Past Events

Join Nichola Taylor MSW RSW (registered social worker and group facilitator) and Kerri-Ann Fitzgerald MSW RSW (registered social worker and certified yoga teacher) to enjoy a fusion of introductory mindfulness teachings and gentle yoga that can aid in stress-reduction and enhanced well-being.   A variety of take-home resources will be provided to start or enrich your home practice.  Please bring a yoga mat. Space is limited. Register today!

BLOOD DONORS NEEDED IMMEDIATELY Approximately every minute of every day, someone in Canada needs blood. In fact, per a recent poll, 52 per cent of Canadians say they, or a family member, have needed blood or blood products for surgery or for medical treatment.

The purpose of Aboriginal Awareness Week is to acknowledge the First Nations, Métis, and Inuit presence and partnerships on campus, and create opportunities for education and discussion. Aboriginal Awareness Week is a collaborative initiative between the department of Student Experience, the Aboriginal Student Association and many other campus groups, departments and faculty. Sign up for the Introduction to Aboriginal People in Canada workshop and the Why and How of Territorial Acknowledgements session taking place during Aboriginal Awareness Week at U of G.

On October 21-25, Canada recognizes Waste Reduction Week. Throughout the week, we celebrate our progress with environmental initiatives while also looking for new innovative ways to live a more sustainable lifestyle.   Each day of the week has a different theme, to provide education and ideas around how each of us can take action to make more environmentally friendly choices day to day. MONDAY - Circular Economy  TUESDAY- Textiles  WEDNESDAY- Champions and Innovators  THURSDAY- Plastics  FRIDAY- Food Waste

Shift workers know first-hand the challenges of fighting the body's natural sleep-wake pattern and the strain that shiftwork can sometimes put on their health and well-being. This session will help participants identify the challenges and stressors that are unique to shiftwork, as well as strategies that may be helpful in improving sleep, eating healthy, and establishing routines that are helpful. Facilitator: Homewood Health

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

The Mental Health First Aid Course is a 2 day course that provides participants the skills and knowledge to help people better manage potential or developing mental health problems in themselves, a family member, a friend or a colleague

Gryphon Football are running a “pink wall” event at the UC to raise donations for breast cancer.  For a donation, you can write on a breast cancer sticker and put it up on the wall. Also, for a minimum $10 donation you can receive a pair of pink mittens.  Football Advancement will match donations for the pink wall, mitts and hoodies up to $2500.

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. 

Back by popular demand! Join a U of G sous chef and a baker at Creelman Hall for an exclusive tour of the food processing room and the bakeshop.