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Resiliency during difficult times — Jan 31

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At this online webinar on Wednesday, Jan 31, employees will learn how they can build resiliency even while experiencing normal reactions to difficult situations. Participants will develop an understanding of the impact current stressors have on their well-being, how to recognize the signs of stress, and how to react appropriately. The Canadian Mental Health Association … Read more

Equity Diversity Inclusion 101

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Equity Diversity Inclusion 101 returns with two separate three-part series on the Abbotsford and Chilliwack campuses. In Abbotsford the dates are Feb 28, Mar 6 and Mar 13 (all Wednesdays). Sessions take place from noon to 1 pm in room A225 and are facilitated by Sundeep Hans, director of equity, diversity, and inclusion. In Chilliwack, … Read more

Introduction to SharePoint — Jan 23

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IT Services and our partner, Compugen are excited to invite you to a workshop on Tuesday, Jan 23, that will transform how we collaborate and streamline our work processes. Join us for “Introduction to SharePoint” and discover how this dynamic platform can enhance teamwork, boost productivity, and simplify project management. The online session will be … Read more

Civility in the workplace — Feb 29

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Most of us agree that it’s important to respect each other in the workplace. Isn’t that just common sense? And yet, our daily news feeds reveal stories of bullying, harassment and disrespect. It feels like incivility and disrespect are on the rise over recent years. Common responses like telling others how their actions made you … Read more

Managing your money — Apr 17

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Creating a plan to manage money is a sound way to achieve goals like owning a home, travelling, getting an education, or retiring. The quote “Failing to plan is planning to fail” applies to personal finances. This online webinar facilitated by Melanie Buffel at Homewood Health will help participants plan for the future by providing … Read more

General email etiquette — Mar 12

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An online workshop on email etiquette takes place Tuesday, Mar 12 from 1:30 to 2:30 pm. It’s facilitated by Courtney Boisvert and you can register at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/general-email-etiquette-tickets-781437499597. For more information, contact Tara Rozenek at tara.rozenek@ufv.ca. 03/12/2024

Grace under pressure – Managing anger, stress and emotional intensity — Jan 24

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In an online workshop on Wednesday, Jan 24, triggers of stress are discussed as are techniques for impulse control. Participants then focus on counter-intuitive but evidence-based practices for managing emotional intensity in others. Drawing on current crisis-response research, participants leave the session with the ‘3 Techniques of Stress Mastery.’ This workshop is facilitated by Roy … Read more

Beyond mindfulness – Exploring structural opportunities for change in the workplace — Jan 18 and Feb 8

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In a two-part HR learning series taking place Jan 18 and Feb 8 at UFV Abbotsford, participants will learn about different approaches to supporting and maintaining health and ‘resilience’ in the workplace. A specific focus will be on moving beyond individualized understandings of health and resiliency towards examining how health and resiliency in the workplace … Read more

Building emotional intelligence — Feb 7

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A half-day workshop on Wednesday, Feb 7 will dive into the concept of emotional intelligence. Emotional intelligence involves understanding yourself (goals, intentions, emotions, and responses) as well as recognizing and managing the emotions of others. This involves a level of self-mastery (self-awareness and self-regulation) and social intelligence (empathy and social skill). Managing emotions so they … Read more

Understanding Anxiety and Depression — Jan 17

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Mental health problems are an increasing concern in workplaces. In this session on Wednesday, Jan 17, 2024, participants will gain an understanding of two of the most common mental health concerns, anxiety and depression. They will hear about strategies for regulating one’s emotions and tips for supporting others who may be experiencing difficulties. This workshop … Read more

Making effective selection decisions — Feb 7

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A workshop on Wednesday, Feb 7, at UFV Abbotsford explores best practices in hiring and is designed to help employees be effective selection advisory committee (SAC) Chairs or members. Topics covered include: purpose of the interview, legal considerations in hiring, job descriptions and competencies, developing interview questions, and deliberation and decision making. The workshop is … Read more