Welcome to Retirees Association
Welcome to the website of the University of Waterloo Retirees Association (UWRA). The UWRA represents the University of Waterloo retirees (both faculty and staff) and helps them enjoy their years of retirement.
The association consists of volunteer board members who represent retiree concerns on Pension and Benefits matters, Human Resources issues and UWaterloo policy changes. A complete description of the roles of the individual board members can be found at the UWRA board of directors home page.
UWRA organizes several events throughout the year that provide an excellent opportunity to connect with friends and make new ones. Most events are posted on the EVENTS page. UWRA also sends out direct email announcements of events. If you haven't been receiving emails, or if you wish to change your email please contact our membership coordinator here.
To keep informed of daily activities on campus, check out the University of Waterloo daily bulletin.
Click on the NEWS and/or EVENTS box below to keep informed of the latest news and events that pertain to you, the University of Waterloo retirees.
News
- Oct. 17, 2024UWSA Winterfest Handmade Market
The University of Waterloo Staff Association (UWSA) is looking for vendors for the 2024 Winterfest Handmade Market (formerly the UWSA Craft Show & Sale), taking place December 3 and 4 in the Student Life Centre.
This year, vendors are asked to apply to ensure that this opportunity is accessible to all members of the UWaterloo community. Staff, faculty, students, retirees, and alumni are all welcome to apply! All items sold must be handmade by the applicant.
- Oct. 4, 2024ClimateActionWR Low-carbon Exhibition
ClimateActionWR is hosting a Low-Carbon Exhibition
Wednesday October 16, 2024
3pm-7pm
Evolv1 building (420 Wes Graham Way).This event is an opportunity to explore the Evolv1 space and drive demonstration vehicles and equipment, talk to expert vendors and workshops to learn more about low-carbon technologies to reduce your business and home emissions.
Demos include:
- Sep. 18, 2024Honouring Paul Dirkson
A University of Waterloo alum who played a significant role in the school’s illustrious computer history will be remembered through a student scholarship in his name.
The Paul Dirksen Memorial Graduate Scholarship in Computer Science is supported with a generous gift of $200,000 made by Sandra Dirksen to honour her late husband’s life and legacy. Read more here
Events
- Oct. 29, 2024UWRA Fall 2024 Luncheon
UWRA Fall Luncheon and Presentation
Deceptive Realities and Scams: How to Protect Yourself from Being a Victim of Fraud, presented by Detective Constable Mike Payne.
- Nov. 6, 2024UWRA Hike: Schneider Bush Trail
UWRA is organizing some local hikes this fall to help us all keep active!
Our second hike is scheduled for Nov 6, 2024 on the Schneider Bush trail.
Meet time is 9:45 am at the trail head at the corner of Wilmot Line and Wideman RoadLocation MAP
- Nov. 13, 2024UWRA Mary-Allen Neighbourhood Walk
UWRA - Let's Get Active!
Registration for this event is CLOSED. This event is FULL.
CURAC Bulletins are short statements approved by the CURAC/ARUCC Board of Directors and are issued from time to time on matters of broad interest.
