Groups, Workshops, Events View the calendar Better Together: Breaking Barriers, Connecting Communities LEARN MORE Calm Campus: Stress Less, Live More LEARN MORE Camp Wellness: Healthy by Nature LEARN MORE Food IQ: Growing Minds Growing Plates Learn More Additional Campaigns, Events, Workshops HIV Awareness-I’m Ready to know event Join us on December 4th to learn more about HIV and pick up a FREE HIV self-testing kit. Time: 9:00-12:00 Location: C128 We are proud partners of the I’m Ready To Know national project that is implementing, scaling-up and evaluating low-barrier options for access to HIV self-testing. Test kits can be delivered to your home or CHWC is a designated pick-up hub throughout the year. Flu Clinic Our Flu Clinic is dedicated to providing safe and convenient access to flu shots for everyone in our campus community. Drop-in on the date of the event or pre-book HERE. You can also get a COVID Vaccine available NOW at the Pharmacy! Upcoming Events › Campus Health and Wellness Centre November 2024 Nov 21 WellPod@DC 3:00 PM — 4:00 PM Online LIVE – THURSDAYS 3PM ON RIOTRADIO.CA Let’s explore what it means to be well, from meditation, stress management, safer substance use and sexual health, we will literally talk sex, drugs and rock & roll. Join us to deep dive into some student health questions; we’ll learn about wellness together, try some coping tools and meet some interesting people. Your co-hosts Heather and Craig (the perfect blend of CHWC and SALS) each week will DIY a wellness tool together and then… Find out more » Nov 22 Calm Campus: Mindful Fridays at Whitby Campus 11:00 AM — 12:00 PM In-person Whitby Campus, 1610 Champlain Avenue Whitby, Ontario L1N 6A7 Canada Mindfulness sessions are open to all students seeking a break and wanting to cultivate peace and calm in their lives. Engage in mindfulness practices and guided meditations that can help navigate stress and feeling overwhelmed, and improve well-being. You are invited to connect with yourself and your peers one breath at a time. Register ahead of time, or drop in same day. Find out more » Nov 25 Calm Campus: Mindful Mondays- Oshawa Campus 11:00 AM — 12:00 PM In-person Oshawa Campus, 2000 Simcoe St. N. Oshawa, Ontario Canada Mindfulness sessions are open to all students seeking a break and wanting to cultivate peace and calm in their lives. Engage in mindfulness practices and guided meditations that can help navigate stress and feeling overwhelmed, and improve well-being. You are invited to connect with yourself and your peers one breath at a time. Register ahead to let us know you're coming, or drop in same day. Find out more » Nov 26 BTS: One Meal at a Time 11:30 AM — 1:00 PM Virtual Join Michelle Pitman, RSW, Eating Disorders Psychotherapist and Lori Brownson, RPN, Mental Health and Wellness Navigator in this support group, using the power of social connection to make mealtime less stressful and get through one meal at a time, together. Following the meal, Michelle and Lori will facilitate a brief discussion on relevant topics including coping and recovery-oriented skills building. NOTE: We do not provide meal planning or nutritional advice in this program. Group location: Virtual. Facilitators will send out… Find out more » Nov 26 BTS: Nutrition Seminars with Sylvia Emmorey 1:00 PM — 2:00 PM Virtual Presented by the FLEX Fitness Centre in collaboration with both Durham College and Ontario Tech Health Promotions, Sylvia Emmorey (RHN, RNCP, ROHP) will discuss the following important topics: Menopause and Perimenopause: Week 3 – November 26th 1:00-2:00 p.m. If you’re dealing with unexplained weight gain, sleep issues, mood swings, hot flashes and more, join nutritionist Sylvia Emmorey for an informative and empowering seminar where you will learn how to manage hormonal changes and take control of your hormonal health! Food… Find out more » Nov 26 Camp Wellness: Nature Play 2:00 PM — 3:00 PM In-person Oshawa Campus, 2000 Simcoe St. N. Oshawa, Ontario Canada Like arts + crafts? Join Jessica-Lee + Heather for sensory-based exploration and creation in nature! Creative activities to help slow down, allow the senses to open, and experience the environment to deepen the reciprocal relationship with nature. PLUS meet some new friends, be social and have fun! Come create and play in nature! Find out more » Nov 27 BTS: Photo Voice 1:00 PM — 3:00 PM In-person Oshawa Campus, 2000 Simcoe St. N. Oshawa, Ontario Canada Photovoice is the art of putting life experiences, emotions, and realities into a picture. This group is designed to give students the opportunity to express themselves in a medium outside of traditional conversation and connect to the greater DC/OnTech community. Each week a theme is chosen by the students which then prompts them to take or use photos from their camera library that represent that theme from their perspective. Join Residence Outreach Coordinators, Louise Stiles, RP, and Lexie Murphy, RSW,… Find out more » Nov 27 DBT: Skills Group 2:00 PM — 3:00 PM In-person Oshawa Campus, 2000 Simcoe St. N. Oshawa, Ontario Canada Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Skills Group Target Audience: Durham College Students who are registered with the Campus Health and Wellness Centre Welcome to our supportive (DBT) skills group, where we navigate the journey of emotional mastery together. If you’ve ever had difficulty with unpredictable emotions, you’re not alone. Join us to replace old habits with skillful ones, while celebrating the full spectrum of emotions and empowering you to navigate stressful moments with more ease. Our DBT Skills Group is a… Find out more » Nov 28 Camp Wellness: Wonder Walks 11:00 AM — 12:00 PM In-person Oshawa Campus, 2000 Simcoe St. N. Oshawa, Ontario Canada Join Wellness Coach Heather for a 2km walk to spark curiosity and feel awe in the forest. Research as shown awe can calm our nervous system, reduce stress, quiet our inner critic and improve psychological well-being- plus it can give us a greater life satisfaction. We’ll take some fun photos and learn some cool nature facts while intentionally exploring for awe. Find out more » Nov 28 Surviving Addiction: In Conversation 1:00 PM — 3:00 PM In-person Oshawa Campus, 2000 Simcoe St. N. Oshawa, Ontario Canada Join us for an inspiring event as the Social Impact Hub supports the Surviving Addiction docuseries by Durham College alumnus Chris Cull and the Canadian Society of Addiction Medicine. Chris has made great strides in raising awareness about addiction and mental health through his work with Inspire by Example. This powerful series highlights the human stories behind addiction, aiming to educate audiences on its impact while promoting compassion and understanding in recovery. Over the summer and fall of 2023, Durham… Find out more » Nov 28 WellPod@DC 3:00 PM — 4:00 PM Online LIVE – THURSDAYS 3PM ON RIOTRADIO.CA Let’s explore what it means to be well, from meditation, stress management, safer substance use and sexual health, we will literally talk sex, drugs and rock & roll. Join us to deep dive into some student health questions; we’ll learn about wellness together, try some coping tools and meet some interesting people. Your co-hosts Heather and Craig (the perfect blend of CHWC and SALS) each week will DIY a wellness tool together and then… Find out more » Nov 29 Calm Campus: Mindful Fridays at Whitby Campus 11:00 AM — 12:00 PM In-person Whitby Campus, 1610 Champlain Avenue Whitby, Ontario L1N 6A7 Canada Mindfulness sessions are open to all students seeking a break and wanting to cultivate peace and calm in their lives. Engage in mindfulness practices and guided meditations that can help navigate stress and feeling overwhelmed, and improve well-being. You are invited to connect with yourself and your peers one breath at a time. Register ahead of time, or drop in same day. Find out more » December 2024 Dec 03 BTS: One Meal at a Time 11:30 AM — 1:00 PM Virtual Join Michelle Pitman, RSW, Eating Disorders Psychotherapist and Lori Brownson, RPN, Mental Health and Wellness Navigator in this support group, using the power of social connection to make mealtime less stressful and get through one meal at a time, together. Following the meal, Michelle and Lori will facilitate a brief discussion on relevant topics including coping and recovery-oriented skills building. NOTE: We do not provide meal planning or nutritional advice in this program. Group location: Virtual. Facilitators will send out… Find out more » Dec 03 BTS: Nutrition Seminars with Sylvia Emmorey 1:00 PM — 2:00 PM Virtual Presented by the FLEX Fitness Centre in collaboration with both Durham College and Ontario Tech Health Promotions, Sylvia Emmorey (RHN, RNCP, ROHP) will discuss the following important topics: Food Cravings and Triggers for Eating: Week 4 – December 3rd 1:00-2:00 p.m. Do you ever have the sudden urge to reach for something unhealthy and wonder why? There are many triggers for eating and not all are for actual hunger. If you’d like to learn why you eat what you eat… Find out more » Dec 04 I’m Ready: HIV Self-Testing Event 9:00 AM — 12:00 PM Oshawa Campus, Gordon Willey Buidling Room C128, 2000 Simcoe St. N. Oshawa, Ontario Canada Join Us for Our HIV Self-Testing Event! On Wednesday, December 4th, from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM DROP IN room C128, students are invited to pick up free HIV self-testing kits through the I'm Ready to Know program. This is a unique opportunity to learn about HIV testing and care resources, connect with lab techs for hands-on support, and ask any questions in a safe and welcoming environment. Additional Services offered year-round through the CHWC include: • Free HIV Self-Testing… Find out more » Dec 05 WellPod@DC 3:00 PM — 4:00 PM Online LIVE – THURSDAYS 3PM ON RIOTRADIO.CA Let’s explore what it means to be well, from meditation, stress management, safer substance use and sexual health, we will literally talk sex, drugs and rock & roll. Join us to deep dive into some student health questions; we’ll learn about wellness together, try some coping tools and meet some interesting people. Your co-hosts Heather and Craig (the perfect blend of CHWC and SALS) each week will DIY a wellness tool together and then… Find out more » Dec 09 EMPLOYEES: Coffee with Clinicians 10:00 AM — 11:00 AM In-person Oshawa Campus, 2000 Simcoe St. N. Oshawa, Ontario Canada Employees only, please join us for Coffee with Clinicians, an hour long open-support session to discuss Student’s Mental Health on campus. This is in collaboration with our new Supporting Student Mental Health Employee Guide. We aim to create a supportive environment where we can learn and grow together and share situations that have been challenging to learn how to navigate them together. Please register through the link below. Find out more » Dec 10 BTS: One Meal at a Time 11:30 AM — 1:00 PM Virtual Join Michelle Pitman, RSW, Eating Disorders Psychotherapist and Lori Brownson, RPN, Mental Health and Wellness Navigator in this support group, using the power of social connection to make mealtime less stressful and get through one meal at a time, together. Following the meal, Michelle and Lori will facilitate a brief discussion on relevant topics including coping and recovery-oriented skills building. NOTE: We do not provide meal planning or nutritional advice in this program. Group location: Virtual. Facilitators will send out… Find out more » Dec 11 EMPLOYEES: Coffee with Clinicians 10:00 AM — 11:00 AM In-person Oshawa Campus, 2000 Simcoe St. N. Oshawa, Ontario Canada Employees only, please join us for Coffee with Clinicians, an hour long open-support session to discuss Student’s Mental Health on campus in collaboration with our new Supporting Student Mental Health Employee Guide. We aim to create a supportive environment where we can learn and grow together and share situations that have been challenging to learn how to navigate them together. Find out more » Dec 12 WellPod@DC 3:00 PM — 4:00 PM Online LIVE – THURSDAYS 3PM ON RIOTRADIO.CA Let’s explore what it means to be well, from meditation, stress management, safer substance use and sexual health, we will literally talk sex, drugs and rock & roll. Join us to deep dive into some student health questions; we’ll learn about wellness together, try some coping tools and meet some interesting people. Your co-hosts Heather and Craig (the perfect blend of CHWC and SALS) each week will DIY a wellness tool together and then… Find out more » January 2025 Jan 16 FLU CLINIC 9:00 AM — 3:00 PM In-person Oshawa Campus, 2000 Simcoe St. N. Oshawa, Ontario Canada As we approach flu season, we invite you to prioritize your health by getting vaccinated. Our Flu Clinic is dedicated to providing safe and convenient access to flu shots for everyone in our campus community. Drop-in on the date of the event or pre-book through the link below. What to Expect: • Expert Care: Our qualified healthcare professionals will be available to administer vaccinations and answer any questions you may have. • Community Health: By getting vaccinated, you help protect… Find out more » Jan 20 EMPLOYEES: Coffee with Clinicians 10:00 AM — 11:00 AM In-person Oshawa Campus, 2000 Simcoe St. N. Oshawa, Ontario Canada Please join us for Coffee with Clinicians, an hour long open-support session to discuss Student’s Mental Health on campus in collaboration with our new Supporting Student Mental Health Employee Guide. We aim to create a supportive environment where we can learn and grow together and share situations that have been challenging to learn how to navigate them together. Find out more » Jan 29 EMPLOYEES: Coffee with Clinicians 10:00 AM — 11:00 AM Don Lovisa building Atrium, Durham College Whitby Campus, 1690 Champlain Avenue Whitby, Ontario L1N 6A7 Canada Employees only, please join us for Coffee with Clinicians, an hour long open-support session to discuss Student’s Mental Health on campus in collaboration with our new Supporting Student Mental Health Employee Guide. We aim to create a supportive environment where we can learn and grow together and share situations that have been challenging to learn how to navigate them together. Find out more » + Export Events