Events

Format: Virtual keynote; In-person viewing room available

For a Keeping Well at Work special virtual event, join us for an interactive morning with guest keynote speaker Loretta J. Ross to learn about the concept of calling people in, from her recent book, as a helpful tool when conflict arises.

Participants will explore “how to start making change with those you’d rather cancel,” and ways we, as a society, can incorporate new practices of reducing harm through conversations focused on shared values and connection, rather than punishment.

Open to all Waterloo staff!

Format: In-person workshop

Whether you're a seasoned gamer or just curious to learn more, this hands-on workshop invites you to explore how play brings people together in the new Warrior Esports and Gaming Lounge. From casual competitions to gaming nights, digital play spaces like gaming lounges on university campuses are helping build inclusive communities, and support mental wellness for students and staff alike. Now it’s your turn to try it out!

Join Greg Mittler and Anna Tian from Athletics and Recreation to explore how gaming and esports can contribute to well-being by offering opportunities for stress relief, identity expression, creativity, and community engagement while playing a range of games.

Format: Online session

Many of us face challenges setting appropriate boundaries when competing values, goals and priorities exist. This session will explore the benefits of setting and maintaining healthy boundaries and outline practical strategies for doing so with confidence, empathy and self-compassion.

Join us for this one-hour virtual session provided by Homewood Health.

Format: In-person workshop

As life expectancy increases, retirement is no longer just about financial security - it's about preparing for a new chapter of life that goes beyond the traditional notions of rest and relaxation. Are you ready to start thinking about the non-financial aspects of your retirement?

Join Waterloo alumni Simon Chan (BA ‘98) from Adapt with Intent for or a 3-hour immersive retirement planning workshop on Tuesday, January 20. Spots are limited. Intended for Waterloo staff within 10-15 years of retirement or those supporting someone who is retired/retiring soon.

Format: Online session

In this specially requested webinar, participants will learn how to plan for their future through tips for creating a budget, decreasing debt and increasing savings.

Join us for this one-hour virtual session provided by Homewood Health.

Format: In-person workshop

Join us for a beginner-friendly dot painting workshop designed to support your wellness through creative mindfulness. During this 90-minute session, you will get step- by-step guide to learn different dot painting techniques and create your own mandala designs on wooden coasters.

This hands-on session offers you a peaceful break from daily routines while encouraging self-expression and presence in the moment. No prior experience is needed—just bring your curiosity and enjoy the process.

Format: Online course

Have you thought about developing new healthy, sustainable and mindful habits but are not sure how to begin? 

In this asynchronous course with Stacey Majaury from Athletics and Recreation, you will select a personal goal related to sleep, stress management, nutrition, physical activity or recovery, and will leave with an action plan to achieve that goal. You'll also discover self-coaching techniques to help you reflect, adapt, and maintain consistency moving forward.

Special Note: Upon completion of this course, participants will receive instructions for a complimentary health coaching session with Stacey Majaury to support the practical implementation of course concepts into everyday life.

Format: In-person class

Give your mind and body a break! Yoga nidra is a style of meditation/relaxation that can be an effective way to reset during the workday. In this in-person session, facilitator Monika Kitor will explain what yoga nidra is, how it works, and the importance of rest for our bodies and how rest works against stress during the day. Then Monika will lead everyone through a short nidra session and debrief. This session is done lying down to help ease the body.

Note: Due to the tranquil environment needed for this session, we are requesting that participants arrive no later than 11:15 a.m.