Upcoming Events

Thursday, March 20th, is the UN International Day of Happiness! This year's theme, Caring and Sharing, highlights the importance of meaningful connections. Happiness isn’t just about individual joy—it’s about caring for each other, feeling connected, and being part of something bigger. Wellness@Work invites you to celebrate by connecting with a colleague over a hot beverage, on us! Participate in Sip & Connect! Join us for a simple yet powerful way to foster connections at work. Sign up to receive two complimentary...

Menopause is a hot topic right now leaving women with questions on how to interpret and apply the many messages flooding the media. This workshop will look at the science behind the changes we experience in peri-menopause and how to support these changes with self-compassion, awareness and personalized daily habits that meet your needs. Topics will include: The power of mindful eating in menopause How to get enough protein using as many natural food sources as possible Anti-inflammatory foods for our changing bodies Supporting our...

In today’s fast-paced world, it’s important to understand what truly nourishes both our bodies and minds for us to flourish. Join us for an interactive and evidence-based workshop where we’ll explore mindful snacking and learn how to create snacks that sustain your energy and keep you feeling balanced throughout the day.   We will cover the following topics:   Learn how macronutrients work to balance hunger and boost energy  Discover mindful snacking strategies to prevent stress-induced snacking  Participate in hands-on activities...

Chair Yoga is the way to go when you are reluctant to get into the yoga clothes and get on the mat- challenge yourself with Chair yoga. Chair Yoga is a gentle yoga practice that adapts various traditional postures for practice in the chair or with the support of a chair. It is a gentle form of yoga that involves breath-work, meditation, and gentle stretches; all of which release stress and tension from both body and mind. This form of yoga helps those who are aging or have disabilities but is also used in office settings to relieve stress right in our own office chairs, even during the...

Developed by the Mental Health Commission Canada, this 1-day certification course focuses on the four most common mental health disorders including substance-related, mood-related, anxiety and trauma-related, and psychotic disorders. Course Objectives Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) is the support provided to a person who may be experiencing a decline in their mental well-being or a mental health crisis. Course participants will learn how to: Recognize signs that a person may be experiencing a decline in their mental well-being or a mental health...

This 1-hour workshop provides the skills and information necessary on best practices to support employees in managing the impact of compassion fatigue and vicarious trauma on their life and increasing their psychological wellbeing. This session will focus on understanding the signs and symptoms of compassion fatigue, burnout and vicarious trauma and identify coping and self-care strategies that promote resilience and psychological safety. Registration Register now through Qualtrics! ...

Join us for a FREE Sound Bath to relieve anxiety and stress. Registration Required.  Mats will be provided. Please wear comfortable clothing. A blanket and small pillow is also recommended. The use of sound as a healing modality dates back to ancient times and utilizes frequencies and vibrations to restore harmony within your mind, body, and soul. A sound bath is a fully immersive and deeply relaxing soundscape of crystal and Tibetan singing bowls, drums, gongs and other instruments. It requires nothing of the attendee, except to lie in a comfortable position and simply be...

Looking to start a new fitness or wellness journey? Did you know that all staff/faculty on campus have access to a subsidized rate to use the on-campus facilities? Join us on a tour of what programming/services and equipment are available to our staff/faculty members and why the Athletic facilities might just be the best fit for you! Attendees of this tour will receive a free day pass for recreation in the Guelph Gryphons Athletics Centre, including access to the Fitness Centre and / or a fitness class, to use at their convenience! ...

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...