(OR) Leap Day

Event Date: 
Thursday, February 29, 2024 - 9:00am EST
Event Location: 
500 University Avenue, Orillia
Event Contact Name: 
Sara Corcoran

It's LEAP DAY - every four years we get an extra day on February 29th. Why not use this extra 24 hours to be nice to yourself? If you struggle with making time for yourself, set aside today for self-growth and recovery. 

Student Health and Wellness will be leaping around campus throughout the day sharing treats and ideas to help you Treat Yo' Self.

(OR) Anishinaabemowin Nutrition Bingo

Event Date: 
Thursday, March 28, 2024 - 4:30pm to 6:30pm EDT
Event Location: 
Maawnjigamig Where We Gather OR1013
Event Contact Name: 
Sara Corcoran
Event Contact E-mail: 

The bingo dabbers are calling! Learn some words in Anishinaabemowin and win some tasty prizes at Nutrition Bingo.

All are welcome, no registration required.

This activity is offered by the Office of Indigenous Initiatives and Student Health and Wellness.

(OR) Anishinaabemowin Nutrition Bingo

Event Date: 
Thursday, March 7, 2024 - 4:30pm to 6:30pm EST
Thursday, March 14, 2024 - 4:30pm to 6:30pm EDT
Event Location: 
Maawnjigamig Where We Gather OR 1013
Event Contact Name: 
Sara Corcoran
Event Contact E-mail: 

The bingo dabbers are calling! Learn some words in Anishinaabemowin and win some tasty prizes at Nutrition Bingo.

All are welcome, no registration required.

This activity is offered by the Office of Indigenous Initiatives and Student Health and Wellness.

(OR) Don't Push Your Luck: Safe St. Patrick's Day

Event Date: 
Thursday, March 14, 2024 - 12:30pm to 3:00pm EDT
Event Location: 
Simcoe Hall
Event Contact Name: 
Brooke Andrews
Event Contact Phone: 
(705) 330-4010 ext. 2116
Event Contact E-mail: 

Happy St. Patrick's Day! Don't leave your safety to luck this weekend - drop by Simcoe Hall to pick up your free Safe Night Out Kit from Student Health and Wellness and kick off your St. Patty's festivities with some "not" drinking games and other activities.

(OR) Therapy Dogs

Event Date: 
Monday, March 18, 2024 - 12:00pm to 1:00pm EDT
Event Location: 
Simcoe Hall
Event Contact Name: 
Sara Corcoran
Event Contact Phone: 
(705) 330-4010 ext. 2116
Event Contact E-mail: 

The cutest kind of stress relief is back! Visit the St. John Ambulance Therapy Dogs at Simcoe Hall from 12pm - 1pm

Therapy Dog Team: Lynn and Paris

(OR) Therapy Dogs @HP

Event Date: 
Wednesday, March 6, 2024 - 12:00pm to 1:00pm EST
Event Location: 
Heritage Place
Event Contact Name: 
Sara Corcoran
Event Contact Phone: 
(705) 330-4010 ext. 2116
Event Contact E-mail: 

The cutest kind of stress relief is back! Visit the St. John Ambulance Therapy Dogs at Heritage Place from 12pm - 1pm

Therapy Dog Team: Charon & Patches 

(OR) Dining Hall Q&A with a Dietitian

Event Date: 
Wednesday, March 13, 2024 - 12:00pm to 1:00pm EDT
Event Location: 
Dining Hall
Event Contact Name: 
Sara Corcoran
Event Contact Phone: 
(705) 330-4010 ext. 2116
Event Contact E-mail: 

Are you a regular at the caf and curious about how to get the most out of your meals? Join Dietitian Donna from Dana Hospitality for a Lunch & Learn at the dining hall! Donna will walk through the dining hall with the group to discuss the food options, answer questions, and help you build a nutritious meal that meets your preferences. The group will also have an opportunity to sit down with Donna to learn more about healthy eating strategies.

You can use your meal plan to purchase your lunch at the dining hall, otherwise, lunch can be purchased for $12. Don't want lunch but still want to learn? You are welcome to join!

(OR) Journaling for Self-Care

Event Date: 
Thursday, March 7, 2024 - 2:30pm to 4:00pm EST
Event Location: 
Simcoe Hall
Event Contact Name: 
Sara Corcoran
Event Contact Phone: 
(705) 330-4010 ext. 2116
Event Contact E-mail: 

Stop by Simcoe Hall to pick up a journaling kit and learn how journaling can be a part of your self-care routine! Each kit includes a journal, writing tools and an intro guide to journaling as self-care. 

Keeping a record of personal thoughts and feelings is particularly helpful in supporting mental health by:

  • Reducing anxiety
  • Breaking away from a nonstop cycle of obsessive thinking and brooding
  • Improving the awareness and perception of events
  • Regulating emotions
  • Encouraging awareness

(OR) Journaling for Self-Care @HP

Event Date: 
Monday, March 4, 2024 - 11:30am to 1:00pm EST
Event Location: 
Heritage Place
Event Contact Name: 
Sara Corcoran
Event Contact Phone: 
(705) 330-4010 ext. 2116
Event Contact E-mail: 

Stop by Heritage Place to pick up a journalling kit and learn how journaling can be a part of your self-care routine! Each kit includes a journal, writing tools and an intro guide to journaling as self-care. 

Keeping a record of personal thoughts and feelings is particularly helpful in supporting mental health by:

  • Reducing anxiety
  • Breaking away from a nonstop cycle of obsessive thinking and brooding
  • Improving the awareness and perception of events
  • Regulating emotions
  • Encouraging awareness

(OR) Puppy Yoga

Event Date: 
Monday, February 26, 2024 - 1:15pm to 2:15pm EST
Event Location: 
OA 2014
Event Contact Name: 
Sara Corcoran
Event Contact Phone: 
(705) 330-4010 ext. 2116
Event Contact E-mail: 

Join our puppy friends from Precious Paws Rescue for some downward dogs and warrior poses. Registration required. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScy7-C9UFfA5bIfvMPJivGx8_caeX1firsN0PwGy0cmQI3Drw/viewform?usp=sf_link

Please bring a yoga mat if you have one, but mats will be provided in a limited quantity
Event details: Monday, January 26th, 1:15 - 2 pm, OA 2014
Contact orluwell@lakeheadu.ca if you have any questions

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