- LocationAll Campus Locations
- DescriptionThanksgiving Statutory Holiday
More from Faculty and staff events
- Nov 59:00 AMThe Working Mind Training- EmployeeGain 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).Audience: Employees (Faculty and Staff)REGISTER FOR THE WORKING MIND TRAINING A 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
- Nov 71:00 PMEmployee Assistance Program Live Orientation - ManagersFeel 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
- Nov 1412:00 PMMENOPAUSE 101: Providing Education & Reducing the Stigma Around MenopauseStephanie 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
- Nov 199:00 AMsafeTALKDevelop 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
- Nov 211:00 PMEmployee Assistance Program Live Orientation - EmployeesFeel 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
- Dec 24 – Jan 2University Holiday ClosureUniversity Holiday Closure Tuesday, December 24, 2024 through Wednesday, January 1, 2025, inclusive. Business resumes Thursday, January 2, 2025.