Creating an inclusive and accessible campus is not just a legal obligation—it’s a commitment to equity, dignity, and belonging for all members of the university community. This professional development session will explore the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and its role in shaping inclusive practices across Ontario’s postsecondary institutions. The session will also introduce the upcoming Accessibility Standard for Postsecondary Education, highlighting new expectations and opportunities for systemic change. Attendees will leave with actionable insights to support accessibility in their roles and contribute to a culture of inclusion across campus.

This session will be held in-person

This session explores Indigenous perspectives on well-being, emphasizing the interconnectedness of people, community, relationships, and the natural world. Participants will learn how Indigenous approaches to wellness recognize balance, reciprocity, belonging, and collective responsibility as important foundations for thriving communities. Through reflection and discussion, participants will consider how these perspectives can inspire more supportive, respectful, and connected workplaces.

A Microsoft Teams invitation will be sent to all registered participants closer to the session date

Ensuring documents are accessible reduces barriers in the learning and working environment. Accessible documents not only benefit persons with disabilities, but your entire communication is improved by becoming easier to navigate and read for everyone. Participants will leave the session with knowledge and practical experience to put into practice immediately. Topics covered: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, printed materials, and screen readers.

A Microsoft Teams invitation will be sent to all registered participants closer to the session date

Accessibility is about more than compliance. It is about creating environments where everyone can fully participate and contribute. In this interactive session, participants will learn practical approaches for supporting accessibility in both in-person and virtual settings, including presentation delivery, meeting planning, communication practices, audience engagement, and facilitation techniques. The session focuses on small changes that can reduce barriers and foster more inclusive workplace experiences for all.

This session will be held in-person

Personal effectiveness is not just about getting more done—it’s about how we approach our work, interact with others, and respond to the challenges and opportunities we encounter. Based on Stephen Covey’s The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, this session introduces an “inside-out” approach to applying the seven habits in the workplace. Participants will explore how these habits can strengthen their approach to communication, collaboration, relationships, challenges, and everyday work.

A Microsoft Teams invitation will be sent to all registered participants closer to the session date

Work often comes with competing tasks, deadlines, meetings, and unexpected demands. This session explores practical approaches to managing your time and priorities, including common behaviours that can impact time management and why traditional to-do lists may not always work. Participants will learn how to use Covey’s Time Management Matrix to assess tasks based on importance and urgency, apply the Matrix to their own work, and identify strategies for focusing their time and attention where it matters most

A Microsoft Teams invitation will be sent to all registered participants closer to the session date

Creating an inclusive and accessible campus is not just a legal obligation—it’s a commitment to equity, dignity, and belonging for all members of the university community. This professional development session will explore the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and its role in shaping inclusive practices across Ontario’s postsecondary institutions. The session will also introduce the upcoming Accessibility Standard for Postsecondary Education, highlighting new expectations and opportunities for systemic change. Attendees will leave with actionable insights to support accessibility in their roles and contribute to a culture of inclusion across campus.

A Microsoft Teams invitation will be sent to all registered participants closer to the session date

Personal effectiveness is not just about getting more done—it’s about how we approach our work, interact with others, and respond to the challenges and opportunities we encounter. Based on Stephen Covey’s The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, this session introduces an “inside-out” approach to applying the seven habits in the workplace. Participants will explore how these habits can strengthen their approach to communication, collaboration, relationships, challenges, and everyday work.

This session will be held in-person

Work often comes with competing tasks, deadlines, meetings, and unexpected demands. This session explores practical approaches to managing your time and priorities, including common behaviours that can impact time management and why traditional to-do lists may not always work. Participants will learn how to use Covey’s Time Management Matrix to assess tasks based on importance and urgency, apply the Matrix to their own work, and identify strategies for focusing their time and attention where it matters most

This session will be held in-person

Ensuring documents are accessible reduces barriers in the learning and working environment. Accessible documents not only benefit persons with disabilities, but your entire communication is improved by becoming easier to navigate and read for everyone. Participants will leave the session with knowledge and practical experience to put into practice immediately. Topics covered: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, printed materials, and screen readers.

A Microsoft Teams invitation will be sent to all registered participants closer to the session date