Upcoming Events

A truly heart healthy lifestyle is more than exercise and diet. The third and most important key (according to cardiologists Eliot, Bhat, Ornish and others) is stress management. Yet this component is the most neglected! Learn practical stress management strategies that decrease your risk of cardiovascular disease (especially helpful for those with risk factors of high blood pressure, diabetes, anxiety, depression, tendency to hold onto anger, or a family history of heart attack or stroke). The workshop includes: the top 3 techniques for relaxing...

This course includes CPR training for adults, children and babies. It includes choking for conscious and unconscious, adult, children and babies. EpiPen and Naloxone training and certification in AED (automatic external defibrillation). Certification is valid for three years. Wellness@Work will be covering the cost of $80 so it free to attendees.  Registration Registration is full. To be added to the waitlist, please email Tara Hargreaves at hargreat@uoguelph.ca.

Take this unique opportunity to discuss your personal health questions with Heidi Smith, Registered Dietitian and mindfulness facilitator. Heidi has been consulting with individuals and organizations for over 25 years. Tap into her expertise on mindful eating, sport nutrition, emotional eating, menopause nutrition, anti-inflammatory eating or any question relating to your personal nutrition needs. Heidi can help you get the exploration started and point you in the direction of reputable sources of nutrition information.  Some...

This two-hour, in-person training is designed to help all staff and faculty increase their knowledge and awareness about trauma and its impacts.  The training provides strategies for implementing the Six Principles of Trauma-Informed Care, including self-regulation and self-care practices, to improve competency in working with and supporting students who have experienced trauma. This training consists of four modules: 1) Realizing the prevalence of trauma, 2) Recognizing the effects of trauma, 3) Responding: From knowledge to practice, and 4) Self-Regulation...

Improve your mobility, flexibility, and movement patterns to help support a stronger, smoother golf swing. Led by Garrett Watkins, this session will combine targeted strength work and guided stretching designed to enhance rotational mobility, stability, and overall movement efficiency both on and off the course. Whether you are looking to improve performance, reduce stiffness, or support injury prevention, this class is a great addition to your golf and fitness routine.  The program will take place on June 11, 2026, from 12:10-12:50pm, in the NRG Zone within the Athletics Centre....

Welcome to the beautiful new facility at the Luckevich Pinchin Honey Bee Research Centre. The University of Guelph Honey Bee Research Centre is a leader in apiculture, research, and education. Honey bees play a key role in agricultural productivity and ecosystem sustainability by providing pollination services to crops and wild plants. Our mandate is to help honey bees continue this vital work. The group experiences a 75 minute tour of the facilities at the HBRC. At the start of the tour, staff members will be introduced in the front garden. The participants will then enjoy a short...

Enhance your mobility, flexibility, and overall movement to support a stronger, more efficient tennis swing. Led by Garrett Watkins, this class combines targeted strength exercises and guided stretching to help improve rotational mobility, stability, balance, and recovery for on-court performance. Whether you are looking to move more freely, build strength, or reduce stiffness and injury risk, this session is suitable for all experience levels. Join us on June 23, 2026, from 12:10–12:50 p.m. in the NRG Zone located within the Athletics Centre.  Registration ...

Community Connect and Colouring is a relaxed lunchtime gathering for University of Guelph staff and faculty to take a creative break, connect with colleagues, and unwind over adult colouring pages in a welcoming, low-pressure environment. Whether attendees come on their own or with a colleague, the goal is to create a comfortable space for casual connection, quiet creativity, and a bit of midday recharge. Colouring materials will be provided and participants are welcome to bring their own art projects. Registration ...

Many of us feel overwhelmed by competing work and family demands. This session will help participants identify their key work/life stressors, clarify their values, and develop skills and strategies to effectively prioritize their time and energy. Facilitator Facilitator from Homewood Health Registration Register through Qualtrics! Questions? Email wellnessatwork@uoguelph.ca

This program is held on July 8 & 9, 2026, 8:30 am - 4:30 pm each day. Developed by Living Works, ASIST is a two-day interactive workshop that teaches participants to recognize when someone may have thoughts of suicide and work with them to create a plan that will support their immediate safety. Recommended for: Individuals for whom those in distress are referred, or who have direct responsibilities for assisting those experiencing significant difficulties. These are not mental health professionals per se, but who are expected to have professional...