Past Events

The labyrinth is available for anyone to drop-by and walk through.

Do you miss the good old days on the playground? We have the solution for you, Recess League runs weekly with a random sport picked each time inspired by school yard games. Recess League is a great way to have a mental wellness break in the middle of the work or school day! Examples of sports that are played in Recess League are 3-on-3 Basketball, Kickball, Nerf, Ultimate Frisbee, Scooter Dodge-ball, and so many more! There is no previous experience required. 

Have you ever wondered about the statements said at the beginning of events? Do concerns about making a mistake hold you back from trying? Despite becoming more common as an act of reconciliation, the context behind and process for acknowledging Indigenous lands is not always understood or discussed. Participants in this session will gain a greater understanding of:

These clinics are open to staff, faculty, students, and community members! Please note that you are required to wait 15 minutes at the clinic after your shot. The following flu shot clinics are available this semester:

Join Inuit Knowledge Keeper Tauni Sheldon as she lights the Inuit Qulliq and speaks to Inuit history through artifacts. Hear samples of Inuit music and throat singing and get interactive with Inuit artifacts such as the drum. Learn about artifacts that have been passed down since time immemorial and listen to teachings on how Inuit preserve their culture through stories Tauni will share.

Whether you work on campus or in a community organization, its increasingly challenging to meet the mental health and wellness needs of students on your own. Developing partnerships with other organizations in your community can help as you each have unique skills, resources and/or approaches that would benefit others.  However, partnerships like any relationship takes time and effort.

Nature is known to be unpredictable and unexpected, so what awaits us today?  Rachel, the Arboretum's Naturalist Intern, leads 1 hour long walks every Wednesday year-round.  Walks start at The Arboretum kiosk at 12:15 p.m.   The hike may be cancelled if there is inclement weather.   Please check the Arboretum's Facebook and Instagram page for a notice if the weekly walk is cancelled due to weather.  For further information contact Sally at scheun06@uoguelph.ca or ext. 52363. 

Classical Yoga is a particularly effective and efficient system to not only stretch, tone and develop the muscles but stimulate robust health in all systems of the body.  Regular practice can relieve stress and anxiety and promote mental concentration.

In this experiential course, leaders will learn how to engage their teams in collaborative, creative problem solving and decision making. This course is for individuals in a management position and consists of two half-day workshops. Part 2– Getting the Team Engaged and on Track Program Focus:

When stressors overwhelm us, effective techniques can help to bring us back to equilibrium. This session will explore all aspects of the stress response, focusing on practical tips and tools to bring us to optimal stress levels, thereby helping us to maximize our energy and performance. Facilitator: Homewood Health If you would like to participate remotely, please register and a meeting login will be sent to you prior to the session.