(OR) Stress Busters: Lavender Playdough

Event Date: 
Friday, April 11, 2025 - 10:30am to 12:30pm EDT
Event Location: 
Orsi Family Learning Commons
Event Contact Name: 
Brooke Andrews
Event Contact Phone: 
(705) 330-4010 ext. 2116
Event Contact E-mail: 

Take a study break and join Student Health & Wellness for a Stress Buster! Make some homemade lavender playdough and engage all of your senses as you ground in the present moment. All supplies will be provided! 

Please note that this event is tentative and the date/time is subject to change.

(OR) Stress Busters: LEGO Building

Event Date: 
Thursday, April 10, 2025 - 10:30am to 12:30pm EDT
Event Location: 
Orsi Family Learning Commons
Event Contact Name: 
Brooke Andrews
Event Contact Phone: 
(705) 330-4010 ext. 2116
Event Contact E-mail: 

Take a study break and join Student Health & Wellness for a Stress Buster! Who says LEGO is just for kids? Come play with some LEGO bricks and practice mindfulness, while connecting with your fellow Thunderwolves.

Please note that this event is tentative and the date/time is subject to change.

(OR) Stress Busters: Painting

Event Date: 
Wednesday, April 9, 2025 - 10:30am to 12:30pm EDT
Event Location: 
Orsi Family Learning Commons
Event Contact Name: 
Brooke Andrews
Event Contact Phone: 
(705) 330-4010 ext. 2116
Event Contact E-mail: 

Take a study break and join Student Health & Wellness for a Stress Buster! Painting is a great way to practice grounding in the present moment and creatively express emotions. We will have a variety of surfaces and paints for you to experiment with! 

Please note that this event is tentative and the date/time is subject to change.

(OR) Stress Busters: Cookie Decorating

Event Date: 
Tuesday, April 8, 2025 - 10:30am to 12:30pm EDT
Event Location: 
Orsi Family Learning Commons
Event Contact Name: 
Brooke Andrews
Event Contact Phone: 
(705) 330-4010 ext. 2116
Event Contact E-mail: 

Take a study break and join Student Health & Wellness for a Stress Buster! Decorate homemade cookies from a local bakery and connect with your fellow Thunderwolves.

Please note that this event is tentative and the date/time is subject to change.

(OR) Stress Busters: Mental Health Check-In

Event Date: 
Monday, April 7, 2025 - 10:30am to 12:30pm EDT
Event Location: 
Orsi Family Learning Commons
Event Contact Name: 
Brooke Andrews
Event Contact Phone: 
(705) 330-4010 ext. 2116
Event Contact E-mail: 

Take a study break and join Student Health & Wellness for a Stress Buster! Check in with your mental health, grab a warm beverage and learn about resources available to support you in times of stress.

Please note that this event is tentative and the date/time is subject to change.

(OR) De-Stress Fest

Event Date: 
Wednesday, April 2, 2025 - 11:00am to 2:00pm EDT
Event Location: 
Simcoe Hall
Event Contact Name: 
Brooke Andrews
Event Contact Phone: 
(705) 330-4010 ext. 2116
Event Contact E-mail: 

- This is the rescheduled event time -

Take a well-deserved break before exams at De-Stress Fest! Hosted by Student Health and Wellness in partnership with Student Success, this event is all about helping you recharge with fun and relaxing activities. Drop by to unwind, connect, and take a moment for yourself before the busy exam season. There will be cookie decorating, warm beverages, affirmation bracelets, games, colouring, and mental health resources to help support feelings of stress and anxiety. We look forward to seeing you there! 

 

(OR) CANCELLED - Transgender Day of Visibility

Event Date: 
Monday, March 31, 2025 - 1:30pm to 3:30pm EDT
Event Location: 
Simcoe Hall
Event Contact Name: 
Brooke Andrews
Event Contact Phone: 
(705) 330-4010 ext. 2116
Event Contact E-mail: 

- This event has been cancelled due to weather - 

Transgender Day of Visibility (TDOV) is an annual event dedicated to celebrating the resilience, achievements, and contributions of transgender and non-binary people worldwide. Observed on March 31st, TDOV raises awareness of the challenges trans individuals face while promoting inclusion, equality, and support. 

This day is an opportunity for allies to show solidarity, amplify trans voices, and advocate for policies that protect and uplift the trans community. Through storytelling, education, and community events, TDOV fosters a more inclusive society where everyone can live authentically and with dignity. 

Join Student Health & Wellness to make your own pronoun pins and learn about gender-affirming health services. 

 

(OR) safeTALK

Event Date: 
Tuesday, May 6, 2025 - 1:00pm to 4:30pm EDT
Event Location: 
OA 2014
Event Contact Name: 
Sara Corcoran
Event Contact E-mail: 

In recognition of CMHA Mental Health WeekStudent Health and Wellness is offering safeTALK to all Lakehead students, faculty and staff.

safeTALK is an 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.

Participants will receive a certificate of completion, registration is required.

Registration is required, space is limited. Register here

Open to students, faculty, and staff!

(OR) Stay in the Game: Responsible Gambling

Event Date: 
Thursday, March 20, 2025 - 1:00pm to 3:00pm EDT
Event Location: 
Simcoe Hall
Event Contact Name: 
Sara Corcoran
Event Contact E-mail: 

Think you know the odds? Test your sports betting knowledge with fun trivia, score expert tips on responsible gambling, and learn about resources to help you stay in control. Plus, free giveaways just for participating! Whether you're filling out a bracket or just enjoying the madness, make sure you're making informed choices.

This event is supported by the Responsible Gambling Council. Play smart, stay sharp, and keep the game fun!

(OR) Build-A-Bowl

Event Date: 
Thursday, March 27, 2025 - 12:00pm to 1:30pm EDT
Event Location: 
OA 2010
Event Contact Name: 
Sara Corcoran
Event Contact Phone: 
(705) 330-4010 ext. 2116
Event Contact E-mail: 

Join Student Health and Wellness for a nutrition lunch and learn. You will build your own power bowl and learn about healthy eating strategies with limited time and budget. 

Please sign up here! Drop-ins will be accommodated where possible.

This event was made possible by donations from Alumni & Friends through Lakehead's Food Security Committee.

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