At the University of Waterloo, every employee plays an important role in the education of our students and in reflecting our reputation for reaching excellence.
At Human Resources, we work in partnership with the University’s faculties and academic support units to serve the human resource needs and strategic goals of our University community.
We are dedicated to attracting, developing, and retaining an exceptional workforce and promoting a culture of inclusion; providing valued benefits and compensation programs; fostering personal and professional development; and supporting the goals and directions of the University’s 2020-2025 strategic plan and beyond.
Please explore all that Human Resources can do to support you.
With a robust benefits package, the University of Waterloo offers you comprehensive coverage to support you and your eligible dependants with your health and well-being.
You’re looking for a career that makes an impact. At the University of Waterloo, that’s what we do best. Come work with the best and brightest. Explore new career options today!
Learn more about your payroll at the University of Waterloo. From our pay dates and processes, to accessing your payroll self-service and understanding your payslip. We also provide information for payroll administrators.
Whether you are a new employee interested in joining the pension program, or a current employee interested in our pre-retirement programs, learn about the UWaterloo pension plan eligibility, our online self-service pension estimator, retirement information, and much more.
The Organizational and Human Development (OHD) team supports employee development through the design and delivery of comprehensive learning and professional development workshops, programs, learning events that help our employees with their individual development at Waterloo.
We care about the health and well-being of all employees and support a holistic approach to ensuring a healthy workplace environment. We are committed to providing a supportive environment where all individuals are valued, engaged and can thrive.
Here are answers to some common questions we receive at Human Resources regularly.
Don't see your question reflected in these sections? Please contact HR at HRhelp@uwaterloo.ca
Alternatively, you can ask HR Chat Bot some of your HR inquiries. It can answer some of your questions about Workday, payroll, benefits, pensions, and more!
The minimum wage rates in Ontario are increasing on October 1, 2023 as summarized in the following table:
| Minimum wage rate | Current wage rate | Effective October 1, 2023 |
|---|---|---|
|
General minimum wage – applies to most employees |
$15.50 per hour |
$16.55 per hour |
What is happening?
On May 1st, of each year, the University’s extended health, dental, life insurance (Life) and long-term disability (LTD) benefits are typically subject to a contract renewal. Where applicable, new rates are applied, and employee deductions processed.
Participation in the University’s benefits program is mandatory for all eligible employees. Please refer to the employee Benefits section of the Human Resources website for more information.
A message from Michelle Hollis, Interim Chief Human Resources Officer
