Culture + Well-being
At the University of Alberta, we align with the following statement from the World Health Organization (WHO), which frames our efforts in supporting the health and well-being of our community:
“The workplace recognizes the whole person and directly influences the physical, mental/emotional, financial and social well-being of workers and in turn the health of their families, communities and society.” – WHO
Well-being
The health and well-being of faculty and staff directly impacts the education, work and research that takes place across our campuses. By promoting healthy, preventative and restorative individual health practices, the university strives to cultivate work environments that promote creativity and innovation.
Mental, emotional, social, physical and financial well-being are all important dimensions of a healthy person. The University of Alberta is committed to helping our people be well across all dimensions. Explore the resources available through the links below.
Physical
- Developing healthy behaviours (sleep, nutrition, exercise)
- Managing illness and health restoration
- Maintaining healthy habits
Financial
- Managing financial commitment
- Achieving financial goals
- Preparing for retirement
Culture
At the University of Alberta, we are working towards a culture where every individual feels valued, heard and safe. We believe that a robust culture breeds engagement, and engaged employees are the driving force behind innovation, productivity and ultimately, success.
We recognize that true success is measured in the well-being and empowerment of every member of the university. That's why creating a culture of safety is not just a priority; it's a non-negotiable cornerstone of everything we do. Because when employees feel safe — physically, emotionally, culturally and psychologically — they're empowered to bring their whole selves to work, to take risks, to innovate and to collaborate boldly.
Healthy Campuses
Healthy Campuses provides community-wide initiatives to foster healthy working, learning and living environments for faculty, students and staff.