UBegin

The listed Environment, Health and Safety courses are required by all university employees, supervisors, and managers to complete.

• Occupational Health & Safety Orientation (required for all employees)
• Hazard Assessment Training (required for all employees)
• Harassment and Violence Awareness Training (required for all employees)
• Incident Reporting & Investigation Training (required for all university supervisors and managers, as well as employees who participate in conducting incident investigations)

This training includes two courses for all faculty and staff:  

1. Introduction to Cybersecurity 
2. Privacy Awareness 

The cybersecurity course aims to inform faculty and staff about good cybersecurity practises, cyberthreats they may face at work, and how to report concerning cybersecurity activity. In the Privacy Awareness course, they will learn about our obligations under the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy (FOIP) Act and be reminded about their responsibilities when collecting and using personal information as part of their work at UCalgary. 

All faculty and staff who perform and/or support research will be required to complete an additional two courses, both created by the Government of Canada:  

3. Introduction to Research Security   
4. Cybersecurity for Researchers   

The research security courses are intended to provide foundational knowledge of the importance of research security and practical steps that researchers can take to safeguard their work from unwanted access, theft and misuse. Completing these courses is a component of new research security requirements for certain Tri-Agency and Canada Foundation for Innovation grant applications. 

Welcome to the University of Calgary! As part of UBegin, this half-day session is recommended for all new Support Staff (AUPE), Management & Professional Staff (MaPS)' and Academic Staff. In this session, you will be introduced to the organization, environment and strategic vision of the university. The presentation will also provide an overview of the university's culture and strategic initiatives. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to meet and network with other new colleagues during the session.
For staff that are members of the Alberta Union of Provincial Employees (AUPE), a short presentation will welcome you to the union, provide you with further information, and provide an opportunity to answer any questions you may have.

Intended Audience: New UCalgary Employees

Delivery Mode: In-person or Virtual Synchronous 

Time Commitment: 3 hours

This course will introduce learners to the history and content of our Indigenous Strategy, ii' taa'poh'to'p, guiding our way forward 'in a good way' on the path towards reconciliation in response to the 2015 Final Report on Truth and Reconciliation. This course includes the following topics: Territorial Acknowledgement, What Is Reconciliation?, Our Journey, Guiding Principles, Conceptual and Cultural Models, Looking to the Future, and Resources.

Intended audience: All UCalgary Employees

Delivery Mode: Asynchronous 

Time Commitment: 1 hour

Respectful conduct is a critical component of developing a healthy, energetic and productive campus community. This workshop focuses on competencies and strategies to enhance the personal and leadership effectiveness of employees and workplace culture. This session is very interactive, practical and supportive.

Intended audience: All UCalgary Employees

Delivery Mode: In-person or Virtual Synchronous 

Time Commitment: 3 hours

The introductory level session provides an overview of the diversity of Indigenous people in Canada. The topics covered in this session provide information on terminology related to Indigenous peoples and the concept of reconciliation, explore common misconceptions, and offer an opportunity for participants to learn more about and consider the effects of colonization and the impact of residential schools.

Intended audience: All UCalgary Employees

Delivery Mode: Asynchronous 

Time Commitment: 1 hour

This eLearning course offers an introduction to the foundational concepts used at the university that support the administration of HR and Financial processes. The course in an introduction to the foundational concepts of HR and Financial processes including transactions within PeopleSoft. Learn about approval authority, delegation, roles, position management, etc.

Intended audience: Applicable UCalgary employees

Delivery Mode: Asynchronous 

Time Commitment: 1 hour

Jump start or enhance your use of the My UCalgary Portal; this course explores the many ways you can use the portal to streamline your work activities.This workshop is best suited for newer employees or for those who would like to learn some tips and tricks on the navigation of the portal.

Intended audience: All UCalgary Employees

Delivery Mode: Asynchronous 

Time Commitment: 20 minutes

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