Wellness events and workshops
The Peer Wellness Program offers a variety of Wellness themed workshops and events on topics related to harm reduction, physical health, population health, and mental health. These workshops and events are interactive, wellness focused, and designed by students for uOttawa students. They are programmed between September and March, every year.
Events
Sep 15
Trivia: Student wellness edition
Join us for a fun, interactive, game-based workshop where you can test your knowledge, discover valuable wellness resources and have fun at the same t…
Oct 1
Party safe
Party life can be part of the student experience. Join us for a fun, activity-based event to learn about safer partying, reducing risks and building s…
Oct 7
Time out for World Mental Health Day
Take a break on World Mental Health Day with the Student Wellness team and take part in fun, creative activities that support your mental wellness and…
Oct 21
Fall Wellness café
Join us at the Wellness Café for a welcoming space to connect with others, explore wellness resources and learn about the supports available for you d…
Jan 21
Trivia: Student wellness edition
Join us for a fun, interactive, game-based workshop where you can test your knowledge, discover valuable wellness resources and have fun at the same t…
Feb 3
Winter Wellness café
Join us at the Wellness Café for a welcoming space to connect with others, explore wellness resources and learn about the supports available for you d…
Sep 30
Menstrual health
Join us for an interactive workshop exploring menstruation, polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome (PMOS) and endometriosis. Gain knowledge, connect…
Nov 3
Lifestyle Workshop for PMOS and Endometriosis Management
Join this two-part workshop to explore practical, evidence-informed lifestyle strategies for managing symptoms of PMOS or endometriosis. Learn about n…
Nov 10
Lifestyle Workshop for PMOS and Endometriosis Management
Join this two-part workshop to explore practical, evidence-informed lifestyle strategies for managing symptoms of PMOS or endometriosis. Learn about n…
Nutrition and food support
Sep 29
Pantry Remix
Join us for Pantry Remix and learn how to turn three affordable, staple ingredients into three different, healthy meals. Pick your favourite, make it …
Oct 20
Energy Balls Roll Up
Midterm season is here, and finding time to eat well between study sessions can be a challenge. Take a quick break from the books and join us at the C…
Nov 3
Tasty Techniques cooking workshop
Cooking nutritious meals can feel challenging when you’re balancing school, work and social activities. Join us for Tasty Techniques, a fun, interacti…
Nov 25
Tasty Techniques cooking workshop in residence
Cooking nutritious meals can feel challenging when you’re balancing school, work and social activities. Join us for Tasty Techniques, a fun, interacti…
Jan 20
Pantry Remix
Join us for Pantry Remix and learn how to turn three affordable, staple ingredients into three different, healthy meals. Pick your favourite, make it …
Mar 3
Tasty Techniques cooking workshop
Cooking nutritious meals can feel challenging when you’re balancing school, work and social activities. Join us for Tasty Techniques, a fun, interacti…
Mar 16
Build your snack box
Feeling snacky this midterm season? Skip the expensive, pre-packaged options and join us to learn how to build your own budget-friendly, nutrient-pack…
Workshops
Students who participate in at least three wellness workshops during the 2026–2027 academic year, as verified by the signed attendance sheets, will be entered into a random prize draw for a chance to win one of two $100 President’s Choice gift cards.
Sep 23
Art for the Heart
Join us for Art for the Heart, a welcoming space to get creative, practise mindfulness and connect with fellow students. Bring a friend or come on you…
Oct 6
Sex Savvy Trivia
Join us for a fun, interactive trivia event with a side of safer sex education. Test your knowledge, learn something new and connect with fellow stude…
Oct 13
Glow bingo
Get ready for bingo with a glow-in-the-dark twist! Join the Peer Wellness Program for a fun, interactive event where you can play, connect with others…
Nov 17
Art for the Heart
Come hang out with our team at Art for the Heart. Bring some friends or arrive solo!…
Nov 19
Glow bingo
Get ready for bingo with a glow-in-the-dark twist! Join the Peer Wellness Program for a fun, interactive event where you can play, connect with others…
Jan 27
Art for the Heart
Join us for Art for the Heart, a welcoming space to get creative, practise mindfulness and connect with fellow students. Bring a friend or come on you…
Feb 4
Glow bingo
Get ready for bingo with a glow-in-the-dark twist! Join the Peer Wellness Program for a fun, interactive event where you can play, connect with others…
Feb 10
Sex Savvy Trivia
Join us for a fun, interactive trivia event with a side of safer sex education. Test your knowledge, learn something new and connect with fellow stude…
Mar 9
Art for the Heart
Join us for Art for the Heart, a welcoming space to get creative, practise mindfulness and connect with fellow students. Bring a friend or come on you…
Mar 11
Glow bingo
Get ready for bingo with a glow-in-the-dark twist! Join the Peer Wellness Program for a fun, interactive event where you can play, connect with others…
Events and workshops calendar
Contact us
Faculty and staff general inquiries
[email protected] for wellness support for students.
Contact information for a workplace absence, accommodation request, or ergonomic assessment