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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

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

CAUBO 2025: Functional Seminars Presentations

Click below to download available CAUBO 2025 functional seminars’ presentations. Looking for the main conference sessions? Visit the presentations page for CAUBO 2025’s main conference. Monday, June 9, 2025

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July 14, 2025

Talent Management at Laurier

A new talent management framework designed to enhance organizational effectiveness through integrating Employee Engagement and Experience, Talent Acquisition, and Talent Development was introduced at Laurier. This framework prioritized a positive Employee Experience by fostering a culture of accessibility, equity, and inclusion while employing revised engagement and retention strategies grounded in data-driven insights from an Employee … Continue reading "Talent Management at Laurier"

June 17, 2025

Holistic Campus Security Strategies – Keeping our Campuses Safe, Together

At the University of Alberta (U of A), we have five (5) separate campus locations, four (4) of which are located in Edmonton, Alberta and one (1) located in Camrose, Alberta. With more than 44, 000 students and 13,000 staff shaping the U of A, we rank among the top 5 universities in Canada. In … Continue reading "Holistic Campus Security Strategies – Keeping our Campuses Safe, Together"

June 17, 2025

Sugar Sheet Initiative: Advancing Sustainability at McMaster

At Media Production Services (MPS), we are dedicated to championing McMaster University’s sustainability goals. For over 15 years, we’ve managed the campus’s Multi-Function Device (MFD) Fleet through PrintSmart, prioritizing eco-friendly innovations to reduce environmental impact. This commitment has driven us to continually seek out and implement sustainable options, from recycled materials to plant-based toners. In … Continue reading "Sugar Sheet Initiative: Advancing Sustainability at McMaster"

June 17, 2025

Fostering Resilience: McMaster University’s Enterprise Risk Management Program

McMaster University’s Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) program exemplifies a comprehensive and innovative approach to institutional risk management in higher education. By embedding risk practices across all organizational levels, the program fosters a proactive, risk-aware culture that supports operational excellence and resilience at all levels. Its core components include a risk taxonomy, a robust risk assessment … Continue reading "Fostering Resilience: McMaster University’s Enterprise Risk Management Program"

June 17, 2025

The McMaster Meet@Mac, Classroom, Lobby & Greenspace Self-Serve Reservations Portal

, revolutionized how student groups access and reserve campus spaces at McMaster University. Previously, Conference and Event Services (CES) staff manually handled all booking requests, creating inefficiencies and delays. By leveraging the Infosilem platform and collaborating with campus partners, CES launched an intuitive self-service system to … Continue reading "The McMaster Meet@Mac, Classroom, Lobby & Greenspace Self-Serve Reservations Portal"

June 17, 2025

uOttawa OneCard: our unified campus card system

The University of Ottawa has introduced the OneCard, a unified campus card system that integrates student identification with essential campus services and transit access. By combining the functionalities of the student ID and U-Pass into a single smart card, the project simplifies administrative processes, reduces costs, and enhances the student experience. The OneCard integrates seamlessly … Continue reading "uOttawa OneCard: our unified campus card system"

June 17, 2025

Grand défi ULaval: Nurturing the well-being of our community

An initiative to foster a sense of balance, developed by, for and with administrative and academic staff at Université Laval, in collaboration with Mon équilibre ULaval and the Grand Défi Entreprise. The Grand défi ULaval is an initiative championed by the Office of the Vice Rector, Human Resources and Finance, the purpose of which is … Continue reading "Grand défi ULaval: Nurturing the well-being of our community"

June 17, 2025