The Peer Wellness Program offers a variety of drop-in Wellness themed workshops on topics related to harm reduction, physical health, population health, and mental health. These workshops are interactive, wellness focused, and designed by students for uOttawa students!
MasterSnack mystery box challenge: Wellness edition!
Between school, work, and other commitments, preparing healthy and balanced meals can feel complicated. We challenge you to compete in our Mystery Box Challenge and make cooking fun! Sign up with a team of fellow foodies or join solo and we will match you up.
Schedule:
Date and time | Location | Registration link |
January 11th, 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. | Jock Turcot - UCU 203 | Register! |
February 6th, 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. | Jock Turcot - UCU 203 | Register! |
March 21, 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. | Jock Turcot - UCU 205 | Register! |
April 2nd, 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. | Jock Turcot - UCU 203 | Register! |
Project (Sustainable) Runway
This workshop is for students looking to engage and learn about how to change the face of sustainable fashion! Get creative and learn how to recycle old clothes into new pieces in under an hour. Equipment and materials will be provided during the competition. Students are welcome to bring their own clothes from home or choose from the selection provided by uOttawa’s Free Store.
Schedule:
Date and time | Location | Registration link |
January 15th, 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. | Jock Turcot - UCU 203 | Register! |
January 30th, 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. | Jock Turcot - UCU 203 | Register! |
February 12th, 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. | Jock Turcot - UCU 203 | Register! |
February 27th, 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. | 90U, room 151 | Register! |
March 11th, 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. | Jock Turcot - UCU 203 | Register! |
March 26th, 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. | Jock Turcot - UCU 203 | Register! |
April 8th, 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. | Jock Turcot - UCU 203 | Register! |
Glow BINGO
It’s like bingo but make it Glow-in-the-Dark! The Peer Wellness Program invites you to learn about the principles of harm reduction in a supportive and fun environment. Wear your favourite white ‘fit to stand out from the crowd!
Schedule:
Date and time | Location | Registration link |
January 12th, 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. | Jock Turcot - UCU 203 | Register! |
February 5th, 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. | 90U room 151 | Register! |
March 4th, 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. | Jock Turcot - UCU 203 | Register! |
March 22nd, 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. | Jock Turcot - UCU 203 | Register! |
April 5th, 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. | Jock Turcot - UCU 203 | Register! |
Spill the tea
By playing a fun jeopardy style game, you can learn everything you’ve ever wondered about sexual and LGBTQIA+ health. There will often be a sexual health specialist from the Student Health and Wellness Centre to answer your burning questions! All of this over a steamy cup of tea!
Schedule:
Date and time | Location | Registration link |
January 18th, 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. | Jock Turcot - UCU 203 | Register! |
January 29th, 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. | 90U room 151 | Register! |
February 15th, 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. | Jock Turcot - UCU 203 | Register! |
February 26th, 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. | Jock Turcot - UCU 203 | Register! |
March 14th, 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. | Jock Turcot - UCU 203 | Register! |
March 25th, 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. | Jock Turcot - UCU 203 | Register! |
Crafting connections
Join us on your own or with friends at Crafting Connections where students will be invited to exercise their creativity while practicing mindfulness and chatting to other students or one of our Peer Helpers about different mental health topics! Each workshop will feature a different theme but don’t worry, no crafting skills are required, and finger painting is encouraged!
Schedule:
Date and time | Location | Registration link |
January 15th, 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. | Jock Turcot - UCU 203 | Register! |
January 31st, 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. | Jock Turcot - UCU 203 | Register! |
February 12th, 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. | Jock Turcot - UCU 203 | Register! |
February 28th, 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. | Jock Turcot - UCU 203 | Register! |
March 11th, 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. | Jock Turcot - UCU 203 | Register! |
March 27th, 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. | Jock Turcot - UCU 203 | Register! |
April 8th, 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. | Jock Turcot - UCU 203 | Register! |