{"id":251874,"date":"2025-05-08T15:12:43","date_gmt":"2025-05-08T19:12:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/carleton.ca\/qualityinitiatives\/?page_id=251874"},"modified":"2026-07-13T14:55:25","modified_gmt":"2026-07-13T18:55:25","slug":"our-impact","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/carleton.ca\/qualityinitiatives\/our-impact\/","title":{"rendered":"Our Impact"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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\n Our Impact\n <\/h1>\n \n \n\n

2025-2026<\/p>\n\n\n <\/header>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n\n \n\n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n

2025-2026 Impact<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The Office of Quality Initiatives plays a pivotal role in fostering continuous improvement and excellence across the university. While the true impact of our work often unfolds over the long term, the following numbers provide a glimpse into the range, volume, and depth of our efforts.<\/p>\n\n\n \n

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\n Customized Facilitation\n <\/h2>\n\n

\n We offer customized facilitation for retreats, workshops and meetings, tailoring our approach to your goals to ensure a productive and engaging experience.\n <\/p>\n <\/header>\n \n

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\n 10 Requests\n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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\n 14 Sessions\n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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\n 200+ Participants\n <\/p>\n

\n including faculty, staff, and community partners\n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n <\/div>\n\n \n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n

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[OQI\u2019s] facilitation of a day long departmental ‘retreat’ was exceptional. [They] took the time to understand the department’s needs and issues, collaborated with us in preparing (and revising) an agenda, and led the discussions in a highly professional manner.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n\n \n

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\n Evidence-Informed Planning and Decision-Making\n <\/h2>\n\n

\n OQI collaborates with stakeholders, conducts research, and gathers data to set goals and create actionable plans, ensuring decisions are well-informed and aligned with university objectives.\n <\/p>\n <\/header>\n \n

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\n 4 Formal Assessments\/Reviews\n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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\n 75 Consultation Sessions\n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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\n 180+ Participants\n <\/p>\n

\n including faculty, staff and external subject matter experts\n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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\n Actionable Recommendations\n <\/p>\n

\n to improve work culture, communication, collaboration, workflow and processes.\n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n <\/div>\n\n \n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n

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\n Learning and Professional Development\n <\/h2>\n\n

\n Learning and Professional Development focuses on cultivating a culture of continuous improvement and growth. This includes tailored training programs, workshops, and resources designed to enhance skills and competencies across the university.\n <\/p>\n <\/header>\n \n

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\n 155+ Training Hours \n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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\n 1,000+ Registrants\n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n <\/div>\n\n \n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n

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I feel better prepared to navigate the relationship of manager to employee after this session. I liked the concrete resources, and also the simplicity of the way the information was presented.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n\n \n

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\n Healthy Workplace\n <\/h2>\n\n

\n Healthy Workplace exists to support Carleton University in being a workplace where health and well-being are infused into every aspect of our work and community, where ultimately everyone can flourish.\n <\/p>\n <\/header>\n \n

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\n 58 Offerings\n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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\n 1,400+ Participants\n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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\n 77 Volunteers\n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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\n 710+ Volunteer Hours\n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n <\/div>\n\n \n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n

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[Healthy Workplace] fosters a supportive and respectful culture where I feel valued and heard, and there is a genuine emphasis on work\u2013life balance. I have appreciated the wide range of wellness initiatives and resources that demonstrate Carleton\u2019s commitment to employee wellbeing, as well as the strong sense of community and collaboration among colleagues.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n\n \n

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\n Carleton Leader\n <\/h2>\n\n

\n Carleton Leader, developed by and for the university, aims to build leadership capabilities that foster positive work environments and embrace innovative practices. This initiative positions Carleton University at the forefront of excellence.\n <\/p>\n <\/header>\n \n

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\n 535+ Carleton Leaders\n <\/p>\n

\n to date\n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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\n 95% of Respondents\n <\/p>\n

\n felt they have improved networks and relationships\n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n <\/div>\n\n \n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n

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[Carleton Leader] made me realize my value as a leader…made me see myself as a leader… It helped me see ME in the role. It helped me identify my leadership and how I can use my strengths to improve.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n\n \n

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\n CAUBO Leader\n <\/h2>\n\n

\n Carleton partnered with The Canadian Association of University Business Officers (CAUBO) to pilot a national leadership development program that strengthens leadership capacity, builds cross-sector networks, and equips higher education profes…\n <\/p>\n <\/header>\n \n

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\n 18 Pilot Participants\n <\/p>\n

\n from mid- to senior administrative roles\n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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\n 18 Universities\n <\/p>\n

\n across eight provinces and territories engaged\n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n <\/div>\n\n \n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n

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[CAUBO Leader] allows you to dig deep into yourself, engage in conversations with both yourself and other colleagues and truly inspires a broader but deeper meaning into what you bring as a leader.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n\n \n

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\n Organizational Efficiency\n <\/h2>\n\n

\n We drive continuous improvement, focusing on creating streamlining processes from the customer perspective. Our tailored approach addresses the unique needs of each team, ensuring impactful and sustainable change.\n <\/p>\n <\/header>\n \n

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\n 18 Initiatives\n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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\n 35+ Units Engaged\n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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\n 100% of Respondents\n <\/p>\n

\n agree\/strongly agree that this work has led to positive changes\n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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\n 65 Participants\n <\/p>\n

\n engaged in the new Process Improvement workshop series\n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n <\/div>\n\n \n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n

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[OQI] are wonderful colleagues and super helpful to have supporting these processes. Thank you!<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n\n \n

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\n Service Excellence Awards\n <\/h2>\n\n

\n The Service Excellence Awards celebrate the outstanding contributions of Carleton faculty and staff, fostering a culture of recognition, service excellence, and shared commitment to the university community.\n <\/p>\n <\/header>\n \n

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\n 260 Nominations\n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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\n 530+ Individuals Recognized\n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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\n 350+ Attendees\n <\/p>\n

\n at the Service Excellence Awards Celebration\n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n <\/div>\n\n \n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n \n

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\n Strategy Development and Implementation\n <\/h2>\n\n

\n We partner with Faculties, departments, and teams to develop and align strategic and operational plans.\n <\/p>\n <\/header>\n \n

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