Health and Wellness Promotion Our team is dedicated to fostering a balanced and holistic approach to health and wellness. We provide a range of programs and services that are responsive to the unique needs of each student. Wellness is the active pursuit of optimal well-being. It is the act of practicing healthy habits on a daily basis to attain better academic, physical, social and mental health outcomes. Instead of just surviving, you’re thriving! There are many different dimensions and pathways of wellness - as a student it can be hard finding the time to prioritize wellness or knowing where to go to find support. We encourage students to engage with health and wellness focused resources to cultivate growth, take action, and thrive. Groups, Workshops, Events View the calendar Employee Lead Art Hive No registration Required Enjoy a creative break during your school day! The Living Room Community Art Studio has partnered with our university to give you a creative break and enjoy some self-care. All students are welcome to drop into our Ontario Tech Creative Wellness Hive to make some art and to learn about campus services. Location: North Oshawa Campus Library 29 - Sept 11:00-3:00 27 - Oct 11:00-3:00 24 - Nov 11:00-3:00 20 – Jan 11:00-3:00 23 – Feb 11:00-3:00 30 – Mar 11:00-3:00 Breath Break REGISTER HERE Open to both employees and students virtually this 30 minute, 6 week group will be a combination of guided meditation and facilitated breathing activities supporting stress management, focus, and emotional well-being. Leave feeling calmer, more focused, and ready to take on the rest of your day. 01-Oct 12:00-12:30 08-Oct 12:00-12:30 15-Oct 12:00-12:30 22-Oct 12:00-12:30 29-Oct 12:00-12:30 05-Nov 12:00-12:30 Mindful Movers Hike REGISTER HERE Join us for a 3km hike outdoors in the conservation area beside campus, featuring bird-watching and forest exploration. Perfect for both experienced hikers and those new to nature, this outing offers a chance to move your body, reset your mind, and enjoy the proven mental and physical benefits of time outdoors. Whether you’re boosting athletic performance or simply need a break, let nature do the heavy lifting. Please come dressed for the weather and meet at the CRWC front desk. Thursdays 12:00 – 1:30 Moments and Memories REGISTER HERE The semesters fly by, but the memories don't have to. Reflect on your student journey through journaling and creative activities, connect with fellow students, and create keepsakes you'll look back on long after graduation. 13-Oct 10:30-12:00 20-Oct 10:30-12:00 27- Oct 10:30-12:00 03-Nov 10:30-12:00 17-Nov 10:30-12:00 Paint nights REGISTER HERE Creative social events providing opportunities for relaxation, connection, and student engagement. 09-Sep 1:00-4:00 10-Sep (Whitby) 1:00-4:00 14-Oct 6:00-8:00 12-Nov 6:00-8:00 09-Dec 2:00-4:00 Peace Love: expressive and therapeutic arts workshop Register here Create, reflect, and connect through the power of art. This group invites you to explore your emotions through creative expression, helping you better understand yourself while building confidence, connection, and mental wellness along the way. 06-Oct 12:30-2:30 03- Nov 12:30-2:30 Rest + Reset REGISTER HERE Give yourself permission to rest. This guided meditation and rest session helps calm your nervous system, clear mental clutter, and support better performance in class, sport, and daily life. We’ll begin with a gentle meditation followed by a quiet, cozy rest period (and yes, napping is encouraged). Quality rest boosts focus, recovery, and resilience -rest isn’t lazy, it’s essential! Yoga mats and blankets are provided; just bring your tired body and busy mind. Tuesdays 2:10-3:00 Nutrition Sessions Nutrition Sessions with Sylvia – Fill out form Description: Explore the science behind healthy eating with Sylvia Emmorey (RHN, RNCP, ROHP) in this engaging nutrition workshop series. Learn why we crave certain foods, how nutrition can influence your energy, focus, mood, and performance, and how to make informed choices about food, fitness, supplements, and meal preparation. Save the dates. Fall Dates Times Workshop Name 29-Sept 12:00-1:00 p.m. "Building Healthy Food Habits" Food cravings, why we eat what we eat, physical requirements 21- Oct 12:00-1:00 p.m. "How to Fuel Your Body & Brain" Meal prep, mental health and nutrition, eating for energy, eating for fuel 24- Nov 1:00-2:00 p.m. "Nutrition Facts & Myth Busters" How to fuel your workout, myths breakers for supplements, supplements that do good for our body Peer Lead Glow and Grow: Register Here: Better Together Series – Fill out form November 4- 25 2:00-3:00 Glow & Grow Looking for a way to take a break from campus life? Glow and Grow is a supportive space designed to allow students to slow down, reflect, build connections, and ground themselves amid the academic year. Through guided activities, open discussion, and creative expression, participants will explore their physical, emotional, and mental wellness while discovering practical strategies to support their personal growth. In Partnership with Ontario Shores What we will do: Week 1: Connection and Community Activity: Hobbies & Games Week 2: Physical Care (Sleep, Nutrition, & Exercise) Activity: Wellness Vision Boards Week 3: Power of Positivity (Empowerment within) Activity: Affirmation Bracelets & Letter to your future self Week 4: Sharing your Story/ Finding your Voice Activity: “Speed-Friending” Week 5: Wellness Within (Emotional & Mental Care) Activity: Mood Mandela’s (painting/colouring) Additional Campaigns, Events, Workshops Trich or Treat October 1-31 Description: Trich or Treat is a monthly sexual health campaign encouraging students to prioritize their sexual health through accessible STI testing at the clinic. Students who come in for STI testing will receive a full-sized chocolate bar as a little treat for taking care of their health. The campaign aims to make STI testing feel approachable, encourage regular testing, and promote open, stigma-free conversations about sexual health. 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