Launching this September, WellU Wind Downs is a new series from the Student Health and Wellness Health Promotion team. These low-key, drop-in events will be running throughout the year. Each one is a chance to slow down, meet other students, and take part in some kind of activity to help you unwind and connect.
For the first five weeks of classes, Student Health and Wellness will be hosting WellU Wednesdays: a series of low-key, drop-in events designed to help you settle into university life, connect with other Thunderwolves, and explore supports and services on campus and in the community.
Each week will feature a different wellness-focused activity or theme, with opportunities to meet new people, try something new, and learn about resources that can support your well-being throughout your time at Lakehead.
More details, including weekly themes, times, and locations, will be shared later this summer.
Take a break from the excitement of a new school year with a calming yoga session focused on unwinding, followed by a build-your-own sleep tea bar. You'll leave with practical ideas from Student Health and Wellness to support a better night's sleep.
No experience necessary, bring you own mat if possible.
Kick back, play, and connect at Rec the Yard!
Join Student Health and Wellness and Campus Rec for some friendly competition with lawn games like spikeball and cornhole, all while learning about the fitness and recreation opportunities available to you on campus
Join the Student Health and Wellness team and connect with the people and services that support your well-being, on campus and in the Thunder Bay community. Drop by for info tables, fun activities, and a chance to discover resources that can help you stay well throughout your time at Lakehead.
safeTALK is a 4-hour, in-person workshop to build skills in suicide prevention. Participants will learn how to recognize and engage with someone thinking about suicide, overcome attitudes that act as barriers to help, talk openly about suicide and connect with intervention resources for further support.
Through presentations, audiovisuals, small group discussion and scenario practice, you will learn a 4-step TALK model and practical steps to help activate a suicide alert that connects people having thoughts of suicide with more specialized intervention care and relevant resources.
All participants will receive a learning booklet, resources and a Certificate of Completion.
As part of CMHA Mental Health Week’s focus on connection, Student Health and Wellness is offering safeTALK, an evidence-based training that helps you recognize and respond to someone who may be thinking about suicide. This session will be led by SHW Manager of Wellness, Irene Pugliese, and is offered at no cost to Lakehead students, staff, and faculty. Registration is required.
safeTALK prepares participants to become suicide-alert helpers by building practical, hands-on skills you can use in everyday situations—whether in the classroom, workplace, or community.
In this training, you will:
This workshop is especially valuable for those in helping or student-facing roles but is open to anyone interested in strengthening their ability to support others. The skills gained are meaningful, transferable, and can make a real difference in someone’s life.
The It’s Your Move Crew is bringing back our summer-long challenge to log 100 hours of physical activity!
Once you sign up, you’ll receive a link to our Strava group, where we’ll share weekly updates, encouragement, and resources to help you reach your goal. You’ll also be able to connect with and cheer on your fellow Thunderwolves throughout the summer.
Who can join?
This challenge is open to current students, incoming students, staff, faculty, and alumni from both campuses but only students are eligible for prizes.
Prizes:
✅ Sign up before June 5 and join the It’s Your Move Strava group
✅ Tracking runs from Monday, May 11 to Sunday, August 30, 2026
✅ Log your activities in Strava (manually or by syncing your fitness tracker/smartwatch)
✅ We’ll track your progress and celebrate your milestones along the way
✅ Get moving and make your move!
Are you ready to make your move?
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A: Yes, in order to fully participate in the community aspect of It's Your Move, a Strava Account is necessary. You can create a free Strava Account here: https://www.strava.com/register/free. Please note it is not necessary to purchase any of the subscriptions associated with Strava to participate in It's Your Move Challenges. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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A: No! A GPS Tracker is not necessary to participate, as you can manually input your runs onto Strava using these instructions if you prefer to run without a GPS tracker or phone. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| A: Most popular fitness tracking apps (Apple, Fitbit, Garmin) can upload data to Strava through syncing software. See how to sync your wearable or app here: https://support.strava.com/hc/en-us/articles/223297187-How-to-get-your-Activities-to-Strava | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Except for virtual rides and runs, you can record any of the following sport types with the Strava mobile app. If you're recording with a third-party device or app and syncing to Strava, you may not see the recorded sport type reflected on Strava. However, once any activity is uploaded or synced to Strava, you can edit the activity to change the sport type to any supported sport type. Please be aware that some of Strava's features are currently only available for our three core sport types, riding, running, and swimming.
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See how the It's Your Move Crew is doing:
Feeling a little digitally drained after the semester? Join SHW for a 7-day Digital Reset designed to help you build a healthier, more intentional relationship with your screens.
Each day, you’ll receive a short email with practical, evidence-based strategies to help reduce screen time.
What to expect:
Sign up by April 26 at midnight, first email will be sent on Monday, April 27.
Lead by Sara Melvin
Forest Therapy is based on the Japanese practice of Shinrin-yoku (Forest Bathing), which in its simplest definition is, taking in the forest atmosphere. Not simply a walk in the woods, it is the conscious and contemplative practice of being immersed in the sights, sounds and smells of the forest, heightening awareness and forming a deeper connection to nature. As a certified forest therapy guide, Sara deeply believes in the healing power of nature and how it can calm, refresh and rejuvenate our souls. Walks provide an intentional space to slow down, breathe deeply and remember the quiet strength that lives within you. You will participate in sensory experiences full of wander and wonder. Throughout the walk, Sara will offer invitations, allowing you to pause, breathe, give yourself permission to be present and opportunities for personal reflection and sharing. Each walk is concluded with a tea ceremony.
Spaces are limited and registration is required.
