Past Events

Have you been looking for a supportive community to help with your professional development? Not sure where to go, who to talk to, or maybe a little intimidated? Faculty, staff and graduate students who identify as women, gender diverse, or as allies, are invited to participate in the GenEQ’s Exchange Series (U of G’s Gender Equity Initiative). You’ll have the opportunity to participate in peer mentorship conversations with members of the U of G community by sharing personal stories and experiences navigating work and career challenges.

Free Staff Only Learn to Lift

What you eat profoundly impacts not only your physical health but also your mood, focus, and emotional resilience. This seminar explores the powerful connection between diet, inflammation, and mental well-being. Learn how anti-inflammatory foods can support brain health, reduce stress, and promote balanced energy. You’ll gain practical insights on what to eat (and what to avoid) to nourish both body and mind—so you can thrive from the inside out. Registration: Register through Qualtrics!

We're back in person, and you're invited! Join us at the Arboretum Centre on Monday, May 5, 2025 for the Kick-off Event for Be Well, Be Safe Week. Enjoy this opportunity to step away from your workspace, connect with colleagues, and discuss how we can use our relationships at work, especially during times of transition, to support psychological and physical safety. We hope that through this opportunity you will get to meet new colleagues across the University, engage in exciting conversations, and leave with tangible actions you can use at work to support well-being. 

Your gut microbiome plays a vital role in digestion, immunity, mood, and overall well-being. In this seminar, you’ll learn how to nourish and balance your microbiome with the right foods, probiotics, and lifestyle habits. Discover the connection between gut health, energy levels, immune system, menopause symptoms, inflammation and mental clarity. This seminar is for anyone looking to walk away with practical strategies to support a thriving microbiome for long-term health.

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.

In today’s society, there remains a lack of awareness, and sometimes bias, regarding mental health problems. This wellness session will assist participants in enhancing their understanding of the personal and environmental factors that can have an impact on mental health, the common signs and symptoms of mental health troubles, and the most appropriate prevention and intervention strategies. Registration Register through Qualtrics! Facilitator  Trainers from Homewood Health 

About the event Join us as we celebrate Earth month by helping us clean-up the litter in the Arboretum and enjoy the beautiful weather that Spring brings! Bring a colleague or even your whole team. Individuals will be put in pairs or groups of three as we clean the Arboretum.  Gloves, pickers, and garbage bags will be provided. Volunteers are invited to join us for lunch after from 1:00 pm - 1:30 pm. Lunch will be provided, but is optional for volunteers.

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. 

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!