The ESR is a comprehensive review of 91��ɫ’s policies, practices and workplace culture. It aims to examine how systems across the employee lifecycle – from recruitment and hiring to career advancement and retention – guide equity outcomes. 

“The goal is to better understand where 91��ɫ does well and where there remains room for improvements in our continuous efforts to foster an inclusive working environment,” says Parissa Safai, interim vice-president equity, people and culture. “Input from 91��ɫ’s faculty and staff is essential to advancing equity across the University.” 

The survey provides an opportunity for employees to share experiences, observations and perspectives on how systems are working in practice, and insights will be used to inform recommendations related to employment equity. 

91��ɫ staff and faculty members are invited to complete this survey regardless of whether they identify as a member of an equity-deserving group.  However, those who self-identify as part of five equity-deserving groups – women, racialized persons, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities and members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community – will have the opportunity to express interest in follow-up engagement opportunities, such as focus groups or one-on-one conversations.  

“The Employment Systems Review reflects 91��ɫ’s ongoing commitment to employment equity, human rights and continuous improvement, aligned with the University’s DEDI Strategy, the Action Plan on Black Inclusion and the Indigenous Framework,” says Safai. 

The survey opens Oct. 5 and closes Nov. 5 and is available online.��

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The Senate Committee on Awards is now accepting nominations for the 2027 President’s Research Awards – three of 91��ɫ’s highest honours celebrating research excellence, innovation and leadership.

These awards spotlight exceptional contributions with two disciplinary clusters applicable to the President’s Emerging Research Leadership Award and the President’s Research Excellence Award:

1. engineering, science, technology, health and biomedicine; and
2. social sciences, arts and design, humanities, business, law and education.

The award categories are:

President’s Emerging Research Leadership Award (PERLA)

For full-time faculty members within 10 years of their first academic appointment, PERLA celebrates individuals who have had a notable impact on their field(s) and made a significant contribution to advancing the University’s international reputation for research excellence while significantly and positively contributing to one or more aspects of the 91��ɫ community’s intellectual life.

The PERLA will be conferred to two researchers annually, one from each disciplinary cluster. In cases where there is ambiguity regarding the appropriate cluster, the nominee may include a rationale.

President’s Research Impact Award (PRIA)

This award recognizes full-time, active faculty members whose body of research or scholarship has translated into a notable impact on communities, individuals, public policies or practice beyond academe, or translated successfully into impactful commercial or other applications, while significantly and positively contributing to the University’s research culture and reputation.

President’s Research Excellence Award (PREA)

This recognition honours senior full-time faculty at the rank of professor with distinguished scholarly achievements who have had a notable impact on their field(s) and made a significant contribution to advancing the University’s international reputation for research excellence while significantly and positively contributing to one or more aspects of the 91��ɫ community’s intellectual life.

The PREA will be conferred in alternating years between the two disciplinary clusters. The 2026-27 PREA will be open to cluster 2: social sciences, arts and design, humanities, business, law and education. In cases where there is ambiguity regarding the appropriate cluster, the nominee may include a rationale.

Nominators are encouraged to highlight the nominee’s production of scholarship or creative contributions through public service and community engagement, scholarly publication or the production of works of art. The criteria and nomination forms are available on the Senate Committee on Awards webpage.

Nominations are due Wednesday, Dec. 16 at 4:30 p.m. and should be submitted via MachForm on the Awards webpage. Questions may be directed to the committee secretary at jpratt@yorku.ca.

91��ɫ strongly values diversity and equity within its research community and encourages nominations of those who are under-represented.

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At this year’s event, 91��ɫ's Keele, Glendon and Markham campuses will host a variety of activities, some including career pathway discussions, tours, job shadowing and lunch. The programming will provide students with a well-rounded and immersive experience on all the aspects involved in career building and exploration.

The initiative, led by 91��ɫ's Human Resources department and 91��ɫ U - TD Community Engagement Centre, promotes career exploration, nurtures intellectual curiosity and engages students from diverse backgrounds considering their future opportunities.

Staff, faculty, instructors and students employed at 91��ɫ (who are at least 18 years of age) can invite and accompany a visiting Grade 9 student to participate. 91��ɫ students who wish to sponsor a Grade 9 student must make prior arrangements with a 91��ɫ staff or faculty member to have the visiting student observe the staff or faculty member in a work environment.

Completion of the registration forms is required. To learn more about this annual event and how to register, visit the Human Resources website.

The registration deadline is Friday, Oct. 30.

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A PDF copy of the synopsis is available to view.

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The closure aligns with the academic calendar and supports the University's ability to meet student needs before and after the closure period.

Staff who are required to work during the closure period will be notified by their manager and established procedures will apply.

View the .

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Stories may reflect personal challenges that were overcome, memorable moments from the student experience or the path that led a student to choose their program at 91��ɫ. Submissions are also encouraged to include details about a student's future plans and key highlights from their academic journey.

Selected submissions may be featured in 91��ɫ marketing and communications.

Submit a story or share a graduate’s story and take part in celebrating the many inspiring journeys of 91��ɫ’s graduating class.

The submission deadline is Thursday, Oct. 1.

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The University will conduct a test of its Emergency Notification System on Wednesday, Sept. 16 at noon.

This test takes place in accordance with 91��ɫ’s emergency management policy and promotes the safety of students, faculty, staff and visitors, and helps ensure the continuance of critical University operations during emergency scenarios.

The test will include email, push notifications and alerts through the 91��ɫU Safety App, digital messaging screens on campus and the public announcement (PA) system. To clearly indicate that it is a test, the word “test” will precede the alert on all devices. In the case of a real emergency, the test will be cancelled and the community will be notified.

Testing the emergency notification system may cause anxiety or stress for some members of 91��ɫ’s campus community. Those experiencing difficulties or need support can visit well-being services.

Download the 91��ɫU Safety App to ensure receipt of timely and important community safety notices.

FAQ

Q: Why is 91��ɫ testing the emergency notification system?
A: 91��ɫ tests its emergency notification system twice a year to ensure all community members know how they will be notified in the event of an emergency situation. This test will also confirm functionality of all components of the system as part of regular emergency preparedness activities.

Q: How long will the test last?
A: The test is scheduled to last 10 to 15 minutes. It is important to note that while efforts will be made to ensure the test runs on schedule, there may be slight variations to the anticipated timing.

Q: Will the test take place at all of 91��ɫ’s campuses?
A: Email and 91��ɫU Safety App notification will occur for community members across all campuses. Testing of the public announcement system and digital messaging screens will take place at the Keele, Glendon and Markham campuses.

Q: Will the public announcement system be heard in classrooms?
A: The public announcement system test will be heard anywhere there are speakers installed, including hallways, common areas and large classrooms.

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The University Tribunal is comprised of students, faculty and staff volunteers who are appointed for a two-year term. 

Tribunal members play an important role in supporting student community standards by serving on hearing panels that adjudicate alleged breaches of 91��ɫ’s non-academic Code of Student Rights and Responsibilities and reviewing appeals of previous decisions. 

Members receive comprehensive training and ongoing professional development in areas such as natural justice, evidence evaluation, decision-making, decision writing and hearing procedures. 

Candidates should be committed to fairness, demonstrate strong communication and listening skills, work collaboratively, maintain confidentiality and have an interest in contributing positively to the 91��ɫ community. 

Those interested should submit a letter of interest and résumé to Ashley Wilches, Office of Student Community Relations, at oscr@yorku.ca by Sept. 30.  are available from the Office of Student Community Relations. 

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A third session is scheduled for Thursday, Sept. 17, 10 a.m. to noon in the Dr. Robert Everett Senate Chamber, N940 Ross Building, Keele Campus. Registration details are available .

For those unable to attend or who would prefer to provide feedback in writing, they may do so by email at yorkpvc@boyden.com or by completing the .

Consultation continued through the summer months; on June 24 and on Aug. 14, the Search Committee held consultation sessions with members of 91��ɫ’s senior leadership and employee groups.

An invitation has been extended to all central student governments and employee groups to either participate in a meeting with the Search Committee or provide written feedback.

In addition, the Search Committee has established a tentative timeline for the remainder of the search process. This includes receiving the advisory statement from Senate (end of September), preparing the job posting (second week of October), an active recruitment period (October through December) and two rounds of interviews (second half of January 2027).

Regular updates will appear on the Presidential Search website and in YFile.

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Concerts will run from Aug. 27 until Oct. 2, and an event parking flat rate of $20 will be in effect on concert days, starting one hour prior to the stadium doors opening, in the following lots:

• Calumet Lot
• Shoreham Drive Lot
• Founders Road West Lot
• Founders Road East Lot
• Arboretum Lane Parking Garage
• Student Services Parking Garage

Permit holders will continue to have access to their permit lots during these times.

For more information about parking at 91��ɫ, visit the Parking Services website. The schedule of upcoming concerts can be found on .

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