Upcoming Events

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.  Some...

For the 2025-2026 grant program period, the Wellness@Work Grant Program now offers a funding stream to the staff/faculty/instructors who work at the University of Guelph-Humber in order to facilitate their own distinct wellness programs within their campus location. These programs help promote wellness in the Guelph-Humber workplace through the implementation of a tailored health‐promoting program, approach or idea in their workplace. Registration...

The Wellness@Work Grant Program encourages faculty and staff across all campuses and research stations at the University of Guelph to help promote wellness in their workplace through the implementation of a tailored health‐promoting program, approach or idea in their workplace. Registration for this information session is for University of Guelph employees only within the Guelph campus, Ridgetown, and Research Station. This virtual session...

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. Come prepared for the weather and muddy conditions.  In the event of rain, the clean-up day will be re...

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 ...

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. This form of yoga helps those who are aging or have disabilities but is also used in office settings to relieve stress right in our own office chairs, even during the...

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. Registration: ...

From time to time, employees may find themselves in need of confidential, professional counselling for personal, family, relationship, and wellness issues adversely affecting work performance or threatening to do so. The purpose of the University's Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) is to help meet these needs. Eligibility for EFAP counselling has been expanded to encompass not only regular full-time employees, but also temporary full-time and part-time employees with appointments greater than 6 months and workloads greater than 35%, along with their immediate family members. ...

Free Staff Only Learn to Lift Looking to begin your fitness journey? This program is designed to teach you proper use of resistance machines and free weights safely, aiming to help you feel confident and see results. All sessions take place in the NRG Zone, our NEW training studio. This space provides a more private training experience, creating a safe learning environment. All skills and identities are welcome. If you like this program, register for a full series starting ...

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!...