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Traumatic Event Support

We are deeply saddened by the recent deaths of and injuries to Canadian soldiers this week in Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu near Montreal and on Parliament Hill in Ottawa. Our thoughts and prayers are with them and their loved ones at this time. As the coverage of these traumatic events continue, you and your family members may experience stress and anxiety.

We would like to extend support to you during this difficult time as we all try to understand the impact of the situation and process this event. The attached support materials include strategies for coping with reactions to stress and anxiety.

Remember that the immediate and confidential EFAP services are accessible 24/7/365 by calling 1 800 387-4765 or visiting workhealthlife.com.

Below is a list of resources that you can take advantage of:

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Mental Health 101 Tune Up

mental-health-brain-shutterstockCollege and University campuses are seeing an increase in the rate of mental health concerns among students across North America. As a result, faculty, administrative and support staff find themselves responding to students in distress. This presentation will look at the mind-body connection and its impact on mental well-being, increase your mental health awareness and offer some practical tips and tools for responding to students in distress. Join us for a Mental Health 101 tune-up!

Register on the Professional Development Registration System. If you have any questions please contact Human Resources, Joanne Venne at vennej@algonquincollege.com.

CAAT Pension asks : Are you thinking about Retirement?

caat-pension-planThe fall session of the CAAT Pension Retirement Planning is now open for registration. For most people, retirement planning is an emotional, mental, as well as logistical process. Come hear from the experts how to prepare yourself for this life-changing transition from employment at the college to the next chapter in your life’s journey!

Representatives from the CAAT Pension Plan will be on campus Wednesday, October 1, 2014 to present two (2) retirement planning sessions in CA105 – one at 10:30 a.m. and again at 2 p.m. These will be live streamed to our satellite campuses. If you are considering retirement – these sessions would be extremely valuable to you.

If you are interested in attending, please register through the COL website as registration is required and space is limited.

Welcome Cheryl Jensen!

Congratulations and welcome to Algonquin College’s 8th President, Cheryl Jensen. After an intensive 4-month international search, the Board’s Presidential Selection Committee concluded with a diverse individual with over 30 years in the industry. Cheryl is a proven leader who brings a wealth of academic experience to the role of President.

Cheryl comes to the College from Hamilton’s Mohawk College, where she has worked as a professor, dean and vice president. Cheryl holds a Master of Education, Organizational and Administrative Studies from Brock University. She graduated from McMaster University with an Honours Bachelor of Science in Chemistry and a Certificate in the Metallurgy of Iron and Steel.

Let us all ensure Cheryl receives the warmest of welcomes with our friendly demeanour and professional decorum.

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College bargaining website launched

Collective BargainingThe College Employer Council has launched a new website which provides updates on collective bargaining with academic and support staff. The current collective agreements for both academic and support staff expire Aug. 31. Bargaining is scheduled to run throughout the summer.

 

Current agreements end Aug. 31