Gain knowledge to identify shifts in mental well-being in yourself and others while learning coping skills to manage stress. Increasing our awareness about mental health will help reduce stigma associated with mental illness. Participants will receive a certificate of completion from the Mental Health Commission of Canada (MHCC).REGISTER FOR THE WORKING MIND TRAININGA minimum of 8 participants to run a session. Participants will be notified if the session is cancelled due to low enrollment.For more information, please contact the Wellness at Work Team at wellnessatwork@ontariotechu.ca

Are you looking to enhance your teaching practice for the new semester? Join the Teaching and Learning Centre for our Fall workshop series! Register today to reserve your place!Workshop DescriptionPressbooks and H5P are tools for creating, managing and delivering interactive and open content. In this workshop, we will explore both tools and demonstrate how they can be used to create accessible, engaging learning experiences.Who Should Attend?While workshops are designed primarily for members of the University community engaged in teaching-related practices, other members of Ontario Tech may enroll in our workshops as part of their professional development.

Are you looking to enhance your teaching practice for the new semester? Join the Teaching and Learning Centre for our Fall workshop series! Register today to reserve your place!Workshop DescriptionStudent engagement is a key component of the instructional process, but it can be challenging in large classes. Join us as we discuss meaningful ways to promote and enhance student engagement in large classroom settings. Whether you are delivering in person, synchronously, or building an asynchronous online course, this workshop will provide tips, tricks, and strategies, as well as the opportunity to connect with others and share what has worked through personal experiences.Who Should Attend?While workshops are designed primarily for members of the University community engaged in teaching-related practices, other members of Ontario Tech may enroll in our workshops as part of their professional development.

Feel free to attend the EAP Live Orientation whether you are new to Ontario Tech or wanting to refresh your knowledge of the supports and services available through TELUS Health, our Employee Assistance Program. Virtual orientation sessions for managers will be held live on Zoom. Select the date within the Orientation Flyer that you would like to attend to register.For more information or questions, reach out to the Wellness at Work Team at wellnessatwork@ontariotechu.ca

Are you looking to enhance your teaching practice for the new semester? Join the Teaching and Learning Centre for our Fall workshop series! Register today to reserve your place!Workshop DescriptionIn this hands-on workshop, participants will develop authentic assessments that align with course objectives to promote deeper student engagement. Bring a syllabus and an open mind to reconsider what counts as evidence of learning.Who Should Attend?While workshops are designed primarily for members of the University community engaged in teaching-related practices, other members of Ontario Tech may enroll in our workshops as part of their professional development.

Stephanie and Megan - “The Menopause NPs” - are Nurse Practitioners working in primary care who provide care daily to women at midlife. Over their 10+ years of nursing experience, they have developed a passion for women’s health. Menopause is an area they became particularly interested in after seeing a large gap in the information they were taught on the topic and the desire for information from patients. They both took it upon themselves to become Certified Menopause Practitioners through The Menopause Society and are looking forward to sharing some of their knowledge with you. This presentation is intended to help reduce the workplace stigma surrounding menopause, validate the experiences of women going through this natural journey and open up more conversation through education.Learn about the differences between perimenopause, menopause & post-menopause.Determine what the signs & symptoms of menopause can include and how to identify if you are transitioning into menopause.Understand the impact of menopause in the workplace.Review treatment options available including; lifestyle, natural and prescribed medicationsDiscuss strategies on how to approach your provider with questions.Q&A periodTo learn more about Stephanie and Megan, visit their website at themenopausenps.caTarget Audience: All faculty and staffTo register, please see the MENOPAUSE 101 REGISTRATION FORM.For more information, reach out to the Wellness at Work Team at wellnessatwork@ontariotechu.ca

Are you looking to enhance your teaching practice for the new semester? Join the Teaching and Learning Centre for our Fall workshop series! Register today to reserve your place!Workshop DescriptionA trauma-informed approach to teaching takes into account students’ experiences and how their engagement in learning may be impacted by trauma. In this session we will discuss how our instruction can support students in these particularly trying times.Who Should Attend?While workshops are designed primarily for members of the University community engaged in teaching-related practices, other members of Ontario Tech may enroll in our workshops as part of their professional development.

Develop suicide alertness through in-depth skills to recognize signs of suicide, engage someone, and ensure a connection to safety. This session is facilitated by the Canadian Mental Health Association and participants will receive a certificate upon completion.To register, please see the safeTALK Registration Form.For more information, please contact the Wellness at Work Team at wellnessatwork@ontariotechu.ca

Are you looking to enhance your teaching practice for the new semester? Join the Teaching and Learning Centre for our Fall workshop series! Register today to reserve your place!Workshop DescriptionEngage with a variety of alternative grading methods such as contract grading, mastery grading, and upgrading. Learn about their practical applications in a variety of educational contexts and discuss the benefits and challenges for both instructors and students alike.Who Should Attend?While workshops are designed primarily for members of the University community engaged in teaching-related practices, other members of Ontario Tech may enroll in our workshops as part of their professional development.

Are you looking to enhance your teaching practice for the new semester? Join the Teaching and Learning Centre for our Fall workshop series! Register today to reserve your place!Workshop DescriptionIn this workshop, we will explore the intersection of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) with the open education movement, and examine the potential of open educational resources (OER) to address disparities in learner access.Who Should Attend?While workshops are designed primarily for members of the University community engaged in teaching-related practices, other members of Ontario Tech may enroll in our workshops as part of their professional development.

Feel free to attend the EAP Live Orientation whether you are new to Ontario Tech or wanting to refresh your knowledge of the supports and services available through TELUS Health, our Employee Assistance Program. Virtual orientation sessions for employees will be held live on Zoom. Select the date within the Orientation Flyer that you would like to attend to register.For more information or questions, reach out to the Wellness at Work Team at wellnessatwork@ontariotechu.ca