Health Promotion Events and Workshops

Join us in promoting a healthier community this season! The Campus Health and Wellness Centre is offering flu clinics for staff, faculty and students. By getting vaccinated, you help protect yourself and those around you from the flu.

Thursday January 16 | 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Campus Health and Wellness Centre - G1030

What to Expect:

• Pre-book your appointment to ensure your spot. Appointments are 15 to 20 minutes with safety and symptom monitoring while you enjoy a light snack and refreshments. You may also drop-in without registering ahead of time, though space may be limited.
  
  

• Please arrive 10 minutes before your appointment time, register upon arrival and wear clothing that is loose enough for sleeves to roll up easily—the injection site will be in your upper arm. 

• Qualified healthcare professionals will be available to administer vaccinations and answer any questions you may have.

Join Holistic Nutritionist Sylvia Emmorey for nutrition sessions, where she'll provide practical tips for managing stress through your diet and teach you how to incorporate healthy snacks. Join us for the following workshops:  

Heart wellness

• Tuesday, November 12 | 1 to 2 p.m.
• Virtual 

If heart disease is in yours or a loved one’s life, then this is the seminar for you! Learn about the myths and realities of eating for a healthy heart. Nutritionist Sylvia Emmorey will cover high cholesterol and high blood pressure in this informative session, and will recommend foods for optimal heart health.

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Gut health

• Tuesday, November 19 | 1 to 2 p.m.
• Virtual

If you suffer with digestive issues, you may have come across terms like "gut health“ or “gut microbiome”, but what do these terms actually mean and why are they important? To learn why gut health is so important, join Nutritionist Sylvia Emmorey to discover the links to overall physical and psychological benefits of keeping your gut healthy!

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Eating on the go

• Wednesday, November 20 | 12:30 to 1:30 p.m.
• Shawenjigewining Hall, Atrium

Struggling to eat healthy between classes and study sessions? Join us at this pop-up booth for quick, nutritious meal ideas and smart snacking strategies that fit your busy lifestyle! Boost your energy and focus with practical tips from a nutritionist, ensuring you fuel your body while juggling school demands. Participants can try snack samples and will have the chance to enter into a draw to win a $25 grocery store gift card.

This is a drop-in event open to all Ontario Tech and Durham College students. No registration is required!

Menopause and perimenopause

• Tuesday, November 26 | 1 to 2 p.m.
• Virtual 

 If you’re dealing with unexplained weight gain, sleep issues, mood swings or hot flashes, join Nutritionist Sylvia Emmorey for this informative and empowering seminar. You’ll learn how to manage hormonal changes and take control of your hormonal health.

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Food cravings and triggers for eating

• Tuesday, December 3 | 1 to 2 p.m.
• Virtual 

Ever wonder why you ever have the sudden urge to reach for something unhealthy? There are many triggers for the urge to eat, and not all of them are for actual hunger. If you’d like to learn why you crave what you do and how to deal with your cravings, join us for this informative and interactive session.

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Take a Paws: Therapy Dog Session

Tuesday, November 19 from 4 to 5:30 p.m. | Shawenjigewining Hall, Mitch Frazer Foyer

As final exams are approaching, it's time to Take a Paws and recharge before the stress hits! Join us for a relaxing and rejuvenating event designed to help you unwind and de-stress before the big exams. 

Come meet three Sunshine Therapy Dogs who are trained to provide comfort, cuddles, and a much-needed break from your study grind. Research shows that spending time with therapy animals can lower stress and boost mental well-being—so take a moment for yourself and enjoy some furry stress relief!

In addition to spending time with these adorable canine companions, you can visit the Peer Wellness Educators at the Stress Busters table to build your own exam stress kit! You’ll also learn how you can be entered into a draw for one of three ultimate stress-busting prize packs.

Join Ontario Tech Students for monthly interactive cooking workshops to learn how to prepare quick, easy, inexpensive and healthy recipes from various cultures. Each workshop highlights a different dish and will teach students about global cultures through cooking. All students are welcome regardless of your skill level in the kitchen and all ingredients will be provided to students free of cost. Please note that sessions hosted in Residence kitchens have a maximum of 16 participants. If all spots have been filled, you will be added to the waitlist.

Tibetan-Indian hemp-infused momos (dumplings)

Thursday, November 7 | 4 to 6 p.m.
Simcoe Village Residence; fourth floor kitchens

Description: Hemp-infused momos bring a modern twist to a traditional Tibetan-Indian favorite. These delicate, bite-sized dumplings are filled with a choice of tender, seasoned chicken or a vibrant blend of cabbage, carrots, mushrooms, and hemp seeds. Ideal as a snack or appetizer, these momos make for a delicious, protein-packed treat that combines tradition with a healthy twist. 

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