Human Resources, Pension and Benefits, Wellness and Mental Health

December 19, 2025

Our History

On July 1, 2022, CAUBO officially launched a collaborative benefits program for members. The launch of the Consortium marked a significant milestone for the higher education sector and for the members of CAUBO’s National Benefits Steering Committee, who have spearheaded this initiative since 2018. Our sincere thanks go out to the Steering Committee Members: David … Continue reading "Our History"

Tags: Human Resources, Pension and Benefits, Wellness and Mental Health

December 19, 2025

Our Partners

The Consortium has Framework Agreements with Manulife and Green Shield Canada (GSC). The framework agreements bind the providers to the terms expressed in their proposals (including performance standards, reporting mechanism and fees). The Manulife program offers the full suite of employee benefits (including health, dental, life, short-term and long-term disability). Business Insurance for Employees | … Continue reading "Our Partners"

Tags: Human Resources, Pension and Benefits, Wellness and Mental Health

December 19, 2025

Governance

The Consortium is a member-governed and member-funded organization. A Consortium Committee has been established, consisting of the first 12 members to join the consortium. The Consortium Committee has been delegated significant governance responsibilities, including approval of priorities for the consortium, annual budget, and approval of the funding formula. The initial Consortium Committee membership will remain … Continue reading "Governance"

Tags: Human Resources, Pension and Benefits, Wellness and Mental Health

December 18, 2025