Past Events

See how U of G research is helping shape the future of life in space. In this guided tour, explore custom-built research chambers designed to overcome the challenges of growing plants for life support on the Moon and Mars. Discover how these innovative systems help solve the engineering and technical obstacles of sustaining both plant and human life beyond Earth. Facilitator Dr. Mike A Dixon, Director, Controlled Environment Systems Research Facility

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!

"Steps to Supporting a Colleague in Distress" is a guide for staff and faculty to equip themselves with the skills to be able to recognize signs of distress, respond, and refer to appropriate resources. This training is intended to accompany the guide to support staff and faculty in gaining confidence and equipping themselves with the skills necessary to support their colleagues who are experiencing distress. 

Mental health problems are an increasing concern in workplaces. Participants will gain an understanding of two of the most common mental health concerns, anxiety and depression. This session will provide strategies for regulating one’s emotions and tips for supporting others who may be experiencing difficulties. Facilitator Facilitators from Homewood Health Registration Register through Qualtrics!

Join Jen O'Neill, Athletic & Recreation's Manager of Fitness, Recreation & Client Services to learn more about what is available at U of G to support your physical activity. This session will start with a brief overview of what is available to staff and faculty to support their physical activity, followed by a Q&A to answer any questions you might have about Athletics & Recreation's offerings, memberships, facilities, and more. 

Join Alyse (Aly) Hodgins, Physiotherapy Lead at the HPC and learn about common pickleball injuries and PRE and POST game essentials to ensure your body is warmed up properly to avoid injury and elevate your game. Come ready to ask questions and have some fun. Two short sessions are offered – current staff and faculty pickleball league participants should be able to nicely fit this in their schedule.  Wednesday November 5th, from 12:05 pm to 12:30 pm or 12:30 pm to 12:55 pm.   Sign up for one of these sessions today.  

As the fall semester nears its end and the growing season slows, this hands-on wellness workshop invites participants to connect with the rhythms of nature through the simple, grounding act of bulb planting. Facilitated by Guinevere Kern, Registered Horticultural Therapist, the session offers participants the choice to plant either garlic (for harvest next summer) or spring-flowering bulbs (for a future bloom), serving as a metaphor for tending to our own cycles of work, rest, and renewal.

This 3 week program will be held on October 29, November 5 and November 12 from 12 pm - 1 pm.  This program will focus on the core elements of stress and stress reactivity during stressful times and events. The session will explore how to shift from stress reactivity to stress response at work and life.  This session will provide strategies and practical tools to support in stress reduction and improve overall well-being and resilience. Facilitator Meghan Kirwin

Stress is one of the biggest problems individuals face in the workplace today and leads to reduced productivity and increased absenteeism. This three-hour workshop will provide managers with an understanding of how stress affects productivity, and how to identify and help stressed employees. This workshop will also provide participants with tools to manage their own stress. Facilitator Facilitators from Homewood Health Registration This session has been cancelled due to low registration.

Learn how chocolate is made and explore a variety of different textures with U of G's own Fernanda Peyronel (Svaikauskas), a Senior Technical Associate in the Food Science Department. We encourage you to eat lunch beforehand. The session will start promptly at 12 pm, so please account for travel time. Facilitator Fernanda Peyronel (Svaikauskas), Senior Technical Associate, Department of Food Science