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FW from Doug Cattani: Parking lot hazards
by Bev Godard 21 May '24

21 May '24

From: Doug Cattani <Doug.Cattani(a)umanitoba.ca> Sent: Tuesday, May 21, 2024 10:12 AM To: Bev Godard <Bev.Godard(a)umanitoba.ca> Subject: FW: Parking lot hazards All, Please lets keep our areas free of debris so that the issues below will not happen. Thank you D.J. Cattani, PhD. From: SHARLENE MACCOY <Sharlene.MacCoy(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Sharlene.MacCoy@umanitoba.ca>> Sent: Tuesday, May 21, 2024 9:57 AM To: Doug Cattani <Doug.Cattani(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Doug.Cattani@umanitoba.ca>> Cc: Yvonne Lawley <Yvonne.Lawley(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Yvonne.Lawley@umanitoba.ca>> Subject: Parking lot hazards Hi Doug, In the last month, I got a screw in my brand new tire ($375!) here at the point, and we also got one in the tire on our van last week, which we have had to repair out of our budget. If a tire blows on highway due to tire damage, someone could get hurt, and we would be liable. Is it possible to get the parking lot cleaned? Thanks! Sharlene MacCoy, AIT Farming Systems Research Technician Department of Plant Science University of Manitoba - Winnipeg, MB C: 204.250.7203

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Westlab Laboratory Consumables and Equipment
by Plant Science Reception 15 May '24

15 May '24

Dear Technicians, Please see attached information on current plasticware promotion and Best Sellers catalogue from Westlab. If you have any questions, please contact Account Representative from Westlab: Gyongyi Vass gyongyi.vass(a)westlab.com<mailto:gyongyi.vass@westlab.com> m 647 620 2235 tf +1 877 822 1455 Thanks, Alina Skorobohatova University of Manitoba Department of Plant Science Rm 222, Agriculture Building 66 Dafoe Road Winnipeg, Manitoba R3T 2N2 phone 204.474.8221 | fax 204.474.7528 * e-mail alina.skorobohatova(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:alina.skorobohatova@umanitoba.ca> From: Gyongyi Vass <gyongyi.vass(a)westlab.com> Sent: Tuesday, May 14, 2024 8:54 PM To: Plant Science Reception <plant_science(a)umanitoba.ca> Subject: RE: Westlab Laboratory Consumables and Equipment Caution! This message was sent from outside the University of Manitoba. Hi Alina, It was very nice meeting you earlier today. I appreciate you taking the time, allowing me to introduce myself as your Account Representative from Westlab. As mentioned, we are a Canadian distributor, offering glass and plastic ware consumables along with equipment. We have two warehouses across Canada to better support your team. For your reference and review, I have attached information on our current plasticware promotion and our Best Sellers catalogue. Upon your review, should you have any questions or would like samples for your review, please let me know. I look forward to working with you and the team. Best Regards, Gyongyi Vass Business Development Canada m 647 620 2235 tf +1 877 822 1455 www.westlab.com<http://www.westlab.com/> health.westlab.com<https://health.westlab.com/> [cid:image001.png@01DA44D8.24AF1690]<https://www.westlab.com/>

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FW from Doug Cattani: Vehicles at The Point
by Bev Godard 13 May '24

13 May '24

From: Doug Cattani <Doug.Cattani(a)umanitoba.ca> Sent: Monday, May 13, 2024 1:52 PM To: Bev Godard <Bev.Godard(a)umanitoba.ca> Subject: FW: Vehicles at The Point Please send to Technicians and PI's. D.J. Cattani, PhD. From: Jeanette Mockford <Jeanette.Mockford1(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Jeanette.Mockford1@umanitoba.ca>> Sent: Monday, May 13, 2024 1:29 PM To: Doug Cattani <Doug.Cattani(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Doug.Cattani@umanitoba.ca>> Subject: Vehicles at The Point Hi Doug, Given that The Point lacks a gate in the area where vehicles are parked and sustained a loss recently, the Office of Risk Management recommends that all keys for UM vehicles parked in the area should not be left in the vehicles when parked and not in use. Thanks for your help this morning, Jeanette Jeanette Mockford Risk Management Coordinator Office of Risk Management 191K Extended Education University of Manitoba (Fort Garry campus) Winnipeg, MB R3T 2N2 Phone: 204.914.1146 Jeanette.Mockford1(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Jeanette.Mockford1@umanitoba.ca>

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FW Doug Cattani: Inclusive Hiring Practices - new workshop for May
by Bev Godard 01 May '24

01 May '24

From: Doug Cattani <Doug.Cattani(a)umanitoba.ca> Sent: Wednesday, May 1, 2024 2:39 PM To: Bev Godard <Bev.Godard(a)umanitoba.ca> Subject: FW: Inclusive Hiring Practices - new workshop for May Bev, Please forward to Plants all. Support Staff: if you are involved in hiring it is recommended that you take this class. D.J. Cattani, PhD. From: Mya Kraft <Mya.Kraft(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Mya.Kraft@umanitoba.ca>> Sent: Wednesday, May 1, 2024 2:35 PM To: Brian Amiro <Brian.Amiro(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Brian.Amiro@umanitoba.ca>>; Kim Ominski <Kim.Ominski(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Kim.Ominski@umanitoba.ca>>; Cristina Molina Rosell <Cristina.Rosell(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Cristina.Rosell@umanitoba.ca>>; Derek Brewin <Derek.Brewin(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Derek.Brewin@umanitoba.ca>>; Kateryn Rochon <Kateryn.Rochon(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Kateryn.Rochon@umanitoba.ca>>; Danny Mann <Danny.Mann(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Danny.Mann@umanitoba.ca>>; Doug Cattani <Doug.Cattani(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Doug.Cattani@umanitoba.ca>>; Sue Clayton <Sue.Clayton(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Sue.Clayton@umanitoba.ca>>; Entomology Head <head.ent(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:head.ent@umanitoba.ca>>; FHNS Department Head <FHNSDEPARTMENTHEAD(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:FHNSDEPARTMENTHEAD@umanitoba.ca>>; Research Agriculture <agresearch(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:agresearch@umanitoba.ca>>; Agriculture Graduate Academic <agGradAc(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:agGradAc@umanitoba.ca>> Cc: Dean Agriculture <agdean(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:agdean@umanitoba.ca>>; Nazim Cicek <Nazim.Cicek(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Nazim.Cicek@umanitoba.ca>>; Ajibola Akindipe <Ajibola.Akindipe(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Ajibola.Akindipe@umanitoba.ca>>; Vanessa Ryplanski <Vanessa.Ryplanski(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Vanessa.Ryplanski@umanitoba.ca>>; Crystal Jorgenson <Crystal.Jorgenson(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Crystal.Jorgenson@umanitoba.ca>> Subject: FW: Inclusive Hiring Practices - new workshop for May Department Heads/School Director, The message below about upcoming training was sent to all support staff this afternoon. Ajibola asked me to let you know this was circulated. Please encourage support staff in your department/school who are involved in hiring other support staff, to sign up for this training. Thanks, Mya Kraft Confidential Assistant to the Dean Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences University of Manitoba Pronouns: She/Her 256 Agriculture Building Winnipeg, MB R3T 2N2 Telephone: 204-474-9395 Mya.kraft(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Mya.kraft@umanitoba.ca> Chat with me on TEAMS<https://teams.microsoft.com/l/chat/0/0?users=Mya.kraft@umanitoba.ca&topicna…> [UMLogoSignature] Please expect 3 days for turnaround for signatures and meeting requests with the Dean. Inquiries will be answered on a priority basis. From: Mya Kraft <Mya.Kraft(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Mya.Kraft@umanitoba.ca>> Sent: Wednesday, May 1, 2024 2:28 PM To: fafs-supportstaff(a)lists.umanitoba.ca<mailto:fafs-supportstaff@lists.umanitoba.ca> Subject: Inclusive Hiring Practices - new workshop for May This message is forwarded to you on behalf of Ajibola Akindipe, HR Officer & EDI Coordinator If you are a support staff member who is involved in the hiring process of support staff employees, you are encouraged sign up for this training. There are three sessions scheduled for May as listed below. To register, visit: https://umanitoba.gosignmeup.com/Public/Course/Browse Regards, Ajibola Akindipe (CPHR Candidate) Pronouns: She/Her University of Manitoba 271 Agriculture Building Winnipeg, MB R3T 2N2 Phone: 204-474-8281 [cid:image002.png@01DA9BCA.D1C61650] From: Beniamino Di Geronimo <Beniamino.DiGeronimo(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Beniamino.DiGeronimo@umanitoba.ca>> Sent: Tuesday, April 30, 2024 8:36 AM To: psu-hris(a)lists.umanitoba.ca<mailto:psu-hris@lists.umanitoba.ca> Cc: Sandra Woloschuk <Sandra.Woloschuk(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Sandra.Woloschuk@umanitoba.ca>> Subject: [psu-hris] Inclusive Hiring Practices - new workshop for May Please share this message with those in your unit who are involved in the hiring of support staff. Learning and Organizational Development, Human Resources, is offering a new workshop this spring, 'Inclusive Hiring Practices', to support the university's strategic priorities relating to diversity, inclusion, accessibility and belonging. The workshop is designed for anyone who is involved in the hiring process for support staff employees and would benefit hiring managers, those who screen applications, and those who sit on selection committees. There are three sessions scheduled for May as listed below. To register, visit: https://umanitoba.gosignmeup.com/Public/Course/Browse Inclusive Hiring Practices Wednesday, May 8, 9:00am to noon, or Thursday, May 9, 9:00 am to noon, or Tuesday, May 21, 9:00am to noon 141 Education Building - LOD Learning Centre Description: Those involved in recruitment, selection, hiring and onboarding functions for non-academic employees hold special responsibilities when conducting these activities. This workshop provides a foundation of knowledge that will support our institutional efforts to have consistent and widespread integration of inclusive hiring practices. During this workshop, participants will explore implicit bias and how it can impact decision making; consider ways that bias is can be present in our hiring processes; practice applying mitigating tactics and strategies to address bias in the hiring process; and review the resources in the hiring toolkit that support an inclusive hiring process. By the end of this workshop, participants will be able to: describe ways that implicit bias shows up in the hiring process and apply practical strategies and techniques to mitigate individual and systemic bias. This is an interactive workshop and includes small and large group discussion, individual reflections, group activities and case studies where you will be able to practice and develop your skills. Message sent by Beniamino Di Geronimo on behalf of: Sandra Woloschuk Associate Director, Learning & Organizational Development Human Resources 309 Administration Bldg. [http://umanitoba.ca/admin/mco/brand/download/UM_Logo_HORZ.jpg]

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cork board
by Bev Godard 23 Apr '24

23 Apr '24

Does anyone need a cork board? Please let me know this morning if possible. Thanks, Bev Bev Godard (She/Her) Assistant to the Department Head/Associate Department Heads Department of Plant Science 222 Agriculture Building bev.godard(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:bev.godard@umanitoba.ca> 204-474-8563 The University of Manitoba campuses are located on original lands of Anishinaabeg, Cree, Oji-Cree, Dakota, and Dene peoples, and on the homeland of the Metis Nation. We respect the Treaties that were made on these territories, we acknowledge the harms of the past, and we are dedicated to move forward in partnership with Indigenous Peoples in a spirit of reconciliation and collaboration.

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DC March 8
by Rebecca Dueck 19 Apr '24

19 Apr '24

Hello, Please see attached information from the DC meeting in March. Pease let me know if you have any questions. Becky BUSINESS ARISING 1. Special Department Council Meetings dedicated to the Plant Science Graduate Program Review - March 13th, March 20th, March 27th, and April 3rd. The monthly Department Council meeting will be held on April 10th. 2. Revisions to the Plant Science Carman Field Tour Committee Terms of Reference regarding appointment of a graduate student to be brought forward at the April 10th Department Council Meeting 3. Election of the 2nd Academic to sit on the Plant Science Carman Field Tour Committee. Dilshan Benaragama accepted nomination. 4. Appointment of a graduate student to sit on the Plant Science Carman Field Tour. Consensus of Department Head, Plant Science Carman Field Tour Committee, and graduate student needed to appoint graduate student to committee. * Dr. Fernando advised the Plant Science Carman Field Tour Committee members to ensure that the presentations are kept to the allotted time, so that all scheduled presenters get the opportunity to present their research. * COMMITTEE REPORTS Computer Room Report Dr. Fristensky presented the minutes of the IT Assessment Committee Meeting and advised several computer labs will not be maintained due to expense of maintaining, and students bringing their own computers. The podium computers will remain. Dr. Fristensky asked for input regarding the key consequences of this decision. Input to Dr. Fristensky by March 15th. REPORTS 1. Support staff report - Becky Dueck There is a lack of information as to the building situation, no concrete plan in place. Support staff are frustrated that Campus planning has not recognized the urgency of this issue. Dr. Cattani advised that there is a tour of the Point on either the 12th or 13th. A decision will be made if the drying room will be exempt from the shutdown. Dr. Cattani advised that all material should be moved from the south end of building to decrease weight load. 2. Postdoc/RA Report - Shuanglong Huang Nothing to report. 3. Graduate student report - Lauren Gislason * Lauren Gislason will send to Bev Godard and Dr. Stasolla, the current graduate student graduate program review survey questions. * 5 students will be travelling to the Graduate Student Symposium in Saskatchewan. * The stability of the PSGSA is in question, it is lacking involvement by current graduate students and may fall apart. PIs were asked to encourage their graduate students to participate so that there is graduate student representation on department committees. Both Soil Science and Animal Science are experiencing the same decline. The PSGSA is supposed to host the Graduate Student Symposium next year, but there is not the involvement to make that succeed. NEW BUSINESS 1. Preparation for the Point Processing and Seed Storage Building Closure Spring 2024 - Yvonne Lawley Dr. Lawley presented Action Items and a timeline for activities to occur. Dr. Lawley asked for 1 or 2 volunteers from each group to assist with the activities. The next sub-committee meeting is March 12th. Drs. Lawley and MacCartney were commended on the work involved in the planning and coordination of the move from the seed storage building at the Point. 2. FAFS Policy on Adjunct Professors Dr. Cattani advised that adjunct status is not being noted on papers written by graduate students. The adjunct policy states that this is required. The adjunct policy is sent to each adjunct when appointed. 3. UMFA consultation In discussion with an UMFA representative, Dr. Lawley advised of some of the safety issues that have occurred in the Plant Science building. UMFA has taken this concern to the Provost and President. The UMFA representative will be invited to speak at a future Department Council meeting.

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FW: Register Summer Students: Safety Seminar Registration
by Bev Godard 16 Apr '24

16 Apr '24

Please remember to register your summer students for the Safety Seminar . From: Bev Godard <Bev.Godard(a)umanitoba.ca> Sent: Monday, April 15, 2024 3:23 PM To: Plants-all(a)lists.umanitoba.ca; 'plants-grads(a)lists.umanitoba.ca' <plants-grads(a)lists.umanitoba.ca> Subject: FW from Parneet Toora: Safety Seminar Registration Importance: High From: Parneet Toora <Parneet.Toora(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Parneet.Toora@umanitoba.ca>> Sent: Monday, April 15, 2024 3:22 PM To: Bev Godard <Bev.Godard(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Bev.Godard@umanitoba.ca>> Subject: Safety Seminar Registration Hi Everyone, Our annual safety seminar is on April 29th 2024 at 9 am in Room 172 (Ag auditorium). Attendance is mandatory for everyone in the department to complete this safety training. Please follow the link below to register yourself for the safety seminar. There will be coffee and cookies during break. The deadline for registration is Monday 22nd 2024. It is essential for everyone to complete this training! https://forms.office.com/r/wDPKBCxKQG Let me know if you have any questions! Regards, Parneet Toora, M.Sc. Research Technician Department of Plant Science University of Manitoba Winnipeg, MB Email: parneet.toora(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:parneet.toora@umanitoba.ca> Ph: 204-474-6065

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Planning for Alternative Grain and Plant Processing Areas
by Alina Skorobohatova 16 Apr '24

16 Apr '24

The following is being sent on behalf of Yvonne Lawley: ________________________________ The Point Transitions Committee met last week to review progress and identify steps needed to make grain and plant biomass processing space available during the summer and fall of 2024 should we be unable to re-occupy current processes facilities at the point. Technicians whose program will have grain and plant biomass processing needs this summer and fall are invited to meet in The Point coffee room on Thursday at 10:30 to identify their anticipated processing needs and timelines. We will also be asking for input on setting up work stations for processing in a new work space, the former animal science poultry barn in the Smart Park area of campus. With the rainy weather this week, we were hoping we might have a window to get techs together for this discussion before good weather returns. If you are unable to join in person, you can send written comments by email to Yvonne Lawley. Dr. Yvonne Lawley Associate Professor Department of Plant Science University of Manitoba

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Bunge Canada NSERC Award Announcement
by Bev Godard 10 Apr '24

10 Apr '24

Bev Godard Assistant to the Department Head/Associate Department Heads Department of Plant Science 222 Agriculture Building bev.godard(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:bev.godard@umanitoba.ca> 204-474-8563

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Tuesday March 26 at 9am - Final Prep for Point Processing and Storage Closure
by Alina Skorobohatova 14 Mar '24

14 Mar '24

The following is being sent on behalf of Yvonne Lawley: _______________________________ We have made great progress towards our goals of preparing the seed storage and processing rooms for the anticipated March 31st closure. Thanks to many for making time to complete the needed activities in the seed storage, processing, and drying room spaces by our target dates (list below). Our plan has a list of final activities that will need to take place the last week of March and will require a group of people to work together. The Point Transitions committee met this week and we believe that most of these activities could get done in one day if the preparatory work has been completed and we have a team of 8 people. Please mark your calendars for Tuesday March 26th at 9 am and plan to have at least one member from each lab group that works at the Point participate. We will start with a brief planning meeting in the Point coffee room to get organized into teams for specific tasks and to coordinate our efforts for the day. Yvonne Lawley Action Items to Prepare for March 31 facility closure By March 15 * Remove all seed and containers from the blue and orange metal shelving units in the seed storage room By March 22 * Techs from each program to pull out samples and seed bins from seed storage and drying area and move into SeaCan or Glenlea storage. * Large storage containers from drying room moved to processing room or seed storage area. * Finish sample processing and bag cleaning so that equipment can be moved * Created an inventory list of processing equipment and place labels on equipment By March 31 * Equipment on wheels moved to designated area within processing room. * Heavy equipment that is hard to move is moved into the drying room * Blue and orange metal shelving units will be dismantled with components stored in the seed storage building near the overhead door. * -- Dr. Yvonne Lawley Associate Professor of Agronomy and Cropping Systems Department of Plant Science University of Manitoba 222 Agriculture Building 66 Dafoe Rd Winnipeg, MB R3T 2N2 (Tel) 204-474-6504 (Fax) 204-474-7528 yvonne_lawley(a)umanitoba.ca

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