Past Events

Join Rodger Tschanz, Greenhouse Technician, Trial Garden Manager and sessional lecturer for a tour of the Trial Gardens, located at the Guelph Turfgrass Institute, 364 College Ave. E. You will have the opportunity to see the growth performance and learn about newly released and soon to be released annuals and perennials from breeders for the Ontario marketplace.  Vote on your favourites! The tour will be rescheduled in the event of rain. Registration Register through Qualtrics!

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!

Unplug, slow down, and reconnect with nature during this journaling hike focused on fungi. Nature journaling is a mindful practice that promotes well-being by encouraging presence, curiosity, and reflection. Perfect for beginners, this session will cover the basics so you can confidently start your own nature journal. No artistic skill required—just bring a sketchbook, something to write with, and an open mind. Feel free to bring any additional supplies you enjoy using.

Beyond the Books is a training that will provide participants with general information on the prevalence of mental challenges and illness, help participants to identify signs of troubling behaviour, and give them skills to engage in a preliminary discussion to determine if referral to a professional is necessary, all within the U of G context.

Designed by Living Works, safeTALK is a 3.5-hour alertness training and certification that prepares anyone, regardless of prior experience or training, to become a suicide-alert helper. This training includes understanding of the importance of suicide alertness, learning to identify ways people invite help, and how to connect those who need help with resources when they are at risk.

Beyond the Books is a training that will provide participants with general information on the prevalence of mental challenges and illness, help participants to identify signs of troubling behaviour, and give them skills to engage in a preliminary discussion to determine if referral to a professional is necessary, all within the U of G context.

Join us for an engaging and practical workshop on how lifestyle and nutrition can help prevent and manage headaches. We'll explore common triggers and risk factors, and examine current research on the connection between daily habits, nutrients, and headache prevention. Registration Register through Qualtrics! Facilitator Kristina Brooks, Naturopathic Doctor, Health and Performance Centre  

Mindfulness at Work is focused on cultivating mindfulness to enhance the experience at work and in all facets of life. We will examine the facets of mindfulness, the role mindfulness plays in reducing stress, and strategies to cultivate it in your life. Registration Register through Qualtrics! Facilitator Meghan Kirwin, Kirwin Group

This summer, join our EFAP provider, Homewood Health to learn about the Science of Happiness. Scientific studies have shown that 50% of our individual differences in happiness are determined by our genes, 10% by our life circumstances, and 40% by our intentional activities. This one-hour session will introduce participants to some of the research-based “happy habits” that can be adopted to increase levels of happiness and well-being.

Join us for a Compassion Resilience Project event: Coffee, Chats, and Snacks! Facilitators Jana Michaud and Myles St-Denis will lead a compassionate chat circle over coffee and snacks. What are Compassionate Chat Circles (CCC)?  A safe space for peer-to-peer support within the animal care and use community. The CCC are NOT run by mental health professionals and are not a counseling group. This resource is for: U of G faculty, staff, and students working directly or in-directly with animals