Please note: our current hours of reception will be from 10am-3pm, Monday to Friday, with a drop box available on closed hours/days as well.  If you have any inquiries, or need assistance, please contact HRhelp@uwaterloo.ca.

Our greatest impact happens together

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; provide valued benefits and compensation programs; foster personal and professional development; and to support the goals and directions of the University’s 2020-2025 strategic plan.

Please explore all that Human Resources can do to support you.

Michelle Hollis
Interim Chief Human Resources Officer
& Senior Director, Human Resources

Michelle Hollis

 
 

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Benefits

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.

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Careers

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!

 

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Payroll

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

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Pension

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.

 
 

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Here are answers to some common questions we receive at Human Resources on regular basis. 

Don't see your question reflected on these sections? Please contact HR at HRhelp@uwaterloo.ca

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  1. Jan. 9, 2023Benefit Changes Effective January 1, 2023

    The Pension & Benefits Committee has approved the following changes effective January 1st, 2023:

    Benefit

    Provision

    Previous Maximums

    New Maximums

    Extended Health

    Psychologist, Master of Social Work, Registered Psychotherapist

  2. Dec. 19, 2022New Green Shield Canada cards to be issued and suggest actions to support this change

    As we approach the end of the year, the official change in our benefit plan provider from Canada Life to Green Shield Canada (GSC) on January 1, 2023 is fast approaching. As part of our communication and change management plan to support our employees with this transition, welcome kits from GSC have been mailed to your home address on file with the University.  

  3. Nov. 15, 2022Updating your address in Workday
    • Employees participating in benefits should ensure their address on Workday is current
    • Your new Green Shield Canada membership kits and ID cards will be mailed based on the address on file
    • Please update your address in Workday before November 21

    On January 1, 2023, the University’s provider for extended health and dental benefits is changing from Canada Life to Green Shield Canada. Welcome kits with new benefit ID cards will be delivered to home addresses of plan members (eligible employees and retirees) by Green Shield Canada in early December 2022.

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  1. Apr. 11, 2023Waterloo Staff Conference 2023
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    Organizational and Human Development is thrilled to announce the 15th annual Waterloo Staff Conference on April 11 & 12, 2023. This hybrid event will feature a lineup of award-winning keynotes, including Neil Pasricha and Cassie Holmes, as well as a series of expert-led workshops.

    Whether you’re looking to network with fellow staff at the University, hear from some of the best minds in the industry, or participate in one of our engaging workshops, the Waterloo Staff Conference has something for everyone!

  2. Apr. 12, 2023Waterloo Staff Conference 2023
    Waterloo Staff Conference banner

    Organizational and Human Development is thrilled to announce the 15th annual Waterloo Staff Conference on April 11 & 12, 2023. This hybrid event will feature a lineup of award-winning keynotes, including Neil Pasricha and Cassie Holmes, as well as a series of expert-led workshops.

    Whether you’re looking to network with fellow staff at the University, hear from some of the best minds in the industry, or participate in one of our engaging workshops, the Waterloo Staff Conference has something for everyone!

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