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Cast your vote: Board of Governors undergraduate student nominee

alexhuls — Fri, 20 Mar 2026 18:09:20 +0000

Following the recent call for undergraduate student nominations to the Board of Governors, two undergraduate student nominees will be running for the position.

The candidates and their personal statements can be found on the Secretariat website.

All registered students at �첥��Ƶ are eligible to vote for their candidate of choice.

Voting opens: Tuesday, March 24 at 9 a.m.
Voting closes: Monday, March 30 at 5 p.m.

To cast your ballot, please visit once voting opens on Tuesday.

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Take Our Kids to Work Day participants reflect on first jobs, future dreams

alexhuls — Wed, 12 Nov 2025 20:50:46 +0000

�첥��Ƶ welcomed Grade 9 students to its Keele, Glendon and Markham campuses for Take Our Kids to Work Day on Nov. 5, offering a full day of job shadowing, campus tours and conversations about career paths.

The annual program encourages meaningful conversations about education, work and personal aspirations by connecting students with parents, guardians or mentors in their workplaces.

To capture the experience, YFile interviewed three York employees and their visitors to learn about their first jobs, future ambitions and the insights they’d share with their younger selves.

Gloria and Pelagia Orchard

Gloria Orchard

Assistant professor, teaching stream, in the Department of Physics and Astronomy at York’s Markham Campus

Q: What was your first job?
A: My first job was at a Zellers store. It was a part-time job during high school, and I worked in ladies' fashion and as a cashier.

Q: Did that job influence your career path in any way?
A: Every job I have had in the past has influenced my career path in some way. My first job was an experience that helped me learn about joining the work force, finding a balance between school and work and building on my communication skills. These are skills I still use in my current position as I continue to balance work and family life.

Q: What would you tell your Grade 9 self about that job now?
A: I would tell my Grade 9 self now that your first job is the beginning of a journey in work and life that will help shape your future career.

Pelagia Orchard

Q: What do you think your first job will be?
A: I think my first job will be working at a store like Michaels or Canadian Tire. I will probably help out with sorting new products and helping customers find what they want.

Q: What kind of work are you curious about?
A: I'm interested in being a scientist. I like insects, so I've considered studying entomology. I think I would really enjoy studying insects and writing reports on them. I am also curious about being a teacher. I would get to use the whiteboard and give kids stickers, but I'd also have to talk to parents and manage students' behaviour.

Q: What did you learn from seeing your host’s job?
A: Going to the University really showed me what it’s like to actually experience it. I got to see all the resources that are available for students and the activities that students get to participate in. There is so much to do at university, both as a student and as a professor.

Dina Rafie and Salma Abass

Dina Rafie

Operations coordinator for housing and hospitality at York's Glendon College

Q: What was your first job?
A: My first job was with �첥��Ƶ, where I worked as a work-study housing assistant.

Q: Did that job influence your career path in any way?
A: Definitely. That first role introduced me to how the University operates behind the scenes and gave me a real appreciation for the work that goes into supporting students. It helped me build strong communication and organizational skills and made me realize how much I enjoy being part of the York community. In many ways, it set the foundation for my career path – I started as a student employee, and now I’m still here, just in a different role with more responsibility and impact.

Q: What would you tell your Grade 9 self about that job now?
A: If I could tell my Grade 9 self one thing, it would be that every opportunity matters. Even your first job can open doors you never expected.

Salma Abass

Q: What do you think your first job will be?
A: I think my first job will be as a lifeguard because I’m currently working on my Bronze Cross certification, and I really enjoy it.

It’s something I’m passionate about and would love to do as my first work experience.

Q: What kind of work are you curious about?
A: I’m curious about working in the field of mental health care. I’d like to become a psychiatrist one day, although I’m still figuring things out and exploring different paths since I’m still young and my interests keep changing.

Q: What did you learn from seeing your host’s job?
A: I learned that even though some jobs may seem easy at first, they can be quite detailed and time-consuming.

For example, tasks like making lots of phone calls and writing many emails take more effort and patience than I expected.

Kunjan and Vinayak Rupakheti

Kunjan Rupakheti

Geotechnical lab technician at the at York's Keele Campus

Q: What was your first job?
A: I worked as a civil engineering technician in road construction.

Q: Did that job influence your career path in any way?
A: Yes. My first job helped me pave the way for my life after that. I was very interested in nature and human interaction while building infrastructures.

I learned more about geological aspects of engineering and worked on projects related to it.

Q: What would you tell your Grade 9 self about that job now?
A: Work is a portfolio that reflects the real-world results of your knowledge. I saw how what I learned could make a tangible difference in people’s lives through infrastructure development.

A first job helps confirm whether your studies align with your interests, since real-world work often feels different from what you imagine while studying.

Vinayak Rupakheti

Q: What do you think your first job will be?
A: I might work in a restaurant or grocery store to gain experience in customer service and working in a fast-paced environment. This would help me develop time management, decision-making and communication skills. I’d also be interested in a job in the medical field if possible.

Q: What kind of work are you curious about?
A: I have always been deeply curious about doctors and others in the medical field. I find their work fascinating and incredibly meaningful, as it plays such an essential role in improving lives. I want to experience what it feels like to help people in need and make a difference by addressing their health-related problems.

Q: What did you learn from seeing your host’s job?
A: I learned how much time and effort professionals dedicate to their work every day. I also realized how much knowledge and focus are needed to do their jobs effectively. It made me appreciate the passion and commitment required in these demanding fields. I discovered that these professions involve continuous learning, showing that growth and improvement never stop.

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What to know about parking on campus in winter

ashleygc — Fri, 07 Nov 2025 19:27:35 +0000

Faculty, staff and students are asked to follow snow route parking procedures during the winter season from Nov. 15 to March. 30, 2026.

Snow routes
The Keele Campus snow route policy is there to ensure emergency vehicles can safely access the campus and is in effect from Nov. 15 until March 30, 2026. Vehicles parked in snow routes could be ticketed or relocated.

Snow routes include Passy Crescent, Assiniboine Road, Ottawa Road and other designated areas across the campus. Please follow signage.

Parking restrictions
Parking is not permitted on the Keele Campus between 10:30 p.m. to 7 a.m. regardless of weather conditions. This applies to both pay machines and HONK Mobile sites.

Snow clearing
York's fleet of snow-removal vehicles will operate during restricted hours between November and March. Vehicles parked along snow routes during these times will be tagged and/or towed.

For more information contact Parking & Transportation Services at parking@yorku.ca.

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Closure of Canada Post outlet in York Lanes Bookstore

ashleygc — Wed, 22 Oct 2025 18:45:19 +0000

The Canada Post outlet in York Lanes will permanently close on Nov. 13, 2025.

To ensure continuity of service, several key mailing services will be available as of Nov. 14, 2025 through Central Mailing Services, located in Room 019 Curtis Lecture Halls at �첥��Ƶ's Keele Campus.

Please visit Central Mailing Services for:

dropping off of mail;
express and priority post envelopes;
flat rate boxes;
stamps; and
other products and services, such as bubble mailers, postage paid envelopes, corrugated cardboard boxes and mailing boxes for smartphones.

Alternative Canada Post locations nearby include , and , all offering extended hours throughout the week.

Questions should be sent to mailroom@yorku.ca.

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�첥��Ƶ community invited to participate in Smart Commute Month

alexhuls — Wed, 10 Sep 2025 18:46:49 +0000

�첥��Ƶ’s Parking & Transportation Services invites the York community to take part in Smart Commute Month, an annual campaign that encourages commuters to think differently about how they travel and supports the University’s leadership in sustainable transportation.

Smart Commute Month is an initiative dedicated to encouraging and supporting sustainable travel. The campaign invites the York community to try new ways of commuting to its campuses and to see how small changes in daily travel can make a big impact.

Throughout September, community members can – organized by the City of Toronto – on topics including winter driving, the benefits of daily movement, cyclists’ rights and the use of micro-mobility devices.

These opportunities are complemented by year-round resources offered by Parking & Transportation Services to help staff, faculty and students explore alternatives to single-occupancy vehicle travel. Options include carpooling and ride-matching services, Toronto Bike Share, transit planning tools and incentives, and campus shuttle services.

The community can also participate in a survey organized by the Smart Commute organization, which provides valuable information to better understand commuting challenges and to develop solutions that align with York’s sustainability strategy.

York’s partnership with Smart Commute supports the mandate of Parking & Transportation Services to strengthen sustainability efforts, while promoting awareness of alternative transportation options to and from the University’s campuses.

Learn more about how to get involved at .

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York earns WWF-Canada’s Living Campus certification for second year

alexhuls — Fri, 05 Sep 2025 17:31:29 +0000

For the second consecutive year, World Wildlife Fund Canada (WWF-Canada) has recognized York with its Living Campus certification, highlighting the University’s ongoing commitment to environmental leadership and sustainability.

The Living Campus designation celebrates post-secondary institutions for their leadership in conservation and environmental stewardship, while encouraging community involvement through education and action.

Nicole Arsenault

"Being designated a WWF Living Campus is a testament to �첥��Ƶ’s deep commitment to conservation, community engagement and creating lasting environmental impact. Our partnership with WWF-Canada empowers students to become sustainability leaders and inspires collective action for a healthier planet," says Nicole Arsenault, director in the Office of Sustainability.

York’s renewed certification reflects its sustained efforts to enhance sustainability across its campuses since first receiving the recognition last year.

Among those efforts is the ongoing development of campus-wide renaturalization and ecological regeneration plans that emphasize Indigenous plant species. These projects support local habitats and biodiversity while creating accessible and educational green spaces.

Facilities Services has played a central role, implementing pollinator habitats and strategies to promote ecosystem diversity, revitalizing the historic fruit orchard at Stong House and planting more than 578 native plants and 238 native trees across the Keele and Glendon campuses.

Stewart Danker

“Our grounds team is proud to be committed to ensuring York’s campuses contribute meaningfully to addressing today’s environmental challenges,” says Stewart Dankner, director of property management with Facilities Services. “Through our stewardship, we’re creating sustainable, welcoming spaces that support both the community and the broader environment.”

Facilities Services has also collaborated with the Maloca Gardens team, Regenesis, the Centre for Bee Ecology, Evolution and Conservation, and the Biodiversity Working Group to advance visible, accessible biodiversity initiatives focused on student well-being, community engagement and food sustainability.

These efforts, and the renewed Living Campus designation, also support �첥��Ƶ’s sustainability strategy, Positive Change: Connecting People, Planet and Purpose, launched in 2024, which builds on the University’s record as an international leader in sustainability research, teaching, partnerships and campus practices.

York has tracked its progress in its most recent Sustainable Development Goals Report which highlights an 82 per cent reduction in carbon emissions from investments and the protection of more than 785 acres of greenspace.

Students are invited to take part in WWF-Canada’s Living Planet Leader certification program, which helps develop sustainability knowledge and skills to make an impact both at York and in communities.

For more information or to register, visit the Office of Sustainability website.

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Parking, traffic modifications for National Bank Open tennis

alexhuls — Fri, 18 Jul 2025 18:41:06 +0000

The 2025 National Bank Open tennis tournament will take place at the Sobeys Stadium on �첥��Ƶ’s Keele Campus from Saturday, Jul. 26 to Thursday, Aug. 7. While every effort is made to minimize the disruption of operations on the Keele Campus, the following parking and traffic modifications will be in effect.

Reserved parking for tennis pass holders:

Founders Road West Lot
Northwest Gate Lot (north/middle)
Arboretum Lane Parking Garage
Student Services Parking Garage
Shoreham Drive Lot

Patrons and participants are required to have a virtual Tennis Parking Pass to access these lots/garages. All lots, with the exception of the Shoreham Drive Lot, will be occupied for this event from Saturday, July 26 at 6 a.m. until Thursday, Aug. 7 at midnight. The Shoreham Drive Lot will be closed for this event from Friday, July 25 at 6 a.m. until Tuesday, Aug. 8 at 6 a.m.

�첥��Ƶ parking permit holders

Permit holders with the exception of Shoreham Lot permit holders, will not be displaced during this event. A predetermined quantity of parking spaces have been reserved for community members who must be on campus during this time. Shoreham Lot permit holders will be moved to Arboretum Lane Parking Garage starting on Friday, July 25 until Friday, Aug. 8 inclusive.

�첥��Ƶ visitor/short-term parking

Visitor and short-term parking will be available in the following places:

Vanier Lot
Founders Road East Visitor Lot ($10 flat rate)
Northwest Gate South lot ($10 flat rate)
Calumet Lot ($15 flat rate)
York Lanes Parking Garage
Atkinson Lot
Passy Crescent
Assiniboine Road
Fine Arts Road
Physical Resources Building Lot South
Thompson Road Lot West
Thompson Road Lot East
University Street
Lumbers Visitors Lot
Student Services Parking Garage

There will be no short-term parking in the following places:

Arboretum Lane Parking Garage
Northwest Gate Lot (north/middle)
Shoreham Lot

Traffic restrictions on campus

Shoreham Drive will be fully closed for the duration of the event at these times:

From Saturday, July 26 to Sunday, Aug. 3: Road restrictions will be in effect daily from 9 a.m. to midnight.
From Monday, Aug. 4 to Thursday, Aug. 7: Restrictions will apply daily from 4 p.m. to midnight.

For more information or if any special parking arrangements are required, contact Parking Services at parking@yorku.ca.

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Cast your vote: Board of Governors graduate/professional student nominees

alexhuls — Fri, 21 Mar 2025 19:29:19 +0000

Following the recent call for graduate/professional student nominations to the Board of Governors, two nominees will be running for the position. The candidates and their personal statements be found on the Secretariat website.

�첥��Ƶ’s Student Senator Caucus (SSC) held nominations earlier this month for a full-time graduate or professional student to join the Board of Governors, offering a unique opportunity to help shape the University's policy and decision-making.

All registered students at �첥��Ƶ are eligible to vote for their candidate of choice.

Voting opens: Monday, March 24 at 9 a.m.
Voting closes: Friday, March 28 at 5 p.m.

To cast a ballot, visit .

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Changes to Duo two-factor authentication

alexhuls — Wed, 16 Oct 2024 16:51:02 +0000

An additional layer of security in �첥��Ƶ’s authentication application, Duo, helps protect against certain types of phishing attacks to improve cybersecurity. As part of planned updates to the University’s current two-factor authentication service, University Information Technology (UIT) is deploying an extra layer of security through the use of one-time passcodes.

This change, which go into effect Oct. 17, will ask users to enter a three-digit passcode during the login process. This additional layer of security helps prevent users from accepting a malicious login request – a type of phishing attack that has been encountered at the University. These one-time passcodes will be time-based and refresh every 30 seconds.

For more detailed information about the change, visit the .

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Cast your vote: Board of Governors undergraduate student nominee

phalfert — Fri, 22 Mar 2024 19:30:43 +0000

Following the recent call for undergraduate student nominations to the Board of Governors, two undergraduate student nominees will be running for the position. The candidates and their personal statements be found on the Secretariat website.

All registered students at �첥��Ƶ are eligible to vote for their candidate of choice.

Voting opens: Monday, March 25 at 9 a.m.
Voting closes: Friday, March 29 at 5 p.m.

To cast your ballot, visit .

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