Upcoming Events
Mood Routes
Join us for a social walk through the Arboretum! We meet outside the J.T. Powell building every Friday at noon, rain or shine! This walking group aims to support your mental and physical health by providing you with an opportunity to take a step back from your responsibilities and stresses, and engage with others at a social distance all whilst enjoying the healing effects of nature. Being free and non-committal, Mood Routes will allow you to enjoy both the physical and emotional benefits of walking with few barriers.
Note on inclement weather: In the case of heavy rain, thunder, snow, or hail, Mood Routes may be cancelled. We will make the decision by Friday at 11:00 am. If the event is cancelled, we will update that on this event, as well as on our Instagram story (@wellness_uofg)
From Friday, November 18, 2022 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM EST at Outside the J.T Powell Building.
Compassion Workshop
This is a peer to peer workshop centered around sharing information, personal experiences, take home tips and more! We are all deserving of compassion! Come learn how to show yourself compassion on your everyday life!
From Friday, October 21, 2022 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM EDT at J.T. Powell Building Boardroom (room 1146).
Managing Poly Cystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
Receiving a diagnosis of PCOS can feel overwhelming and confusing. Often, treatment recommendations for PCOS include advice to lose weight, with little or no guidance around how to manage the symptoms of PCOS.
Join on campus Registered Dietitian Lindzie O'Reilly to learn about:
- what PCOS is and how it affects the body
- how stress factors into PCOS symptoms
- how habits like adopting a weight neutral approach and eating enough protein can decrease PCOS symptoms so you can feel your best
This workshop is beneficial for anyone with a diagnosis of PCOS.
No registration or referral required
From Wednesday, November 16, 2022 2:30 PM to 3:20 PM EST at Online.
Mood Routes
Join us for a social walk through the Arboretum! We meet outside the J.T. Powell building every Friday at noon, rain or shine! This walking group aims to support your mental and physical health by providing you with an opportunity to take a step back from your responsibilities and stresses, and engage with others at a social distance all whilst enjoying the healing effects of nature. Being free and non-committal, Mood Routes will allow you to enjoy both the physical and emotional benefits of walking with few barriers.
Note on inclement weather: In the case of heavy rain, thunder, snow, or hail, Mood Routes may be cancelled. We will make the decision by Friday at 11:00 am. If the event is cancelled, we will update that on this event, as well as on our Instagram story (@wellness_uofg)
From Friday, November 11, 2022 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM EST at Outside the J.T Powell Building.
The Body Project
The Body Project is a workshop that aims to promote positive body image, reduce body shaming, and encourage folks to accept themselves as they are. Our peer facilitators are excited to share some empowering messages about the 'Image Ideal' and help you learn to love your body just a little bit more.
This workshop and it's content are inclusive of all genders - all are welcome!
What you need to know:
- Participants must be able to attend both sessions (Wednesday, October 5th and Wednesday, October 12th from 7:00-9:00pm)
- This workshop is virtual on MS Teams
- Participants are expected to have their cameras on throughout both sessions
- Participants who attend both sessions will receive a $20 Presidents Choice gift card following the 2nd session (gift cards can be used at stores such as Zehrs, No Frills, etc. Alternate gift cards can be arranged if you don't have a PC store near you)
- Content Warning: The Body Project deals with topics of body image, fatphobia, etc. and involves conversations and exercises that deal with these topics.
From Wednesday, October 5, 2022 7:00 PM to Wednesday, October 12, 2022 9:00 PM EDT at Online.
Managing Low Appetite
Join on-campus Registered Dietitian Lindzie O'Reilly to learn about:
- Some of the reasons low appetite may occur, including stress, anxiety, depression, medication
- The difference between hunger and appetite
- Strategies to manage low appetite so that it doesn’t further contribute to low mood, low energy, or poor concentration and focus
This group is appropriate for any student experiencing low appetite.
This group will occur virtually.
No registration or referral is required.
From Wednesday, November 9, 2022 2:30 PM to 3:20 PM EST at Online.
Mood Routes
Join us for a social walk through the Arboretum! We meet outside the J.T. Powell building every Friday at noon, rain or shine! This walking group aims to support your mental and physical health by providing you with an opportunity to take a step back from your responsibilities and stresses, and engage with others at a social distance all whilst enjoying the healing effects of nature. Being free and non-committal, Mood Routes will allow you to enjoy both the physical and emotional benefits of walking with few barriers.
Note on inclement weather: In the case of heavy rain, thunder, snow, or hail, Mood Routes may be cancelled. We will make the decision by Friday at 11:00 am. If the event is cancelled, we will update that on this event, as well as on our Instagram story (@wellness_uofg)
From Friday, September 23, 2022 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM EDT at Outside the J.T Powell Building.
Mood Routes
Join us for a social walk through the Arboretum! We meet outside the J.T. Powell building every Friday at noon, rain or shine! This walking group aims to support your mental and physical health by providing you with an opportunity to take a step back from your responsibilities and stresses, and engage with others at a social distance all whilst enjoying the healing effects of nature. Being free and non-committal, Mood Routes will allow you to enjoy both the physical and emotional benefits of walking with few barriers.
Note on inclement weather: In the case of heavy rain, thunder, snow, or hail, Mood Routes may be cancelled. We will make the decision by Friday at 11:00 am. If the event is cancelled, we will update that on this event, as well as on our Instagram story (@wellness_uofg)
From Friday, September 30, 2022 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM EDT at Outside the J.T Powell Building.
Mood Routes
Join us for a social walk through the Arboretum! We meet outside the J.T. Powell building every Friday at noon, rain or shine! This walking group aims to support your mental and physical health by providing you with an opportunity to take a step back from your responsibilities and stresses, and engage with others at a social distance all whilst enjoying the healing effects of nature. Being free and non-committal, Mood Routes will allow you to enjoy both the physical and emotional benefits of walking with few barriers.
Note on inclement weather: In the case of heavy rain, thunder, snow, or hail, Mood Routes may be cancelled. We will make the decision by Friday at 11:00 am. If the event is cancelled, we will update that on this event, as well as on our Instagram story (@wellness_uofg)
From Friday, October 7, 2022 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM EDT at Outside the J.T Powell Building.
Mood Routes
Join us for a social walk through the Arboretum! We meet outside the J.T. Powell building every Friday at noon, rain or shine! This walking group aims to support your mental and physical health by providing you with an opportunity to take a step back from your responsibilities and stresses, and engage with others at a social distance all whilst enjoying the healing effects of nature. Being free and non-committal, Mood Routes will allow you to enjoy both the physical and emotional benefits of walking with few barriers.
Note on inclement weather: In the case of heavy rain, thunder, snow, or hail, Mood Routes may be cancelled. We will make the decision by Friday at 11:00 am. If the event is cancelled, we will update that on this event, as well as on our Instagram story (@wellness_uofg)
From Friday, October 14, 2022 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM EDT at Outside the J.T Powell Building.
Mood Routes
Join us for a social walk through the Arboretum! We meet outside the J.T. Powell building every Friday at noon, rain or shine! This walking group aims to support your mental and physical health by providing you with an opportunity to take a step back from your responsibilities and stresses, and engage with others at a social distance all whilst enjoying the healing effects of nature. Being free and non-committal, Mood Routes will allow you to enjoy both the physical and emotional benefits of walking with few barriers.
Note on inclement weather: In the case of heavy rain, thunder, snow, or hail, Mood Routes may be cancelled. We will make the decision by Friday at 11:00 am. If the event is cancelled, we will update that on this event, as well as on our Instagram story (@wellness_uofg)
From Friday, October 21, 2022 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM EDT at Outside the J.T Powell Building.
Mood Routes
Join us for a social walk through the Arboretum! We meet outside the J.T. Powell building every Friday at noon, rain or shine! This walking group aims to support your mental and physical health by providing you with an opportunity to take a step back from your responsibilities and stresses, and engage with others at a social distance all whilst enjoying the healing effects of nature. Being free and non-committal, Mood Routes will allow you to enjoy both the physical and emotional benefits of walking with few barriers.
Note on inclement weather: In the case of heavy rain, thunder, snow, or hail, Mood Routes may be cancelled. We will make the decision by Friday at 11:00 am. If the event is cancelled, we will update that on this event, as well as on our Instagram story (@wellness_uofg)
From Friday, October 28, 2022 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM EDT at Outside the J.T Powell Building.
Mood Routes
Join us for a social walk through the Arboretum! We meet outside the J.T. Powell building every Friday at noon, rain or shine! This walking group aims to support your mental and physical health by providing you with an opportunity to take a step back from your responsibilities and stresses, and engage with others at a social distance all whilst enjoying the healing effects of nature. Being free and non-committal, Mood Routes will allow you to enjoy both the physical and emotional benefits of walking with few barriers.
Note on inclement weather: In the case of heavy rain, thunder, snow, or hail, Mood Routes may be cancelled. We will make the decision by Friday at 11:00 am. If the event is cancelled, we will update that on this event, as well as on our Instagram story (@wellness_uofg)
From Friday, November 4, 2022 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM EDT at Outside the J.T Powell Building.
Building a Plant-Rich Diet
A plant rich diet is a diet that contains more plants! This means fruits, veggies, grains and protein sources from plants like legumes, nuts and tofu. A plant-rich diet does not need to be a strictly vegetarian or vegan diet.
Join on campus Registered Dietitian Lindzie O'Reilly to learn about:
- the risks and benefits of a plant-rich diet
- nutrients of concern and the role of supplements
- strategies to meet energy needs including meal ideas and time saving strategies
This group will occur virtually.
No registration or referral is required.
From Wednesday, November 2, 2022 2:30 PM to 3:20 PM EDT at Online.
Consent is Key @ UoG!
Join GRCGED and Jensen Williams, Sexual and Gender-Based Violence Educator from the UoG Sexual and Gender-Based Violence Centre for an interactive workshop on practising and promoting consent and ways you can provide trauma-informed and survivor-centric support to survivors of sexual and gender-based violence.
From Tuesday, September 13, 2022 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM EDT at University Centre.
Safe Party Session
Join the Off-Campus Living team, Student Wellness, and Public Health to learn tips and tricks about keeping yourself and others safe while partying! We will be providing free party kits (snacks & resources) to everyone who attends - while supplies last :)
From Monday, September 19, 2022 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM EDT at Peter Clark Hall 001A (North Wing).
Safe Party Session
Join the Off-Campus Living team, Student Wellness, and Public Health to learn tips and tricks about keeping yourself and others safe while partying! We will be providing free party kits (snacks & resources) to everyone who attends - while supplies last :)
From Thursday, September 22, 2022 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM EDT at Peter Clark Hall 001A (North Wing).
Nutrition 101
Join on campus Registered Dietitian Lindzie O'Reilly and the Student Nutrition Awareness Program (SNAP) to learn about.
- The benefits of a regular food routine for physical and mental wellbeing
- Strategies to build balanced meals and snacks, whether cooking for yourself or buying meals on campus
- Strategies to plan regular eating times throughout the day
This group will occur virtually. If you would rather join in-person, this event will run in-person November 23, 2:30-3:20PM
No registration or referral is required.
From Wednesday, October 26, 2022 2:30 PM to 3:20 PM EDT at Online.
Dial Down Academic Stress & Anxiety
Learn about the most common anxiety escalators (including a couple of surprising ones), along with practical, proven tips and strategies that you can use to decrease stress and anxiety.
Begin drafting your personal Anxiety Action Plan for this semester
and gain some new on-campus, off-campus, and on-line resources to help.
This FREE one-hour workshop for university students
meets ON-LINE
from 5:30 - 6:30 pm
with Kathy Somers from the Stress Management & High Performance Clinic.
Find full details at https://selfregulationskills.ca/free-sessions/
E-mail ksomers@uoguelph.ca for the link to this workshop.
From Wednesday, September 21, 2022 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM EDT at Online.
Relaxation & Stress Management Skills
Get off to a good start this semester with stronger stress management skills!
Learn to calm anxiety, relax tight muscles, settle a busy brain, and have more energy.
Strengthen your ability to restore yourself during these challenging times.A smorgasbord of techniques for thriving under pressure are practiced in and out of class to begin developing lifetime skills.
This 12-part skills program with Kathy Somers
of the Stress Management & High Performance Clinic
meets ON-LINE for 60 minutes, twice a week
on Tuesdays and Thursdays, for 6 weeks
(no session during Semester Break on October 11).
Find full details and registration at www.SelfRegulationSkills.ca/programs/relaxation-skills
From Tuesday, September 27, 2022 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM EDT at Online.