Wednesday, January 18, 2023

Carleton University Launches Inaugural Digital Strategy

Carleton University has launched its inaugural Digital Strategy and Roadmap. The strategy was developed over two years, and reflects insights and feedback from more than 1,000 faculty, staff and students who provided their input through consultations, online submissions and social media. The Digital Strategy aligns with the university’s... More

Tuesday, December 20, 2022

December Finance and Administration Newsletter

Read the news from the Finance and Administration Division in the December Newsletter. You can provide us your feedback or newsletter ideas by emailing... More

Friday, December 9, 2022

Tunnel Reopened

Facilities Management and Planning is pleased to inform the campus community that the section of tunnel from the Tunnel Junction (near MacOdrum Library) to the entrance to Kailash Mital Theatre re-opened on Friday, Dec. 9 following extensive repairs over the last two months.  We understand that this closure has caused some inconvenience but we... More

Friday, November 25, 2022

2022-2023 Holiday Closure

(This message was distributed to the Carleton community on Nov. 2, 2022) To all Members of the Carleton Community, Carleton University will be closed from Sunday, Dec. 25, 2022 through Tuesday, Jan. 3, 2023 inclusive for the holiday season and will re-open on Wednesday, Jan. 4, 2023. Should you wish to take vacation days to extend the... More

Thursday, November 24, 2022

Library Road Lane Reduction on Nov. 26

Please be advised that Library Road will be reduced to one lane on Saturday, Nov. 26 from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. A crane will be in place to facilitate the replacement of equipment on the roof of the Tory Building. Flag persons will be onsite to direct traffic and pedestrians around the work... More

Thursday, November 24, 2022

Drywall delivery at ARISE – Temporary Lane Closure on University Drive

On Tuesday, Nov. 29, a boom truck will be on University Drive at the ARISE Building to allow for the delivery of drywall and other materials from 9:30 a.m. to noon. The drywall will be hoisted through a window on the second floor of the building. There may be minimal noise during this delivery.... More

Tuesday, August 23, 2022

Residence Move-In Begins Sept. 1

Students will be moving into residence during the week of Sept. 1 – 4 (inclusive). There will be additional traffic congestion on campus near the Bronson entrance and around the residence precinct during that week as we expect 800 students daily, between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m.  Continue reading for parking and traffic impacts.... More

Wednesday, August 10, 2022

Reminder – Policies Relating to In-Person Events and Travel

As on-campus activity increases and travel and in-person events resume, please be reminded of the following policies when planning and/or making purchasing decisions: Hospitality and Working Meal Expenses policy: Invoices or reimbursements for alcohol expenses cannot be charged to the university, unless pre-approved by the VP Finance &... More

Thursday, June 9, 2022

June Finance and Administration Newsletter

The June Finance and Administration Newsletter is now available. Read it here: https://carleton.ca/finance-admin/cms-newsletter/june-finance-and-administration-newsletter/ We welcome your feedback or ideas for future newsletters. You can contact us at:... More

Friday, May 6, 2022

Carleton Invests in $2 Million Future Learning Lab

Carleton University is creating a new space to bring educators and students together to share, research and design thanks to $1 million in funding from the Government of Ontario and a matching contribution from the university. This investment from the province’s Training Equipment and Renewal Fund will support the transformation of the fourth... More

Thursday, April 28, 2022

National Day of Mourning is Today

At a time when many Canadian families continue to be impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, we also remember and honour those colleagues, friends and family members who have died, sustained injuries or suffered illness due to workplace related incidents and hazards. Annually, on April 28, Canadians mark the National Day of Mourning, not only... More

Thursday, April 28, 2022

New Secure Bike Compound Opens May 2

Parking Services is pleased to announce that as of May 2, Carleton’s new secure storage compound for students, staff, or faculty cycling to campus will officially open. This new compound is located between Dunton Tower and Azrieli Pavilion on Library Road. Spaces at the Dunton Tower compound will be available for rental on May... More

Friday, March 18, 2022

Carleton’s New Responsible Investment Policies

Carleton University is pleased to announce updated responsible investment policies that include a commitment to not hold any direct fossil fuel investments in its Endowment and Non-Endowed Operating Funds, as well as a strategy to achieve significant decarbonization of these portfolios by 2030. Read more... More

Thursday, December 9, 2021

Winter Safety on Campus

With winter in full swing, the Facilities Management and Planning team wants to remind the campus community that the university’s snow removal plan is in effect. FMP’s priority for snow removal is to keep the main streets on campus clear and to be as responsive to weather conditions as possible. The major pathways on campus will... More

Tuesday, December 7, 2021

New Appointments: Vice-President (Finance and Administration) and Deputy Provost (Academic Operations and Planning)

Message from the President December 7, 2021 To All Members of the Carleton Community, I am pleased to announce that Dr. Lorraine Dyke has been selected as the next Vice-President (Finance and Administration) at Carleton University and will start April 1, 2022, following a short leave. All my thanks to Cindy Taylor who has graciously... More

Thursday, November 11, 2021

November 2021 Finance and Administration Newsletter

The November 2021 Finance and Administration Newsletter is now out. You can read it here If you have ideas or feedback about the newsletter, we want to hear from you. You can email financeadministration@carleton.ca with any input you have. Enjoy your... More

Sunday, September 26, 2021

Dunton Tower – Update #5

Facilities Management and Planning is pleased to confirm that installation of a rental fan to reinstate ventilation to Dunton Tower was successfully completed on Saturday, Sept. 25. The safe reopening of the building will occur on Monday, Sept. 27 as planned. The building was closed last week due to a failure in the main... More

Wednesday, September 22, 2021

Library Road Closure near Dunton Tower – Update #4

The reopening of the building remains on track for Monday, Sept. 27. The building was closed last week due to a failure in the main air supply fan, which prevented the university from meeting its COVID-19 safety measures for our faculty, staff and students. Note that the temporary closure of a section of Library... More

Monday, September 20, 2021

Dunton Tower to Reopen on Sept. 27 – Update #3

Facilities Management and Planning wishes to thank the campus community for its patience as we investigated solutions to allow for the reopening Dunton Tower. The building was closed last week due to a failure in the main air supply fan, which prevented the university from meeting its COVID-19 safety measures for our faculty, staff... More

Thursday, September 2, 2021

Hand Sanitizer Dispensers are now available in eShop

Facilities Management and Planning (FMP) has made arrangements with Citron Hygiene for hand sanitizer stations for departments to purchase in preparation for Return to Campus. If you would like to order a unit for your department, please visit eShop for costing details which can be found on the “Hand Sanitizer Dispenser Service Form” under... More

Thursday, September 2, 2021

September 2021 Finance and Administration Newsletter

The September issue of the Finance and Administration newsletter is available here Enjoy you... More

Tuesday, June 15, 2021

June Finance and Administration Newsletter

The June Finance and Administration newsletter has been released. You can enjoy reading it here Please note: There will be no July newsletter but it returns in early... More

Tuesday, May 11, 2021

May 2021 Finance and Administration Newsletter

The May 2021 Finance and Administration newsletter is ready. Be sure to check it out and enjoy your read. If you have a story idea for the Finance and Administration newsletter, please email it to... More

Friday, May 7, 2021

Summer 2021 Campus Construction: Bronson entrance/P7/Roundabout

A significant roadwork project will get underway on campus starting May 10, 2021. The purpose of this work is to mitigate future traffic congestion on campus as part of Carleton University's Transportation Plan project involves three major elements, including: Expansion of Bronson Ave. entrance to campus: This will include an additional left-turn... More

Friday, September 4, 2020

Finance and Administration September Newsletter

Read about what has been happening in the Finance and Administration division in the September... More

Friday, March 6, 2020

Monitoring COVID-19 at Carleton: Taking Precautions

As the outbreak of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) continues to raise concerns around the globe, Carleton University is continuing to closely follow the advice provided by Ottawa Public Health and other health agencies such as the Public Health Agency of Canada and Ontario Public Health. At this time, the Public Health Agency of Canada... More

Wednesday, February 26, 2020

Environment Canada’s Weather Alert For Ottawa – Update 2

2:30 p.m. This morning, Environment Canada issued a weather alert for the Ottawa region in anticipation of a winter storm starting tonight. Light snow is expected to turn to heavy snowfall later tonight. Heavy snow will then continue into Thursday morning before tapering to flurries late Thursday. Total snowfall amounts of 20 to 40... More

Wednesday, February 26, 2020

Winter Storm Watch Feb. 26 – Update 1

As of 4:36 a.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 26, 2020 Environment Canada has updated the special weather statement released on Tuesday, February 24, 2020. Light snow is expected to develop Wednesday morning and become heavy late in the day. Heavy snow will then continue through into Thursday morning before tapering to flurries late Thursday. Total snowfall... More

Friday, February 7, 2020

Warning: Coronavirus Phishing Email/Scam Appears to be from Health Officials

Please beware of phishing email scams, which appear to be from the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), or other health officials and are about the Coronavirus. The messages may suggest clicking on a link or to download a document or report, or to respond for more information. These emails should be deleted... More

Friday, November 8, 2019

Carleton Achieves Canada’s Biggest Increase in Research Funding among Comprehensive and Medical Universities

Nov. 7, 2019 The latest Re$earch Infosource rankings of Canada’s top research universities show Carleton posted the country’s biggest increase in research funding among all comprehensive and medical universities. Sponsored research income from external sources – a proxy for research quality and impact - jumped to $70,298,000 in 2018... More

Thursday, October 3, 2019

Seasonal Switchover to Heat

After another beautiful summer, it is that time again when the campus switches from cooling to heating mode. The campus buildings are a bit more complicated than a typical household furnace system so Facilities Management and Planning generally needs a few days to accommodate the work. Our aim is always to keep the indoor... More

Friday, July 5, 2019

Temporary Closure of Campus Avenue on July 10

Please be advised that Campus Avenue will be temporarily closed on July 10 from 6 a.m. to noon in front of the Nicol construction site due to repaving of the road. Access to the University Centre and the Minto Case loading dock will be maintained. OC Transpo buses will be rerouted to University Drive... More

Tuesday, June 11, 2019

Steacie Building Elevator Update

Please be advised that the west-side elevator, number one, in Steacie Building is now operational. Facilities Management and Planning appreciates your patience as we worked through this... More

Friday, May 24, 2019

Emergency Steam Shutdown on May 24

Please be advised there is an emergency steam shutdown which will effect heating and hot water in the following buildings: ARISE Herzberg Richcraft Steacie University Centre There will be no hot water or heat in these buildings for approximately 24 hours.  Normal operations are expected to resume by Saturday afternoon, May 25. In addition,... More

Monday, May 13, 2019

Five Outstanding Carleton Leaders Take on Greater Challenges

May 13, 2019 Dear Colleagues, I am very pleased to let you know that five outstanding and long-serving Carleton leaders have accepted greater responsibilities at the institution. Please join me in congratulating Lorraine Dyke, Cindy Taylor, Karen Schwartz, Jennifer Conley and Lisa Ralph on their appointments. Thank you for being willing to serve!... More

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