University of Ottawa

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75 Laurier Ave E
Ottawa, ON K1N 6N5
Established in 1848, the University of Ottawa has more than 40,000 students in over 300 programs.

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University of Ottawa employees enjoy a coffee break   (Photo credit: Bonnie Findley)

Recognized as one of National Capital Region's Top Employers (2025):

By Richard Yerema and Kristina Leung, Mediacorp Canada Inc. staff editors (Mar 3, 2025)

Here are some of the reasons why University of Ottawa was selected as one of National Capital Region's Top Employers (2025):

  • University of Ottawa surveyed employees to assess psychological factors in the workplace that impact mental health (through the implementation of the National Standard for Psychological Health and Safety) and created new resources to address areas of concern -- the university also provides generous coverage for mental health care as part of its benefits plan, to a maximum of $3,000 per year
  • University of Ottawa supports a Healthy and Active Campus Committee that organizes monthly activities focused on seven pillars of wellness (activities include a pedometer challenge, wellness bingo, and a stair run) -- employees can also take advantage of subsidized access to the university's fitness facilities, which include a hockey rink, pool, basketball court and sauna
  • University of Ottawa helps employees prepare for the future with retirement planning assistance and contributions to a defined benefit pension plan
University of Ottawa employees attend a leadership development workshop  

    Highlights

    Industry Post secondary schools, universities
    Established in Canada 1848
    Publicly traded yes
    Major Canadian locations Ottawa ON
    Full-time employees in Canada 5,532
    Part-time employees in Canada 9,513
    Average age of employees in Canada 38 years
    Longest serving employee 52 years
    Benefits note University of Ottawa has multiple employee groups, the following programs and policies may vary by position
    Flexible work options hybrid work option, flexible work hours, 35-hour work week (with full pay), compressed work week, telecommuting, reduced summer hours
    Long-term savings defined-benefit (DB) pension
    Health plan premium as part of the health plan, the employer pays up to 92% of the premiums
    Health spending account up to $350 each year
    Mental health practitioner benefit up to $3,000 each year
    Maternity top-up (mothers) up to 95% of salary for 17 weeks
    Parental top-up (mothers) up to 95% of salary for 6 weeks
    Parental top-up (fathers) up to 95% of salary for 6 weeks
    Adoption top-up up to 95% of salary for 6 weeks
    Vacation allowance new employees receive 3.2 weeks of paid vacation after their first year on the job
    Outside survey period outside consultant surveys are held every 12 months
    Employee performance reviews employees receive individual performance reviews every 12 months
    In-house training initiatives in-house training, mentoring, leadership development programs
    Related tuition subsidies employer covers up to 100% of tuition per year
    Employee charitable involvement employees are involved in selection of charities, employees receive paid time off to volunteer

    The Career Directory

    University of Ottawa has been selected for The Career Directory, our guide to entry-level recruitment for recent college and university graduates.

    Highlights for New Grads

    Industry Post secondary schools, universities
    Full-time employees in Canada 5,001 to 10,000
    Major Canadian locations Ottawa ON
    Student opportunities paid internships, summer jobs, co-op opportunities
    Training subsidies for professional accreditation, orientation program, in-house training, mentoring, in-house career planning services, leadership training
    Other info for new grads Bilingualism is considered an asset.
    Typical new grad positions Software Developer, Data Analyst, Civil Engineer, Nurse, Physiotherapist, Lawyer, Journalist, Marketing Specialist, Financial Analyst, Environmental Scientist, Teacher/Educator, Political Analyst, Psychologist, Social Worker, Biomedical Researcher, Linguist/Translator, Public Policy Advisor, UX/UI Designer, AI Specialist, Entrepreneur/Startup Founder
    Starting salary $60K to $70K
    Work benefits health benefits for new employees, flexible work hours, telecommuting, employees receive paid time off to volunteer
    Vacation allowance new employees receive 3.2 weeks of paid vacation after their first year on the job

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