The University of Waterloo cares about the health and well-being of all employees and supports a holistic approach to ensuring a healthy workplace environment.
We care about the social, emotional, spiritual, physical and psychological health and safety of our community. We are committed to providing a supportive environment where all individuals are valued, engaged and can thrive. By offering various wellness programs, we provide the extra support you need to succeed at work and in your personal life.
Below you will find a wide array of wellness resources available to our campus community.
If this is an emergency, or if you or someone you know is in immediate danger, please call 911 or go to your nearest hospital or emergency department.
With a robust benefits package, the University of Waterloo offers you comprehensive coverage to support you and your eligible dependants in their health and well-being.
University of Waterloo employees and their dependent family members have a range of health and wellness services under the Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP), provided by Homewood Health Inc.
Taking care of your mental and emotional health is essential for your well-being. Whatever you're experiencing, there is support available to you. Learn about the resources and support, and how to get help when you need it.
Mental Health Training Opportunities
Campus Wellness offers mental health training programs to raise campus mental health awareness, reduce mental health stigma, and support early intervention for those in need within our UWaterloo campus community.
Keeping Well at Work (KW@W) is a monthly series of health and well-being-inspired engagement events and workshops for University of Waterloo employees. Every month, explore workshops presented by UWaterloo experts or by your Employee and Family Assistance Program provider, Homewood Health, and occasionally fantastic keynotes, too!
More campus resources:
If you cannot locate a service or support for you, browse through the selection of campus resources to find what is the right fit to support your health and well-being at Waterloo.