August 2023 - Plants-all - University of Manitoba Mailing Lists

New Space Allocation!
by Alina Skorobohatova 31 Aug '23

31 Aug '23

The following is being sent on behalf of Cathy Bay: _______________ Hello, Attached is the new Space Allocation for the fall term, Sept.1 to Dec. 31, 2023. Cathy will be on holidays for two weeks beginning September 2. If there are any problems with the allocation please speak to Cathy by the end of the day tomorrow or contact Parneet Toora next week. Thank you, Cathy

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Dept. evening walk
by Alina Skorobohatova 30 Aug '23

30 Aug '23

The following is forwarded on behalf of Dr. Claudio Stasolla: ____________________________ All, To celebrate the start of the term, I would like to re-organize a Friday evening (8, 15, 22, or 29 of September) walk to Bird Hill, as we did a coupe of years ago. We would meet by the park (I can help arranging transportation), and from there we will walk in the forest with supper (bring your own) around a bonfire. Before finalizing the details, I would like to know if there is some interest. Those interested should email to me no later than Sept 5th. Thanks, Claudio

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RE: Capital Asset Inventory Audit - August 28
by Allison Paulusma 24 Aug '23

24 Aug '23

Good morning everyone, I have been informed that the University is undertaking an audit on capital asset inventory. See message below. This means they would like to physically verify selected items (equipment of all and any kind) in their location. We have been provided an extensive list from which they will sample select items. We have been given very little notice regarding this site visit. The auditor will be in Plant Science on Monday, August 28th from 8:30 - 12:00. I will accompany the Auditor to various spaces around the Agriculture and Plant Science Bldgs. I will do my best to limit disruption to you and your work space. They will not be visiting Glenlea or Carman Research Farm at this time. I realize this is highly inconvenient at this time and do not anticipate high success rate in locating some of the older equipment noted. Your cooperation and patience is greatly appreciated. From: Vanessa Ryplanski <Vanessa.Ryplanski(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Vanessa.Ryplanski@umanitoba.ca>> Sent: Thursday, August 17, 2023 8:19 AM To: Allison Paulusma <Allison.Paulusma(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Allison.Paulusma@umanitoba.ca>> Subject: Capital Asset Inventory Audit Hello, As discussed at the group meeting this week, I was recently informed that the University is undertaking an audit of all capital asset inventory. They have engaged KPMG to assist them with the audit. Attached is a list Capital Accounting has provided of the capital asset inventory on file as of March 31, 2023. Note: Any items added or disposed of since April 1, 2023 are not accurately reflected in this list. My current understanding is that the auditor will want to physically verify selected items in their location. It was noted that, at this time, they will be auditing only items that we have recorded to be on campus. They won't be visiting Glenlea or Carman. I will be meeting with the auditor this afternoon to obtain further detail and will advise more on process and expectations asap. Thank you, Vanessa Ryplanski, CPA Budget Officer - Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences University of Manitoba 262 Agriculture Building Winnipeg, MB R3T 2N2 Phone: 204-474-6027 Vanessa.Ryplanski(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Vanessa.Ryplanski@umanitoba.ca> [cid:image001.png@01D9D65C.08FB6A10]

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Chemical Clean-Up
by Alina Skorobohatova 17 Aug '23

17 Aug '23

From: Doug Cattani <Doug.Cattani(a)umanitoba.ca> Sent: Thursday, August 17, 2023 1:24 PM To: Alina Skorobohatova <Alina.Skorobohatova(a)umanitoba.ca> Subject: FW: Chemical Clean-Up Please forward to all techs. Deadline is tomorrow. D.J. Cattani, PhD. From: Nicola Harris <Nicola.Harris(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Nicola.Harris@umanitoba.ca>> Sent: Tuesday, August 15, 2023 2:48 PM Subject: Chemical Clean-Up We are inviting you to close-out the summer term with a review of the chemicals stored in your labs, workshops, or storage rooms and the opportunity to turn in your expired or damaged chemicals for disposal. High-hazard chemicals that have expired or are unstable can be costly and complicated to dispose of and the University of Manitoba is providing an option for quick and safe disposal. We have a planned pick up for next week, please notify EHSO by Friday, August 18 if you have high-hazard chemicals that require immediate disposal. If you miss the deadline for this pick-up, we will look into planning additional events in the future. What to look for Look through the chemicals in your research space to see if you have any high-hazard chemicals such as: * Peroxides and peroxide formers, * Nitro compounds, * Pyrophoric and water-reactive substances, * Highly-toxic chemicals, or * Unstable substances. Check on the condition of the chemical and the container it is kept in. If it is discoloured, showing signs of crystallization, or expired then it's time to dispose of them. Important: if you find unstable chemicals in your lab, don't touch them and call 204-474-6633 EHSO for instructions. Be prepared to provide an SDS and information on condition and location. [cid:image001.png@01D9CEAE.F8BF7AB0] Nicki Harris, M.Sc., EPt Environmental Compliance & Chemical Safety Program Manager Environmental Health & Safety Office Phone: 204-474-6438 | 204-296-8100 nicola.harris(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:nicola.harris@umanitoba.ca>

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Space Allocation, Sept.1 to Dec.31, 2023
by Plant Science Reception 16 Aug '23

16 Aug '23

The following is being sent on behalf of Cathy Bay: ____________________ It is time to initiate the space allocation process. Space users, please fill out the "allocation request information sheet" and return to Cathy by August 24th. Thank you, Cathy

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E Lot Service Disruption - Agriculture greenhouses & Science greenhouse - wooden shade removal
by Plant Science Reception 10 Aug '23

10 Aug '23

This message is forwarded on behalf of Office of Parking & Transportation ____________________ Good morning, Monday August 14th, the removal of the wooden shades on the Agriculture greenhouses and Science greenhouse will commence and work is expected to continue for the week. Please use W lot as an alternative parking option if you find no available space in E lot. Agriculture Greenhouses Impacts: • Approximately 14 parking stalls • 24 hr reserved parking section for UM Plant Science vehicles • One lane of a portion of the Service Road Science Greenhouse Impacts: • Approximately 12’ section in front of Science greenhouse We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your cooperation during this construction period. Thank you for your understanding. Office of Parking & Transportation

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MSc defense announcement
by Bev Godard 02 Aug '23

02 Aug '23

M.Sc. Thesis Defense Madison McCausland Department of Plant Science will defend her M.Sc. thesis entitled Analysis of BLMR2, a candidate gene conferring broad spectrum defense to Leptosphaeria maculans in Brassica napus L 1:00pm, Thursday, August 10, 2023 218 Plant Science Seminar Room Join via TEAMS<https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_ZDk2OTlkMzgtMGY0YS00…> Bev Godard Secretary to the Department Head Department of Plant Science University of Manitoba 222 Agriculture Building Winnipeg, MB R3T 2N2 204-474-8563 bev.godard(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:bev.godard@umanitoba.ca> Please note that I currently work Monday and Thursday of each week, therefore you may experience a delayed response to your email.

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