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SUMMARY:Retirement Information Q&A Session - Apr 20\, 2026
DESCRIPTION:The Retirement Information Q&A session is for faculty and librarians enrolled in the University Pension Plan\, ages 54-72\, who are thinking about retirement\, who have entered phased retirement\, or who have submitted their Notice of Intention to retire. \nThis is a question & answer session only\, hosted online. \nYou will receive a calendar invite with the MS Teams link a few days before the event. \nPlease ensure you watch the Retirement Information Pre-recorded Video Series prior to attending. The link will be shared by email within three businees days of registration. \n➡️ Q&A Registration
URL:https://faculty.utoronto.ca/event/retirement-information-qa-session-apr-20-2026/
CATEGORIES:Faculty
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260401
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SUMMARY:Retirement Information Pre-recorded Video Series - 2026
DESCRIPTION:The retirement information pre-recorded video series is for faculty and librarians enrolled in the University Pension Plan\, ages 54-72\, who are thinking about retirement\, who have entered phased retirement\, or who have submitted their Notice of Intention to retire. \nThese videos\, available until June 30\, 2026\, are an opportunity to learn more about the financial elements relevant to this next stage in your career.  It will cover information on the University Pension Plan (UPP)\, the University’s Phased Retirement Program\, and retiree benefits. \nAccess is limited – you must request access below to the videos. \nThe link will be shared by email within three businees days of requesting access. \n➡️ Video Access Request: Retirement Info Pre-recorded Video Series 2026\n  \n\nLive Q & A Session\nAdditionally\, we will offer a live online Retirement Information Q&A Session on April 20\, 2026\, 1.00-3.00pm\, via Teams. This is a question & answer session only. Ensure you have reviewed the pre‑recorded videos in advance of the session. \nIf interested in this live Q&A session\, please register separately on the Retirement Information Q&A Session page. \nYou will be notified via email when the videos are available.
URL:https://faculty.utoronto.ca/event/retirement-information-pre-recorded-video-series-2026/
CATEGORIES:Faculty
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260331T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260331T140000
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UID:10000224-1774958400-1774965600@faculty.utoronto.ca
SUMMARY:Building the Momentum: Finding Your Post-Tenure Pathway (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:This interactive panel\, intended for associate professors who achieved tenure between 2021-22 and 2024-2025\, is a conversation about exploring post-tenure pathways. Experienced faculty will share how they navigated the immediate post-tenure period. Lunch will be provided. \nPanelists: \n\nNasim Niknafs\, Associate Professor\, Associate Dean\, Research\, and Music Education Coordinator\, Faculty of Music\nAkwasi Owusu-Bempah\, Associate Professor and Associate Chair\, Research\, Dept. of Sociology\, UTM\nPeter Molnar\, Associate Professor\, Dept. of Biological Sciences\, UTSC\n\nLocation: Wedgewood Dining Room @ the Faculty Club\, 41 Wilcocks Street. \n➡️ Register  \n  \nPlease note: \n\nA calendar invite will be sent to registrants a day or two before the session.\nThe session will not be recorded.
URL:https://faculty.utoronto.ca/event/building-the-momentum-finding-your-post-tenure-pathway-in-person-3/
CATEGORIES:Faculty
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260323T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260323T140000
DTSTAMP:20260309T202710Z
CREATED:20260115T154244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T202710Z
UID:10000225-1774267200-1774274400@faculty.utoronto.ca
SUMMARY:Building the Momentum: Finding Your Post-Continuing Status Pathway (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Thinking about next steps after continuing status? This session\, intended for Associate Professors\, Teaching Stream who achieved continuing status status between 2021-2022 to 2024-25\, is a conversation about post-continuing status pathways. A panel of teaching stream faculty will share how they have continued to grow exciting and dynamic careers after achieving continuing status.  Lunch will be provided. \nPanelists: \n\nSuzanne Wood\, Associate Professor\, Teaching Stream\, and Associate Dean\, Student Affairs\, Dept. of Psychology\, Faculty of Arts & Science\nOlivier St-Cyr\, Associate Professor\, Teaching Stream\, and Associate Dean\, Teaching and Learning\, Faculty of Information\nJessica D’eon\, Associate Professor\, Teaching Stream\, Department of Chemistry\, Faculty of Arts & Science\n\nLocation: Main Lounge @ the Faculty Club\, 41 Willcocks Street. \n➡️ Register  \n  \n  \nPlease note: \n\nA calendar invite will be sent to registrants a day or two before the session.\nThe session will not be recorded.
URL:https://faculty.utoronto.ca/event/building-the-momentum-finding-your-post-continuing-status-pathway-2/
CATEGORIES:Faculty
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260225T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260225T140000
DTSTAMP:20251118T150900Z
CREATED:20251029T134033Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T150900Z
UID:10000208-1772024400-1772028000@faculty.utoronto.ca
SUMMARY:Promotion in the Tenure Stream – For Faculty (Online) - February 25\, 2026\, 1-2pm
DESCRIPTION:This session is for tenured faculty only. \nThe University expects that most tenure-stream faculty will achieve the rank of Professor during their career at this institution. This session is intended for Associate Professors in the Tenure Stream who are preparing for promotion to Professor. We will discuss the process and timelines\, how candidates may be identified\, and how they can develop a professional development plan in preparation for promotion in the tenure stream. \nPlease note: A registration confirmation email will be sent only to the person registering; however\, all registered attendees will receive the meeting link and a day or two prior to the session. The session will not be recorded and the slides will not be shared. We will provide attendees with the Promotion in the Tenure Stream Primer. \nRegister Now
URL:https://faculty.utoronto.ca/event/promotion-in-the-tenure-stream-for-faculty-online-february-25-2026-1-2/
CATEGORIES:Faculty
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260206T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260206T110000
DTSTAMP:20251029T135514Z
CREATED:20251029T135241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251029T135514Z
UID:10000223-1770372000-1770375600@faculty.utoronto.ca
SUMMARY:Promotion in the Teaching Stream – For Faculty (Online) - February 6\, 2026\, 10-11am
DESCRIPTION:This session is only for teaching stream faculty who have already completed their continuing status review and have been promoted to the rank of Associate Professor\, Teaching Stream. \nThe University anticipates that many teaching- stream faculty will achieve the rank of Professor\, Teaching Stream. This session is intended to help associate rank teaching stream faculty prepare for promotion. We will discuss the process and timelines\, how candidates may be identified\, and how they can develop a professional development plan in preparation for promotion to Professor\, Teaching Stream. \nPlease note: A registration confirmation email will be sent only to the person registering; however\, all registered attendees will receive the meeting link and a day or two prior to the session. The session will not be recorded and the slides will not be shared.  We will provide attendees with the Promotion in the Teaching Stream Primer as a resource. \nRegister Now
URL:https://faculty.utoronto.ca/event/promotion-in-the-teaching-stream-for-faculty-online-february-6-2026-10-11/
CATEGORIES:Faculty
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260203T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260203T150000
DTSTAMP:20251029T133250Z
CREATED:20251029T133250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251029T133250Z
UID:10000221-1770123600-1770130800@faculty.utoronto.ca
SUMMARY:Interim and Tenure Review – For Faculty (Online) - February 3\, 2026\, 1-3pm
DESCRIPTION:This session is for tenure stream faculty only. \nAchieving tenure is an important milestone in the life cycle of tenure-stream faculty. Understanding expectations and knowing what constitutes a complete and thorough file is critical. This session\, intended for pre-tenure faculty who are preparing for their interim or tenure reviews\, will cover the process and associated timelines for each review. \nPlease note: A registration confirmation email will be sent only to the person registering; however\, all registered attendees will receive the meeting link and a day or two prior to the session. The session will not be recorded and the slides will not be shared. We will provide attendees with the Interim and Tenure Review Primer. \nRegister Now
URL:https://faculty.utoronto.ca/event/interim-and-tenure-review-for-faculty-online-february-3-2026-1-3pm/
CATEGORIES:Faculty
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260129T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260129T150000
DTSTAMP:20251029T135353Z
CREATED:20251029T132728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251029T135353Z
UID:10000220-1769691600-1769698800@faculty.utoronto.ca
SUMMARY:Probationary and Continuing Status Review – For Faculty (Online) - January 29\, 2026\, 1-3pm
DESCRIPTION:This session is only for teaching stream faculty in continuing appointments who are prior to their continuing status review. \nAchieving continuing status is an important milestone in the life cycle of teaching-stream faculty. Understanding expectations and knowing what constitutes a complete and thorough file is critical. This session\, intended for pre-continuing status faculty who are preparing for their probationary or continuing status reviews\, will cover the process and associated timelines for each review. \nPlease note: A registration confirmation email will be sent only to the person registering; however\, all registered attendees will receive the meeting link and a day or two prior to the session. The session will not be recorded and the slides will not be shared. We will provide attendees with the Probationary & Continuing Status Review Primer. \nRegister now
URL:https://faculty.utoronto.ca/event/probationary-and-continuing-status-review-for-faculty-online-january-29-1-3/
LOCATION:Calendar invite with Teams link will be sent a few days before the event.
CATEGORIES:Faculty
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251119T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251119T150000
DTSTAMP:20250930T125912Z
CREATED:20250909T134120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T125912Z
UID:10000218-1763557200-1763564400@faculty.utoronto.ca
SUMMARY:Assessment of Teaching in Tenure\, Continuing Status\, and Promotion Reviews for Chairs\, Directors\, and Members of Teaching Evaluation Committees (Online)
DESCRIPTION:Please note: Sessions will not be recorded and the slides will not be shared. If your plans change after you register\, please email vpfal.prof.dev@utoronto.ca.  \nThe evaluation of teaching is a critical element in tenure\, continuing status\, and promotion reviews. Led by the Centre for Teaching & Learning (CTL) and the Office of the Vice-Provost\, Faculty & Academic Life (VPFAL) this is a substantive session on the evaluation of teaching effectiveness that will help those engaged in these reviews to conduct their work in a fair and robust way. \nRegister Now \nImage credit: Image# 2009207 (The Noun Project)
URL:https://faculty.utoronto.ca/event/assessment-of-teaching-in-tenure-continuing-status-and-promotion-reviews-for-chairs-directors-and-members-of-teaching-evaluation-committees-online-4/
LOCATION:Calendar invite with Teams link will be sent a few days before the event.
CATEGORIES:Academic Administrators,Faculty
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251022T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251022T150000
DTSTAMP:20250929T155545Z
CREATED:20250915T192507Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250929T155545Z
UID:10000219-1761138000-1761145200@faculty.utoronto.ca
SUMMARY:Bias in the Context of Academic Reviews for AAAs\, Assessors\, and Members of Committees (Online)
DESCRIPTION:If your plans change after you register\, please email vpfal.prof.dev@utoronto.ca.  \nSession Leaders: \n\nMaydianne Andrade\, University Professor\, Biological Sciences\, UTSC and Founder and Co-Chair of Co-Chair of the Toronto Initiative for Diversity & Excellence (TIDE)\nBojana Stefanovic\, Professor\, Medical Biophysics\, Temerty Faculty of Medicine\nwith support from Alison Keith\, University Professor & Director\, Jack Humanities Institute\n\n\n\n\nThis workshop is intended for Provostial\, SGS\, and Decanal assessors; members of any committee that involves peer assessment (e.g.\, search\, PTR\, tenure\, continuing status); as well as Deans\, Principals\, Chairs\, and Directors. Please note that we are unable to accommodate staff\, students\, post-docs\, sessional lecturers\, or clinicians at this session. \nThe goals of this session are to: \n\n\n\n\nProvide you with the tools to identify bias\nIntroduce you to some practical strategies to help you interrupt bias in the moment\nDiscuss what a unit might consider/discuss/put in place to help mitigate bias in academic review processes and assessments\n\n\n\n\nPre-work: The Office of the Vice-Provost\, Faculty & Academic Life recommends that all search\, tenure\, continuing status review\, and promotion committee members\, faculty on PTR committees\, and assessors review these the online Unconscious Bias Modules before attending this session (unless you have previously attended TIDE’s Unconscious Bias 101 and 102 talks) \nPlease note: Registered attendees will receive the Teams link a day or two prior to the session. \nRegister Now \nImage credit: Erik Vullings (The Noun Project)
URL:https://faculty.utoronto.ca/event/bias-in-the-context-of-academic-reviews-for-aaas-assessors-and-members-of-committees-online/
CATEGORIES:Academic Administrators,Faculty
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251006T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260302T143000
DTSTAMP:20250930T125834Z
CREATED:20250904T144218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T125834Z
UID:10000217-1759755600-1772461800@faculty.utoronto.ca
SUMMARY:Hosting International Collaborators 2025-26 Sessions (Online)
DESCRIPTION:Please note: Sessions will not be recorded and the slides will not be shared. If your plans change after you register\, please email vpfal.prof.dev@utoronto.ca.  \nOctober 6. 2025\, 1-2:30pm – Session for Single Department Faculties \nJanuary 19\, 2026\, 1-2:30pm – Session for Multi-Department Faculties \nMarch 2\, 2026\, 1-2:30pm – Session for all Faculties \nThese sessions are open to academic administrators\, faculty\, principal investigators\, and staff. \nSession Leaders: Hisani Kreiser\, Senior Lead\, Academic Immigration & Recruitment and Sophia Martins\, Recruitment and Immigration Advisor\, with support from Olumide Bolu \nHosting international colleagues\, researchers\, expert knowledge holders\, students\, or visitors to your department\, lab\, or office requires advance planning and must include immigration considerations. There can be a variety of negative repercussions if there are errors or omissions in the process. This session will guide participants on where to seek assistance. We will provide an overview of the Canadian immigration system\, offer information on ways to invite and host international collaborators\, and answer general questions about immigration processes and options. \nRegister Now
URL:https://faculty.utoronto.ca/event/hosting-international-collaborators-2025-26-sessions-online/
CATEGORIES:Academic Administrators,Faculty,Staff
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250514T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250514T140000
DTSTAMP:20250407T155819Z
CREATED:20241015T175739Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250407T155819Z
UID:10000211-1747224000-1747231200@faculty.utoronto.ca
SUMMARY:Building the Momentum: Finding Your Post-Continuing Status Pathway
DESCRIPTION:This event has been postponed. We will announce the new date soon. \nThinking about next steps after continuing status? This session\, intended for Associate Professors\, Teaching Stream who achieved continuing status status between 2020-2021 to 2023-24\, is a conversation about post-continuing status pathways. A panel of teaching stream faculty will share how they have continued to grow exciting and dynamic careers after achieving continuing status.  Lunch will be provided. \nPanelists: \n\nAndy Dicks\, Professor\, Teaching Stream\, Chemistry\, FAS\nOlivier St.-Cyr\, Associate Professor\, Teaching Stream\, and Associate Dean\, Teaching and Learning\, INFO\nSuzanne Wood\, Associate Professor\, Teaching Stream\, Psychology\, FAS\n\nLocation: Fairley Lounge @ the Faculty Club\, 41 Willcocks Street. \n  \n  \nPlease note: \n\nTo register for VPFAL events\, you must log in with your UTORid and password.\nA calendar invite will be sent to registrants a day or two before the session.\nThe session will not be recorded nor will the slides be shared.
URL:https://faculty.utoronto.ca/event/building-the-momentum-finding-your-post-continuing-status-pathway-in-person-2/
CATEGORIES:Faculty
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250408T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250408T150000
DTSTAMP:20250408T135150Z
CREATED:20250228T142356Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250408T135150Z
UID:10000215-1744117200-1744124400@faculty.utoronto.ca
SUMMARY:Retirement Information Q&A Session -  April 8\, 2025\, 1-3pm (Live\, Online)
DESCRIPTION:The Retirement Information Q&A session is for faculty and librarians enrolled in the University Pension Plan\, ages 54-72\, who are thinking about retirement\, who have entered phased retirement\, or who have submitted their Notice of Intention to retire. \nThis is a question & answer session only. Please review the Retirement Information Pre-recorded Video Series prior to attending. \nWe will send you a calendar invite with the Teams link a few days before the event.
URL:https://faculty.utoronto.ca/event/retirement-information-qa-session-1-3pm-on-april-8-2025-live-online/
CATEGORIES:Faculty
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250326T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250326T120000
DTSTAMP:20250131T203042Z
CREATED:20240924T140711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250131T203042Z
UID:10000203-1742983200-1742990400@faculty.utoronto.ca
SUMMARY:Hosting International Collaborators - for All Faculties (Online\, March 26\, 10am-12pm)
DESCRIPTION:This session is open to academic administrators\, faculty\, principal investigators\, and staff of all Faculties. \nSession Leaders: Hisani Kreiser\, Senior Lead\, Academic Immigration & Recruitment and Sophia Martins\, Recruitment and Immigration Advisor with support from Olumide Bolu\, Teresa Levitt\, and Carolina Moreno do Nascimento Alme\, Employment & Immigration Consultants \nHosting international colleagues\, researchers\, expert knowledge holders\, students or visitors to your department\, lab\, or office requires advance planning and must include immigration considerations. There can be a variety of negative repercussions if there are errors or omissions in the process. This session will guide participants on where to seek assistance. We will provide an overview of the Canadian immigration system\, offer information on ways to invite and host international collaborators\, and answer general questions about immigration processes and options. \n  \nPlease note: \n\nTo register for VPFAL events\, you must log in with your UTORid and password. Clicking the ‘Going’ button below will bring you to the login screen.\nA calendar invite will be sent to registrants a day or two before the session.\nThe session will not be recorded nor will the slides be shared.
URL:https://faculty.utoronto.ca/event/hosting-international-collaborators-for-all-faculties-online-march-26-10am-12pm/
CATEGORIES:Academic Administrators,Faculty,Staff
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250325T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250325T140000
DTSTAMP:20250220T203547Z
CREATED:20241015T181216Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250220T203547Z
UID:10000212-1742904000-1742911200@faculty.utoronto.ca
SUMMARY:Building the Momentum: Finding Your Post-Tenure Pathway (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:This interactive panel\, intended for associate professors who achieved tenure between 2020-21 and 2023-2024\, is a conversation about exploring post-tenure pathways. Experienced faculty will share how they navigated the immediate post-tenure period. Lunch will be provided. \nPanelists: \n\nTim Chan\, Professor\, Mechanical & Industrial Engineering\, FASE and Associate Vice-President and Vice-Provost\, Strategic Initiatives\nNasim Niknafs\, Associate Professor & Associate Dean\, Research\, MUS\nAkwasi Owusu-Bempah\, Associate Professor\, Sociology\nLaura Rosella\, Professor\, Dalla Lana School of Public Health\n\nLocation: Main Dining Room @ the Faculty Club\, 41 Wilcocks Street. \n  \n  \nPlease note: \n\nTo register for VPFAL events\, you must log in with your UTORid and password.\nA calendar invite will be sent to registrants a day or two before the session.\nThe session will not be recorded nor will the slides be shared.
URL:https://faculty.utoronto.ca/event/building-the-momentum-finding-your-post-tenure-pathway-in-person-2/
CATEGORIES:Faculty
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250228T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250228T140000
DTSTAMP:20250131T203226Z
CREATED:20240925T144936Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250131T203226Z
UID:10000207-1740747600-1740751200@faculty.utoronto.ca
SUMMARY:Promotion in the Teaching Stream – For Faculty (Online)
DESCRIPTION:This session is only for teaching stream faculty who have already completed their continuing status review and have been promoted to the rank of Associate Professor\, Teaching Stream. \nThe University anticipates that many teaching- stream faculty will achieve the rank of Professor\, Teaching Stream. This session is intended to help associate rank teaching stream faculty prepare for promotion. We will discuss the process and timelines\, how candidates may be identified\, and how they can develop a professional development plan in preparation for promotion to Professor\, Teaching Stream. \nPlease note: \n\nTo register for VPFAL events\, you must log in with your UTORid and password. Clicking the ‘Going’ button below will bring you to the login screen.\nA calendar invite will be sent to registrants a day or two before the session.\nThe session will not be recorded nor will the slides be shared. We will provide attendees with the Promotion in the Teaching Stream Primer as a resource.
URL:https://faculty.utoronto.ca/event/promotion-in-the-teaching-stream-for-faculty-online-2/
CATEGORIES:Faculty
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250228T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250630T170000
DTSTAMP:20250303T192050Z
CREATED:20250228T143036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T192050Z
UID:10000214-1740736800-1751302800@faculty.utoronto.ca
SUMMARY:Retirement Information Pre-recorded Video Series - 2025
DESCRIPTION:The retirement information pre-recorded video series is for faculty and librarians enrolled in the University Pension Plan\, ages 54-72\, who are thinking about retirement\, who have entered phased retirement\, or who have submitted their Notice of Intention to retire. \nThese videos\, available on February 28 until June 30\, are an opportunity to learn more about the financial elements relevant to this next stage in your career.  We will cover information on the University Pension Plan (UPP)\, the University’s Phased Retirement Program\, and retiree benefits. Access is limited – you must register here to be sent a link to the videos. You can expect the link to arrive to your email a few days after registering below. \nAdditionally\, we will offer a live Retirement Information Q&A Session on (April 8\, 1-3pm) via Teams. This is a question & answer session only\, most helpful to those who have reviewed the videos prior to attending. To receive the Teams link for the Q&A session\, please register separately on the Retirement Information Q&A Session page. \n 
URL:https://faculty.utoronto.ca/event/retirement-information-pre-recorded-video-series-2025/
CATEGORIES:Faculty
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250227T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250227T150000
DTSTAMP:20250228T171941Z
CREATED:20240925T144405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250228T171941Z
UID:10000206-1740664800-1740668400@faculty.utoronto.ca
SUMMARY:Promotion in the Tenure Stream – For Faculty (Online)
DESCRIPTION:This session is for tenured faculty only. \nThe University expects that most tenure-stream faculty will achieve the rank of Professor during their career at this institution. This session is intended for Associate Professors in the Tenure Stream who are preparing for promotion to Professor. We will discuss the process and timelines\, how candidates may be identified\, and how they can develop a professional development plan in preparation for promotion in the tenure stream. \nPlease note: \n\nTo register for VPFAL events\, you must log in with your UTORid and password. Clicking the ‘Going’ button below will bring you to the login screen.\nA calendar invite will be sent to registrants a day or two before the session.\nThe session will not be recorded nor will the slides be shared. We will provide attendees with the Promotion in the Tenure Stream Primer.
URL:https://faculty.utoronto.ca/event/promotion-in-the-tenure-stream-for-faculty-online-2/
CATEGORIES:Faculty
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250129T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250129T160000
DTSTAMP:20250129T210436Z
CREATED:20240924T164546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250129T210436Z
UID:10000205-1738159200-1738166400@faculty.utoronto.ca
SUMMARY:Probationary and Continuing Status Review – For Faculty (Online)
DESCRIPTION:This session is only for teaching stream faculty in continuing appointments who are prior to their continuing status review. \nAchieving continuing status is an important milestone in the life cycle of teaching-stream faculty. Understanding expectations and knowing what constitutes a complete and thorough file is critical. This session\, intended for pre-continuing status faculty who are preparing for their probationary or continuing status reviews\, will cover the process and associated timelines for each review. \n  \nPlease note: \n\nTo register for VPFAL events\, you must log in with your UTORid and password. Clicking the ‘Going’ button below will bring you to the login screen.\nClicking ‘Add to Calendar’ does not complete your registration. To register\, click the ‘Going’ button and complete the registration form. If you do not receive an automated confirmation\, your registration is not complete.\nA calendar invite will be sent to registrants a day or two before the session.\nThe session will not be recorded nor will the slides be shared. We will provide attendees with the Probationary & Continuing Status Review Primer.
URL:https://faculty.utoronto.ca/event/probationary-and-continuing-status-review-for-faculty-online-2/
CATEGORIES:Faculty
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250128T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250128T160000
DTSTAMP:20250122T195010Z
CREATED:20240924T164122Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250122T195010Z
UID:10000204-1738072800-1738080000@faculty.utoronto.ca
SUMMARY:Interim and Tenure Review – For Faculty (Online)
DESCRIPTION:Note: To register for VPFAL events\, you must log in with your UtorID and password. Clicking the ‘Going’ button below will bring you to the login screen.  \nThis session is for tenure stream faculty only. \nAchieving tenure is an important milestone in the life cycle of tenure-stream faculty. Understanding expectations and knowing what constitutes a complete and thorough file is critical. This session\, intended for pre-tenure faculty who are preparing for their interim or tenure reviews\, will cover the process and associated timelines for each review. \nPlease note: A registration confirmation email will be sent only to the person registering; however\, all registered attendees will receive the meeting link and a day or two prior to the session. The session will not be recorded and the slides will not be shared. We will provide attendees with the Interim and Tenure Review Primer.
URL:https://faculty.utoronto.ca/event/interim-and-tenure-review-for-faculty-online-2/
CATEGORIES:Faculty
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250127T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250127T150000
DTSTAMP:20250122T195031Z
CREATED:20240924T140352Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250122T195031Z
UID:10000202-1737982800-1737990000@faculty.utoronto.ca
SUMMARY:Hosting International Collaborators - for Single Department Faculties (Online\, January 27\, 2025\, 1-3pm)
DESCRIPTION:Note: To register for VPFAL events\, you must log in with your UtorID and password. Clicking the ‘Going’ button below will bring you to the login screen.  \nThis session is open to academic administrators\, faculty\, principal investigators\, and staff of Single Department Faculties. \nSession Leaders: Hisani Kreiser\, Senior Lead\, Academic Immigration & Recruitment and Sophia Martins\, Recruitment and Immigration Advisor with support from Olumide Bolu\, Teresa Levitt\, and Carolina Moreno do Nascimento Alme\, Employment & Immigration Consultants \nHosting international colleagues\, researchers\, expert knowledge holders\, students or visitors to your department\, lab\, or office requires advance planning and must include immigration considerations. There can be a variety of negative repercussions if there are errors or omissions in the process. This session will guide participants on where to seek assistance. We will provide an overview of the Canadian immigration system\, offer information on ways to invite and host international collaborators\, and answer general questions about immigration processes and options. \nPlease note: A registration confirmation email will be sent only to the person registering; however\, all registered attendees will receive the meeting link and a day or two prior to the session. The session will not be recorded and the slides will not be shared.
URL:https://faculty.utoronto.ca/event/hosting-international-collaborators-for-single-department-faculties-online-january-27-2025-1-3pm/
CATEGORIES:Academic Administrators,Faculty,Staff
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241128T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241128T150000
DTSTAMP:20250122T195115Z
CREATED:20240924T135523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250122T195115Z
UID:10000201-1732798800-1732806000@faculty.utoronto.ca
SUMMARY:Hosting International Collaborators - for Multi-Department Faculties (Online\, November 28\, 2024\, 1-3pm)
DESCRIPTION:Note: To register for VPFAL events\, you must log in with your UtorID and password. Clicking the ‘Going’ button below will bring you to the login screen.  \nThis session is open to academic administrators\, faculty\, principal investigators\, and staff of Multi-Department Faculties. \nSession Leaders: Hisani Kreiser\, Senior Lead\, Academic Immigration & Recruitment and Sophia Martins\, Recruitment and Immigration Advisor with support from Olumide Bolu\, Teresa Levitt\, and Carolina Moreno do Nascimento Alme\, Employment & Immigration Consultants \nHosting international colleagues\, researchers\, expert knowledge holders\, students or visitors to your department\, lab\, or office requires advance planning and must include immigration considerations. There can be a variety of negative repercussions if there are errors or omissions in the process. This session will guide participants on where to seek assistance. We will provide an overview of the Canadian immigration system\, offer information on ways to invite and host international collaborators\, and answer general questions about immigration processes and options. \nPlease note: A registration confirmation email will be sent only to the person registering; however\, all registered attendees will receive the meeting link and a day or two prior to the session. The session will not be recorded and the slides will not be shared.
URL:https://faculty.utoronto.ca/event/hosting-international-collaborators-for-multi-department-faculties-online-november-28-2024-1-3pm/
CATEGORIES:Academic Administrators,Faculty,Staff
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241104T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241104T150000
DTSTAMP:20240705T134051Z
CREATED:20240705T134028Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240705T134051Z
UID:10000199-1730725200-1730732400@faculty.utoronto.ca
SUMMARY:Assessment of Teaching in Tenure\, Continuing Status\, and Promotion Reviews for Chairs\, Directors\, and Members of Teaching Evaluation Committees (Online)
DESCRIPTION:The evaluation of teaching is a critical element in tenure\, continuing status\, and promotion reviews. Led by the Centre for Teaching Support & Innovation (CTSI)\, this is a substantive session on the evaluation of teaching effectiveness that will help those engaged in these reviews to conduct their work in a fair and robust way. \nPlease note: A registration confirmation email will be sent only to the person registering; however\, all registered attendees will receive the meeting link and a day or two prior to the session. The session will not be recorded and the slides will not be shared. \nImage credit: Image# 2009207 (The Noun Project)
URL:https://faculty.utoronto.ca/event/assessment-of-teaching-in-tenure-continuing-status-and-promotion-reviews-for-chairs-directors-and-members-of-teaching-evaluation-committees-online-3/
LOCATION:Calendar invite with Teams link will be sent a few days before the event.
CATEGORIES:Academic Administrators,Faculty
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241018T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241018T120000
DTSTAMP:20240924T134951Z
CREATED:20240924T134924Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240924T134951Z
UID:10000200-1729245600-1729252800@faculty.utoronto.ca
SUMMARY:Hosting International Collaborators - for All Faculties (Online\, October 18\, 2024\, 10am-12pm)
DESCRIPTION:This session is open to academic administrators\, faculty\, principal investigators\, and staff of all Faculties. \nSession Leaders: Hisani Kreiser\, Senior Lead\, Academic Immigration & Recruitment and Sophia Martins\, Recruitment and Immigration Advisor with support from Olumide Bolu\, Teresa Levitt\, and Carolina Moreno do Nascimento Alme\, Employment & Immigration Consultants \nHosting international colleagues\, researchers\, expert knowledge holders\, students or visitors to your department\, lab\, or office requires advance planning and must include immigration considerations. There can be a variety of negative repercussions if there are errors or omissions in the process. This session will guide participants on where to seek assistance. We will provide an overview of the Canadian immigration system\, offer information on ways to invite and host international collaborators\, and answer general questions about immigration processes and options. \nPlease note: A registration confirmation email will be sent only to the person registering; however\, all registered attendees will receive the meeting link and a day or two prior to the session. The session will not be recorded and the slides will not be shared.
URL:https://faculty.utoronto.ca/event/hosting-international-collaborators-for-all-faculties-online-october-18-2024-10am-12pm/
CATEGORIES:Academic Administrators,Faculty,Staff
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240502T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240502T113000
DTSTAMP:20231113T130914Z
CREATED:20230915T094234Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231113T130914Z
UID:10000181-1714644000-1714649400@faculty.utoronto.ca
SUMMARY:Hosting International Collaborators - for All Faculties (Online\, May 2 session)
DESCRIPTION:This session is open to academic administrators\, faculty\, principal investigators\, and staff of all Faculties. \nSession Leaders: Hisani Kreiser\, Senior Lead\, Academic Immigration & Recruitment and Sophia Martins\, Recruitment and Immigration Advisor with support from Olumide Bolu\, Teresa Levitt\, and Carolina Moreno do Nascimento Alme\, Employment & Immigration Consultants \nHosting international colleagues\, researchers\, expert knowledge holders\, students or visitors to your department\, lab\, or office requires advance planning and must include immigration considerations. There can be a variety of negative repercussions if there are errors or omissions in the process. This session will guide participants on where to seek assistance. We will provide an overview of the Canadian immigration system\, offer information on ways to invite and host international collaborators\, and answer general questions about immigration processes and options. \nPlease note: A registration confirmation email will be sent only to the person registering; however\, all registered attendees will receive the meeting link and a day or two prior to the session. The session will not be recorded and the slides will not be shared.
URL:https://faculty.utoronto.ca/event/hosting-international-collaborators-for-all-faculties-online-may-2-session/
CATEGORIES:Academic Administrators,Faculty,Staff
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240430T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240430T150000
DTSTAMP:20240401T151355Z
CREATED:20240207T143757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240401T151355Z
UID:10000190-1714482000-1714489200@faculty.utoronto.ca
SUMMARY:Retirement Information Q&A Session (Live\, Online)
DESCRIPTION:The Retirement Information Q&A session is for faculty and librarians enrolled in the University Pension Plan\, ages 54-72\, who are thinking about retirement\, who have entered phased retirement\, or who have submitted their Notice of Intention to retire. \nThis a question & answer session only. We ask that you review the Retirement Information Pre-recorded Video Series prior to attending (register here to be notified when the videos are available). Please also submit your questions via the registration form below. \nQ&A Session date: April 30\, 1-3pm (Live\, Online) \nWe will send you a calendar invite with the Teams link a few days before the event.
URL:https://faculty.utoronto.ca/event/retirement-information-qa-session-live-online/
CATEGORIES:Faculty
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240416T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240630T150000
DTSTAMP:20240214T174942Z
CREATED:20240118T144909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240214T174942Z
UID:10000189-1713272400-1719759600@faculty.utoronto.ca
SUMMARY:Retirement Information Pre-recorded Video Series
DESCRIPTION:The retirement information pre-recorded video series is for faculty and librarians enrolled in the University Pension Plan\, ages 54-72\, who are thinking about retirement\, who have entered phased retirement\, or who have submitted their Notice of Intention to retire. \nThese videos\, available on-demand from mid-April until end of June 2024\, are an opportunity to learn more about the financial elements relevant to this next stage in your career.  We will cover information on the University Pension Plan (UPP)\, the University’s Phased Retirement Program\, and retiree benefits. Access is limited – you must register here to be notified when the videos become available. \nAdditionally\, we will offer a live Retirement Information Q&A Session on April 30\, 2024\, 1-3pm via Teams. This will be a question & answer session only\, most helpful to those who have reviewed the videos prior to attending. In order to receive the Teams link for the Q&A session\, please register separately on the Retirement Information Q&A Session page. \n 
URL:https://faculty.utoronto.ca/event/retirement-information-session-online/
CATEGORIES:Faculty
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240321T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240321T150000
DTSTAMP:20231113T131040Z
CREATED:20230731T134800Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231113T131040Z
UID:10000140-1711029600-1711033200@faculty.utoronto.ca
SUMMARY:Promotion in the Teaching Stream – For Faculty (Online)
DESCRIPTION:This session is only for teaching stream faculty who have already completed their continuing status review and have been promoted to the rank of Associate Professor\, Teaching Stream. \nThe University anticipates that many teaching- stream faculty will achieve the rank of Professor\, Teaching Stream. This session is intended to help associate rank teaching stream faculty prepare for promotion. We will discuss the process and timelines\, how candidates may be identified\, and how they can develop a professional development plan in preparation for promotion to Professor\, Teaching Stream. \nPlease note: A registration confirmation email will be sent only to the person registering; however\, all registered attendees will receive the meeting link and a day or two prior to the session. The session will not be recorded and the slides will not be shared. We will provide attendees with the Promotion in the Teaching Stream Primer as a resource.
URL:https://faculty.utoronto.ca/event/promotion-in-the-teaching-stream-for-faculty-online/
LOCATION:Calendar invite with Teams link will be sent a few days before the event.
CATEGORIES:Faculty
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240320T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240320T143000
DTSTAMP:20231113T131105Z
CREATED:20230915T093924Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231113T131105Z
UID:10000176-1710939600-1710945000@faculty.utoronto.ca
SUMMARY:Hosting International Collaborators - for All Faculties (Online\, Mar 20 session)
DESCRIPTION:This session is open to academic administrators\, faculty\, principal investigators\, and staff of all Faculties. \nSession Leaders: Hisani Kreiser\, Senior Lead\, Academic Immigration & Recruitment and Sophia Martins\, Recruitment and Immigration Advisor with support from Olumide Bolu\, Teresa Levitt\, and Carolina Moreno do Nascimento Alme\, Employment & Immigration Consultants \nHosting international colleagues\, researchers\, expert knowledge holders\, students or visitors to your department\, lab\, or office requires advance planning and must include immigration considerations. There can be a variety of negative repercussions if there are errors or omissions in the process. This session will guide participants on where to seek assistance. We will provide an overview of the Canadian immigration system\, offer information on ways to invite and host international collaborators\, and answer general questions about immigration processes and options. \nPlease note: A registration confirmation email will be sent only to the person registering; however\, all registered attendees will receive the meeting link and a day or two prior to the session. The session will not be recorded and the slides will not be shared.
URL:https://faculty.utoronto.ca/event/hosting-international-collaborators-for-all-faculties-online-mar-20-session/
CATEGORIES:Academic Administrators,Faculty,Staff
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240305T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240305T150000
DTSTAMP:20231113T131206Z
CREATED:20230731T134534Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231113T131206Z
UID:10000136-1709647200-1709650800@faculty.utoronto.ca
SUMMARY:Promotion in the Tenure Stream – For Faculty (Online)
DESCRIPTION:This session is for tenured faculty only. \nThe University expects that most tenure-stream faculty will achieve the rank of Professor during their career at this institution. This session is intended for Associate Professors in the Tenure Stream who are preparing for promotion to Professor. We will discuss the process and timelines\, how candidates may be identified\, and how they can develop a professional development plan in preparation for promotion in the tenure stream. \nPlease note: A registration confirmation email will be sent only to the person registering; however\, all registered attendees will receive the meeting link and a day or two prior to the session. The session will not be recorded and the slides will not be shared. We will provide attendees with the Promotion in the Tenure Stream Primer.
URL:https://faculty.utoronto.ca/event/promotion-in-the-tenure-stream-for-faculty-online/
LOCATION:Calendar invite with Teams link will be sent a few days before the event.
CATEGORIES:Faculty
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