Upcoming Events

Join us in the Waasamowin on May 4, 2026 for the kick-off event for Be Well, Be Safe Week.  This gathering is an opportunity to step away from your workspace, connect with colleagues, and reflect on how we work together as people. Psychological safety is essential to healthy, effective workplaces. Yet even with the best of intentions, it can be challenged. Psychological safety requires a shared responsibility: leaders set the tone, but everyday peer interactions also shape psychological safety. Misunderstandings, stress, change, or competing priorities can create small...

Are you considering reaching out for mental health support and just don't know where to start? Many others might be feeling the same way! Starting therapy to support your mental health can be a very scary experience, especially if you've never done it before and don't know what to expect or who to get support from. It takes strength and vulnerability to begin the journey and reach out for support. This session intends to demystify what you might expect from psychotherapy.  In this webinar we will:  Discuss what psychotherapy is and who can provide it The...

A friendly, technique‑focused introduction to strength training. Learn foundational lifts, proper form, and how to use strength equipment safely. Perfect for anyone looking to build confidence in the gym or refine their technique. Check‑In Instructions All participants must check in with Client Services when they arrive at the GGAC. Client services will provide directions to the correct studio and have you sign a waiver. Please arrive a few minutes early to get oriented. Registration ...

This 60‑minute session provides a clear, compassionate introduction to psychosis, helping participants build confidence in recognizing symptoms and understanding how to respond supportively. This training covers key concepts including types of psychosis, contributing factors, symptoms, phases of illness, and the impact of early intervention. Participants will gain practical knowledge to better understand and support individuals experiencing psychosis, including communication approaches and trauma‑informed principles. This session is ideal for workplaces,...

What are GryphPost? Gryph Post thank you cards - are an easy way to recognize and appreciate your colleagues. They are offered for employees to use at no cost. Pick Up Visit our booth in the UC Courtyard on Wednesday, May 6, 10 am - 11:30 am to pick up printed Gryph Post. The booth will be marked with a Wellness@Work banner. We encourage you to pick up Gryph Post both for your personal use and to share in a public space in your department. Thank you for sharing...

This welcoming, in-person 1-hour workshop invites university staff and faculty to explore the fundamentals of emotions with curiosity, compassion, and practical care. Participants will build an accessible understanding of the science of emotions by examining the many factors that influence emotional responses—such as lived experiences, stress, relationships, environment, and nervous system states—rather than viewing emotions as something to “fix” or control. Through guided discussion and reflection, participants will explore the purpose of emotions as meaningful signals that...

Take your Pilates workouts to the next level. The Pilates Reformer is a versatile, bed‑like machine featuring a moving platform called a carriage, which glides along tracks. The carriage is connected to resistance springs, allowing you to tailor the intensity of your movements through controlled, low‑impact exercises. Expect a focus on strength, flexibility, core stability, and body awareness, with guided instruction that makes the class suitable for both beginners and returning participants. All levels welcome. Accessibility Note: Please note that entry to the Pilates...

From time to time, employees may find themselves in need of confidential, professional counselling for personal, family, relationship, and wellness issues adversely affecting work performance or threatening to do so. The purpose of the University's Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) is to help meet these needs. Eligibility for EFAP counselling has been expanded to encompass not only regular full-time employees, but also temporary full-time and part-time employees with appointments greater than 6 months and workloads greater than 35...

Supporting a Colleague’s Mental Health: Recognize, Respond, Refer is a workshop for staff and faculty that supports understanding mental health in the workplace and building confidence in navigating mental health–related conversations. Fostering a mentally healthy workplace is a shared responsibility, yet many people hesitate to engage in these conversations out of concern about saying the wrong thing or overstepping. This training helps address those concerns by clarifying roles, boundaries, and practical ways to offer support. This session accompanies the...

Join us for a guided walk through the Arboretum that invites participants to explore a deeper connection to the land we gather on. This tour will reflect on the history of the Arboretum, what the campus landscape looked like before development, and the stories often left untold. The experience will encourage learning and reflection about our relationship with the land- past, present, and future. Please remember to dress for the weather, wear...