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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

Strengthening Housing and Ancillary Operations at The University of King’s College: A Digital Modernization Model for Small Universities

Housing, Ancillary Services, Residence Life, and related student support functions at small universities face unique operational challenges. These units are expected to deliver a wide range of services comparable to those at larger institutions, including student housing operations, residence life programming, summer accommodations, conference services, and coordinated student supports. All this while operating with significantly … Continue reading "Strengthening Housing and Ancillary Operations at The University of King’s College: A Digital Modernization Model for Small Universities"

June 22, 2026

Proactively Managing the Contractual Process: Supporting Collaborative Research at ÉTS Through Agility and Compliance

At the École de technologie supérieure (ÉTS), collaborative research is vital. But until 2023, our process for entering into partnership agreements was mired in red tape, long negotiations and unexpected legal issues, causing headaches for researchers and partners alike. At the same time, the compliance framework was becoming more complex with regard to national security, … Continue reading "Proactively Managing the Contractual Process: Supporting Collaborative Research at ÉTS Through Agility and Compliance"

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

The Next AI Webinar Series: Session 3 – Preparing the Ground for AI: Culture, Clarity, and Process

Date: May 6, 2026 Duration: 90 minutes Panelists: Libby Duckworth, Partner, KPMG LLP Ray Konecsni, Director Client Services, Information Services, University of Regina Brad MacIsaac, Vice-President, Administration, University of Ontario Institute of Technology Brad Strom, Chief Information Officer, York University Moderator: Channen Tan, Partner, National Leader, Lean in Audit, KPMG LLP Click here to download the presentation … Continue reading "The Next AI Webinar Series: Session 3 – Preparing the Ground for AI: Culture, Clarity, and Process"

Tags: Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Robotics, Continuous Improvement, Institutional Planning, Lean, Process Efficiencies, Professional Development

May 7, 2026

The Next AI Webinar Series: Session 2 – Building an AI-Ready Institution: Data

Date: April 15, 2026 Duration: 90 minutes Presenters: Patrick Cernea, IMBA, PMP, Director Data Strategy and Governance, Office of Institutional Planning and Analysis, York University Margaret Kierylo, PhD, Assistant Vice-President, Institutional Planning and Chief Data Officer, Office of Institutional Planning and Analysis, York University Click here to download the presentation

Tags: Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Robotics, Culture, Data Analytics, Governance, Information Technology, Institutional Planning, Professional Development

May 7, 2026

Webinar – The Next AI Webinar Series: Session 3 – Preparing the Ground for AI: Culture, Clarity, and Process (PDF Presentation)

Tags: Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Robotics, Continuous Improvement, Institutional Planning, Lean, Process Efficiencies, Professional Development

May 7, 2026

Webinar – The Next AI Webinar Series: Session 2 – Building an AI-Ready Institution: Data (PDF Presentation)

Tags: Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Robotics, Culture, Data Analytics, Governance, Information Technology, Institutional Planning, Professional Development

May 7, 2026

Participation

Eligibility University (regular) members and college (affiliate) members of CAUBO are eligible to become members in the consortium, regardless of their institution’s size or location. Value and Savings The consortium works with potential members and preferred providers to estimate expected savings. Experience to date shows that realized savings significantly exceed participation costs. Members have achieved … Continue reading "Participation"

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

December 18, 2025

About the Employee Benefits Consortium

A Strategic Opportunity to Enhance Value and Realize Operational Savings In an environment where the financial sustainability of Canada’s post-secondary education sector is increasingly challenged, institutions are seeking innovative ways to reduce costs without compromising value. The CAUBO Employee Benefits Consortium is one such opportunity—offering a proven model for reducing a key labour cost while maintaining or … Continue reading "About the Employee Benefits Consortium"

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

December 18, 2025