Fall 2024
Animal Therapy
Meet our wonderful Handlers and Dogs, trained to provide you with comfort and stress relief. A Hub Peer Supporter will also be present to answer any questions you may have about the Student Wellness Hub and its services and to provide peer support and health navigation. Meet us in the Healthy Living Annex-Suite 3100 weekly on Monday & Thursday between 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Please register 24 hours before the start of the event.
Schedule & Registration-Downtown Campus
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August 26 |
Register | August 29 | Register |
| September 9 | Register | September 5 | Register |
| September 16 | Register | September 12 | Register |
| September 23 | Register | September 19 | Register |
| September 30 | Register | September 26 | Register |
| October 7 | Cancelled | October 3 | Register |
| October 21 | Register | October 10 | Register |
| October 28 | Register | October 17 | Register |
| November 4 | Register | October 24 | Register |
| November 11 | Register | October 31 | Register |
| November 18 | Register | November 7 | Register |
| November 25 | Register | November 14 | Register |
| December 2 | Register | November 21 | Register |
| December 9 | Register | November 28 | Register |
| December 16 | Register | December 5 | Register |
| Thursday December 12 | Register | Thursday December 19 | Register |
Animal Therapy at Mac Campus
Come meet our wonderful Handlers and Dogs who are trained in providing you with comfort and stress relief. A Hub Peer Supporter will also be present to answer any questions you may have about the Student Wellness Hub and its services and to provide peer support and health navigation.
Please register 24 hours prior to the start of the event.
Meet us in the Centennial Centre Lobby on Wednesdays from 12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Schedule & Registration Macdonald Campus
| September 4 | Register |
| September 11 | Register |
| September 18 | Register |
| September 25 | Register |
| October 2 | Register |
| October 9 | Register |
| October 16 | Register |
| October 23 | Register |
| October 30 | Register |
| November 6 | Register |
| November 13 | Register |
| November 20 | Register |
| November 27 | Register |
| December 4 | Register |
| December 11 | Register |
| December 18 | Register |
Art Hive Open Studio
The McGill Art Hive is a space devoted to making art and community, located within the Healthy Living Annex at the Student Wellness Hub.
We offer creative experiences to foster a sense of togetherness along with individual well-being.
Participation requires no art background or experience.
Various art supplies are at your disposal to be creative.
The Art Hive affords members of the McGill community the opportunity to step out of their daily challenges, spend time in a very different place, and return to their work feeling more relaxed and focused. We at the Art Hive believe it is important to be mindful of the need to disconnect from stress and to reconnect with others. This initiative is being offered weekly on Wednesday & Friday from 10:30AM - 1:00PM. Note that the Art Hive on October 4th will be taking place inside the Residence Life office at 3465 Durocher. This session is for students living in residence.
Please register 24 hours prior to the start of the workshop.
Facilitator: Kiki Yelle
Schedule & Registration
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| September 4 | Register | September 6 | Register |
| September 11 | Register | September 13 | Register |
| September 18 | Register | September 20 | Register |
| September 25 | Register | September 27 | Register |
| October 2 | Register | October 4 | Register |
| October 9 | Register | October 11 | Register |
| October 16 | Register | October 18 | Register |
| October 23 | Register | October 25 | Register |
Sport Hive @ Macdonald Campus
Come and join the Sport Hive at Mac Campus. In collaboration with the Student Wellness Hub, McGill Moves, and McGill Macdonald Campus Athletics & Recreation, the Sport Hive is a place to move and enjoy lawn and ball games. This event is to promote wellness through movement and to build a sense of community on campus.
We will provide balls and lawn games to make this enjoyable. A painting station will also be set up to let your creativity blossom while enjoying the September sun.
No experience or skills are required for the event. We encourage wearing comfortable clothing suited to moving.
Come along with your friends and classmates!
Please register 24 hours prior to the start of the event.
Facilitator: Kiki Yelle
Schedule & Registration
| Tuesday, September 24 | 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. | Centennial Centre | Register |
Art Hive Halloween Theme
With Halloween at our doorstep, The Student Wellness Hub is hosting a special Halloween Art Hive. Our Halloween-themed art hive is a mystical space where the spirit of the season comes alive through art. We will be decorating pumpkins for the occasion; this is the place create something truly spook-tacular.
Participation requires no art background or experience.
Various art supplies are at your disposal to be creative.
Please register 24 hours prior to the start of the event.
Facilitator: Kiki Yelle
Schedule & Registration
| Wednesday, October 30 | 10:30 AM - 1:30 PM | Brown Room 3100 | Register |
Art Hive at Mac Campus Halloween Theme
With Halloween at our doorstep, The Student Wellness Hub is hosting a special Halloween Art Hive at Mac. Our Halloween-themed art hive is a mystical space where the spirit of the season comes alive through art. We will be decoration pumpkins for the occasion, this is the place create something truly spook-tacular.
Participation requires no art background or experience.
Various art supplies are at your disposal to be creative.
Please register 24 hours prior to the start of the event.
Facilitator: Kiki Yelle
Schedule & Registration
| Tuesday, October 29 | 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM | Centennial Centre | Register |
Active Listening
Interested in improving your communication skills? Join us for this workshop to develop an understanding of what active listening consists of and how it can be practiced. This workshop will focus on defining what active listening is and isn't, explaining why active listening is both important and useful, and practicing active listening.
Please register 24 hours before the start time of the workshop.
Facilitators: Marie-Eve Couture & Angela Ahenkorah
Schedule & Registration
| Wednesday, October 2 | 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM | Online | Register |
| Wednesday, November 13 | 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM | Online | Register |
CBT for Anxiety & Depression
This 90-minute workshop consisting of two sessions will introduce students to a variety of cognitive-behavioral therapy techniques to help manage anxiety and mood, including
strategies for relaxation, managing stress, and achieving more balanced thinking. Please plan on attending both dates. Please register 24 hours before the start time of the workshop to receive the invitation to the online meeting.
Facilitators: Susan Oliver, Marilyn Payne, Fatima Nabi & Nauveen Dubash
Schedule & Registration
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Tuesday, September 10 & 17 |
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM | Online | Register |
| Thursday, November 21 & 28 | 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM | Online | Register |
DBT Skills-Part 1 Wisemind
This workshop is Part 1 in a series of 4 short skill-based workshops designed to explore a skill from each of the 4 modules of Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT). Each workshop is designed to stand alone but participants are also invited to attend all 4.
Mindfulness is one of the foundational pillars of DBT. This workshop will describe the skill of WISEMIND and explore concrete strategies on how to apply this skill in everyday life.
Please register 24 hours prior to the start time of the workshop to receive the invitation to the online meeting.
Facilitators: Bianca Brunetti & Marie Eve Couture
Schedule & Registration
| Tuesday, October 22 | 11:15 AM - 12:00 PM | Online | Register |
DBT Skills-Part 2 Improve
This workshop is Part 2 in a series of 4 short skill-based workshops designed to explore a skill from each of the 4 modules of Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT). Each workshop is designed to stand alone but participants are also invited to attend all 4.
Distress Tolerance is a core skill that is useful in times of crisis. This workshop will explore the IMPROVE the Moment Skill to help reduce distress.
Please register 24 hours prior to the start time of the workshop to receive the invitation to the online meeting.
Facilitators: Bianca Brunetti & Marie Eve Couture
Schedule & Registration
| Tuesday, October 29 | 11:15 AM - 12:00 PM | Online | Register |
DBT Skills-Part 3 ABC Please
This workshop is Part 3 in a series of 4 short skill-based workshops designed to explore a skill from each of the 4 modules of Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT). Each workshop is designed to stand alone but participants are also invited to attend all 4.
Emotion regulation is a core skill that is useful in times of crisis. This workshop will explore the ABC PLEASE skill that helps us understand the importance of emotion regulation, reducing emotional vulnerability and assist us to create positive emotional experiences daily.
Please register 24 hours prior to the start time of the workshop to receive the invitation to the online meeting.
Facilitators: Bianca Brunetti & Marie Eve Couture
Schedule & Registration
| Tuesday, November 5 | 11:15 AM - 12:00 PM | Online | Register |
DBT Skills-Part 4 Dear Man
This workshop is Part 4 in a series of 4 short skill-based workshops designed to explore a skill from each of the 4 modules of Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT). Each workshop is designed to stand alone but participants are also invited to attend all 4.
This workshop will explore the DEAR MAN Skill to help improve interpersonal effectiveness. This skill can help you communicate assertively and develop strategies to communicate your needs, as well as be mindful of the needs of others.
Please register 24 hours prior to the start time of the workshop to receive the invitation to the online meeting.
Facilitators: Bianca Brunetti & Marie Eve Couture
Schedule & Registration
| Tuesday, November 12 | 11:15 AM - 12:00 PM | Online | Register |
Digital Wellbeing Initiative
Join the Digital Wellbeing Initiative, a dynamic 6-session group designed to cultivate mindfulness about screen time and its impacts. This group will offer practical strategies and insights to help you manage your digital consumption and enhance your overall wellbeing. Through engaging discussions and activities, you'll learn to create a balanced relationship with technology. Don't miss this opportunity to connect with peers and develop healthier digital habits!
Please register 24 hours prior to the start time of the workshop.
Facilitators: Marie-Eve Couture & Heleen Loohuis
Schedule & Registration
| Wednesday, September 25 | 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM | Brown Room 3100 | Register |
| Wednesday, October 9 | 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM | Brown Room 3100 | Register |
| Wednesday, October 23 | 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM | Brown Room 3100 | Register |
| Wednesday, November 6 | 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM | Brown Room 3100 | Register |
| Wednesday, November 20 | 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM | Brown Room 3100 | Register |
| Wednesday, December 4 | 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM | Brown Room 3100 | Register |
Distress Tolerance
Distress tolerance is a core skill that is useful in times of crisis. This 2-session workshop will teach you concrete skills such as radical acceptance, improving the moment, and self-soothing to better cope in challenging/stressful situations. Please plan on attending both dates October 30 & November 6.
Please register 24 hours before the start time of the workshop to receive the invitation to the online meeting.
Facilitators: Bianca Brunetti & Maga-Li Monteilhet-Labossiere
Schedule & Registration
| Wednesday, October 30 & November 6 | 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM | Online | Register |
Emotion Regulation
The goal of an emotion regulation workshop is to help participants develop and improve emotion regulation. By engaging in this two- session workshop, participants may: develop emotional awareness, develop understanding of negative emotions, learn to accept negative emotions, learn new strategies to lessen the intensity and duration of emotional responses, and learn to increase positive emotions and engage in activities that bring joy and satisfaction.
Note: This workshop consists of 2 sessions. Please plan on attending both dates:
Tuesday, November 5 & 12, 2024
Please register 24 hours prior to the start time of the workshop to receive the invitation to the online meeting.
Facilitators: Amanda Winslade-Defranco & Vincent Marzano
Schedule & Registration
| Tuesday, November 5 & 12 | 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM | Online | Register |
Fit Minds
This workshop is designed, above all, to offer you a joyful experience of exercise. It is designed having in mind the potential of physical activity and movement as a tool that can be useful in fitting the mind while also the body. We will cover themes such as mental fitness which will address emotional regulation, self-compassion, confidence and challenges we experience to become more physically active or keep it up once we have started.
If you are planning to start going to the gym, or playing a sport that is new to you, or restarting one that you did in the past and you have doubts, discomforts, or any kind of worry of the types of 'if's' and 'what if's', then this workshop is for you, also.
This workshop consists of five, one-hour-and-a-half sessions. Each week we will start with a brief educational segment with discussion, followed by an exercise routine, and will end with a short debriefing reflection and open exchange. Please plan on attending all 5 sessions. Finally, this workshop is inclusive and open to all students with all levels of fitness, because it is more about having fun and getting our minds fit.
Please register 24 hours prior to the start of the event.
Facilitators: Kiki Yelle & Romeo Bidar
Schedule & Registration
| Wednesday, September 25 | 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM | Currie Gym G-17 | Register |
| Wednesday, October 2 | 12:00 PM - 1:30 P | Currie Gym G-17 | Register |
| Wednesday, October 9 | 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM | Currie Gym G-17 | Register |
| Wednesday, October 23 | 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM | Currie Gym G-17 | Register |
| Wednesday, October 30 | 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM | Currie Gym G-17 | Register |
The Foundation Series for First Year Arts Students
The Foundation Series is a series of 4 short skill-based workshops for academic success with a particular focus on mental health and well-being. Come ask your questions, learn new skills, and find out what resources are available to students. Each session is 45 minutes.
The Foundation Series Part 1: Skills for Time Management
Having difficulty managing your time? Are your academic and social commitments out of balance? Would you like to use your time more effectively AND enjoy your down time more fully? Come set your intentions, boost your motivation, troubleshoot challenges, and (mostly importantly) take the pressure off!
This workshop is Part 1 in a series of 4 short skill-based workshops designed to explore a skill for first year success. Each workshop is designed to stand alone but participants are encouraged to attend all 4.
Open to First Year students in the Faculty of Arts
Please register 24 hours prior to the start time of the workshop to receive the invitation to the online meeting.
Facilitator: Bianca Brunetti
Schedule & Registration
| Thursday, September 19 | 3:00 PM - 3:45 PM | TBD | Register |
The Foundation Series Part 2: Skills for Strategic Procrastination
Having difficulty getting started? Do you find yourself putting off tasks? This workshop will help you learn strategies to reduce procrastination and increase productivity.
This workshop is Part 2 in a series of 4 short skill-based workshops designed to explore a skill for first year success. Each workshop is designed to stand alone but participants are encouraged to attend all 4.
Open to First Year students in the Faculty of Arts
Please register 24 hours prior to the start time of the workshop to receive the invitation to the online meeting.
Schedule & Registration
| Thursday, September 26 | 3:00 PM - 3:45 PM | TBD | Register |
The Foundation Series Part 3: Skills for Managing Test Anxiety
Interested in learning how to cope more effectively with the stress and anxiety of tests? Join this workshop to acquire the skills to better manage test anxiety and feel comfortable utilizing these skills when needed. This workshop will focus on recognizing signs of test anxiety, applying techniques to manage test anxiety, and identifying steps you can take before, during, and after tests to reduce anxiety.
This workshop is Part 3 in a series of 4 short skill-based workshops designed to explore a skill for first year success. Each workshop is designed to stand alone but participants are encouraged to attend all 4.
Open to First Year students in the Faculty of Arts
Please register 24 hours prior to the start time of the workshop to receive the invitation to the online meeting.
Schedule & Registration
| Thursday, October 10 | 3:00 PM - 3:45 PM | TBD | Register |
The Foundation Series Part 4: Skills for Building Atomic Habits
Based on the work of James Clear, Atomic Habits are small, repetitive actions that require little effort or motivation to carry out but lead to big changes in our everyday life. Come learn about the 1% improvement rule, and how to create good habits contributing to academic and personal success.
This workshop is Part 4 in a series of 4 short skill-based workshops designed to explore a skill for first year success. Each workshop is designed to stand alone but participants are encouraged to attend all 4.
Open to First Year students in the Faculty of Arts
Please register 24 hours prior to the start time of the workshop to receive the invitation to the online meeting.
Schedule & Registration
| Thursday, October 24 | 3:00 PM - 3:45 PM | TBD | Register |
Getting Sound Sleep
This 2-part workshop is intended for students who have difficulty falling or staying asleep at night due to anxiety or low mood, and who face difficulty during the day due to poor sleep. Topics covered will include a guided discussion on the structure and function of sleep, sleep regulation, insomnia and its causes, and strategies to improve sleep quality. This workshop consists of 2 sessions. Please plan on attending both dates.
Please register 24 hours before the start time of the workshop to receive the invitation to the online meeting.
Facilitators: Virginie Yeba & Heleen Loohuis
Schedule & Registration
| Tuesday, October 15 & 22 | 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM | Online | Register |
Gentle Yoga For Stress Relief
All levels are welcome. Yoga mats provided. Please register 24 hours before the start of the workshop.
Facilitator: Jodi Proctor
Schedule & Registration
| Friday, October 11 | 12:00 PM - 12:45 PM | Brown Room 5001 | Register |
| Friday, October 18 | 12:00 PM - 12:45 PM | Brown Room 5001 | Register |
| Friday, October 25 | 12:00 PM - 12:45 PM | Brown Room 5001 | Register |
| Friday, November 1 | 12:00 PM - 12:45 PM | Brown Room 5001 | Register |
| Friday, November 8 | 12:00 PM - 12:45 PM | Brown Room 5001 | Register |
| Friday, November 15 | 12:00 PM - 12:45 PM | Brown Room 5001 | Register |
| Friday, November 22 | 12:00 PM - 12:45PM | Brown Room 5001 | Register |
| Friday, November 29 | 12:00 PM - 12:45 PM | Brown Room 5001 | Register |
Healing Together: Empowering Jewish Students and Navigating Trauma
Coinciding with the grim anniversary of October 7th, this 3-part workshop series will provide Jewish students with a safe, supportive environment to explore and process the unique impact of intergenerational trauma, particularly as it relates to the steep rise of antisemitism and the current Jewish experience. Each workshop will include elements of psychoeducation, group discussion, and exercises aimed at fostering self-awareness, connection, and empowerment. While each workshop will stand alone, they will also build upon each other to provide a deeper understanding of the relationship between trauma, the nervous system, and empowerment. Please feel free to register for one or all sessions. Kindly register 24 hours prior to the start of the support group.
This support group is facilitated by Dr. Tamara Soles, a psychologist and founder of The Secure Child Center for Families and Children in Montreal, QC. She is a frequent guest lecturer and sought-after mental health speaker. Dr. Soles has been a trainer and mental health consultant to numerous academic institutions at all levels including universities such as McGill University and UCLA. She obtained her doctoral degree at McGill University, where she subsequently served as a lecturer and clinical supervisor.
Schedule & Registration
| Tuesday, October 8 | 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. | Online | Register |
| Tuesday, October 29 | 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. | Online | Register |
| Wednesday, November 13 | 12:00 P.M. - 1:00 P.M. | To be confimed | Register |
Imposter Syndrome for Grad Students in Medicine & Health Sciences
Do you feel like you were admitted to your program by accident and you might be uncovered as a fraud? Do find yourself comparing your achievements to others in your program and feeling “behind” despite your success? Do you fear asking questions or speaking up because you worry that you might say something wrong? You may be experiencing Imposter Syndrome which is a common experience in graduate school. This workshop will discuss what Imposter Syndrome is, where it comes from, and how to address it in practical ways. Please join us to learn more about this topic and how you can recognize when this is happening to you, and how to take action in your own life.
Please register 24 hours prior to the start time of the workshop to receive the invitation to the online meeting.
Facilitator: Leah Dolgoy
Schedule & Registration
| Thursday, October 17 | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | Royal Vic Glen Site | Register |
| Wednesday, November 13 | 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM | Online | Register |
Interpersonal Effectiveness
This workshop focuses on skills that will help students to improve interpersonal relationships by setting effective boundaries, being able to communicate their interpersonal needs, all the while cultivating stable relationships and respecting themselves and others. Note: This workshop consists of two session, please plan on attending both dates.
Session 1: Thursday, September 26, 2024 from 2:00pm to 3:30pm
Session 2: Thursday October 3, 2024 from 2:00pm to 3:30pm
Please register 24 hours prior to the start time of the workshop to receive the invitation to the online meeting.
| Thursday September 26 & October 3 | 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM | Online Workshop | Register |
Let's Get Started for Students in the Faculty of Arts & Science
One of the best ways to build motivation is by getting started. Start your week strong by joining a 30-minute "plan your week" session on Monday mornings. It is an opportunity to set your intentions, boost motivation, troubleshoot challenges, and connect with other Arts and Science students. Co-facilitated by your Local Wellness Advisors in Arts and Science, Bianca and Fanny.
Please register 24 hours prior to the start time of the workshop to receive the invitation to the online meeting.
Facilitators: Bianca Brunetti & Kiki Yelle
Schedule & Registration
| Monday, August 26 | 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM | Online | cancelled |
| Monday, September 9 | 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM | Online | Register |
| Monday, September 16 | 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM | Online | Register |
| Monday, September 23 | 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM | Online | Register |
| Monday, September 30 | 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM | Online | Register |
| Monday, October 7 | 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM | Online | Register |
| Monday, October 21 | 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM | Online | Register |
| Monday, October 28 | 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM | Online | Register |
| Monday, November 4 | 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM | Online | Register |
| Monday, November 11 | 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM | Online | Register |
| Monday, November 18 | 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM | Online | Register |
| Monday, November 25 | 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM | Online | Register |
| Monday, December 2 | 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM | Online | Register |
| Monday, December 9 | 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM | Online | Register |
| Monday, December 16 | 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM | Online | Register |
Mac Campus - The Foundation Series
Having difficulty managing your time? Are your academic and social commitments out of balance? Would you like to use your time more effectively AND enjoy your down time more fully? Come set your intentions, boost your motivation, troubleshoot challenges, and (mostly importantly) take the pressure off!
By participating in this workshop, attendees learn to recognize the importance of setting and organizing priorities, identify common obstacles to productivity, and apply strategies to manage their time effectively. This workshop includes a series of 4 short skill-based workshops designed to explore a skill for first year success.
Facilitator: Shannon Walsh
Part 1 - Skills for Time Management
Open to First Year students at MacDonald Campus
Having difficulty managing your time? Are your academic and social commitments out of balance? Would you like to use your time more effectively AND enjoy your down time more fully? Come set your intentions, boost your motivation, troubleshoot challenges, and (mostly importantly) take the pressure off!
| Monday, September 9 | 11:30 AM - 12:15 PM | Faculty Lounge MS2-022 | Register |
Part 2 - Skills for Strategic Procrastination
Open to First Year students at MacDonald Campus
Having difficulty getting started? Do you find yourself putting off tasks? This workshop will help you learn strategies to reduce procrastination and increase productivity.
| Monday, September 23 | 11:30 AM - 12:15 PM | Faculty Lounge MS2-022 | Register |
Part 3 - Skills for Managing Test Anxiety
Open to First Year students at MacDonald Campus
Interested in learning how to cope more effectively with the stress and anxiety of tests? Join this workshop to acquire the skills to better manage test anxiety and feel comfortable utilizing these skills when needed. This workshop will focus on recognizing signs of test anxiety, applying techniques to manage test anxiety, and identifying steps you can take before, during, and after tests to reduce anxiety.
| Monday, October 7 | 11:30 AM - 12:15 PM | Online | Register |
Part 4 - Skills for Building Atomic Habits
Open to First Year students at MacDonald Campus
Based on the work of James Clear, Atomic Habits are small, repetitive actions that require little effort or motivation to carry out but lead to big changes in our everyday life. Come learn about the 1% improvement rule, and how to create good habits contributing to academic and personal success.
| Monday, October 21 | 11:30 AM - 12:15 PM | Faculty Lounge MS2-022 | Register |
Mac Campus Grad Support Group
Do you find it challenging to balance your academics with other aspects of your life? Do you sometimes feel isolated? Do you at times struggle to retain your focus and motivation? Join the Mac Grad support group for ideas, encouragement, and a sense of connectedness. Students welcome to bring their lunch.
Facilitators: Shannon Walsh, Local Wellness Advisor Macdonald Campus, & Julia Horowitz, Psychotherapist Macdonald Campus.
Please register 24 hours prior to the start time of the group.
Schedule & Registration
| Thursday, September 5 | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | Centennial Centre MS2-084 | Register |
| Thursday, September 19 | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | Centennial Centre MS2-084 | Register |
| Thursday, October 3 | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | Centennial Centre MS2-084 | Register |
| Thursday, October 17 | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | Centennial Centre MS2-084 | Register |
| Thursday, October 31 | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | Centennial Centre MS2-084 | Register |
| Thursday, November 14 | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | Centennial Centre MS2-084 | Register |
| Thursday, November 28 | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | Centennial Centre MS2-022 | Register |
| Thursday, December 12 | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | Centennial Centre MS2-084 | Register |
Mastering your Master's
Do you find it challenging to balance your academics with other aspects of your life? Do you sometimes feel isolated from others in your program? Do you at times struggle to retain your focus and motivation? Join this support group for ideas, encouragement, and a sense of connectedness.
Please register 24 hours prior to the start time of the group to receive the invitation to the online meeting.
Facilitators: Devon Simpson & Fanny Gutierrez-Meyers
Schedule & Registration
| Thursday, September 5 | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | Online | Register |
| Thursday, September 19 | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | Online | Register |
| Thursday, October 3 | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | Online | Register |
| Thursday, October 17 | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | Online | Register |
| Thursday, October 31 | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | Online | Register |
| Thursday, November 14 | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | Online | Register |
| Thursday, November 28 | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | Online | Register |
| Thursday, December 12 | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | Online | Register |
Managing Stress in Uncertain Times
Do you have difficulty coping in these uncertain times? Feel you lack a sense of personal control in your life? Do you struggle? In this workshop you will learn coping skills and mindfulness to help you manage anxiety and stress.
Please register 24 hours prior to the start time of the group to receive the invitation to the online meeting.
Facilitators: Heleen Loohuis & Shrabani Debroy
Schedule & Registration
| Wednesday, September 18 | 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM | Online | Register |
| Wednesday, October 30 | 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM | Online | Register |
Meditation
Join us for an introductory meditation workshop designed for beginners, where you can attend one session or all! Discover the transformative benefits of meditation, such as enhanced focus, reduced stress, and improved emotional well-being. No prior meditation experience is necessary – this workshop is perfect for anyone looking to explore meditation in a supportive environment.
Open to McGill students, this workshop offers a welcoming space to begin or deepen your meditation practice. The meditation style taught in these sessions is based on the Sivananda yoga tradition as taught by Swami Saradananda. Each session will include instructions for establishing a comfortable seated position, mudras (hand gestures), and brief pranayama (breathing exercises) in preparation for meditations ranging from 10 to 15 minutes in length.
Due to limited space, please register 24 hours prior to the start of the workshop.
Facilitator: Mira Rozenberg
Schedule & Registration
| Wednesday, September 11 | 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM | Brown Room 3100 | Register |
| Wednesday, September 18 | 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM | Brown Room 3100 | Register |
| Wednesday, September 25 | 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM | Brown Room 3100 | Register |
| Wednesday, October 2 | 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM | Brown Room 3100 | Register |
| Wednesday, October 9 | 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM | Brown Room 3100 | Cancelled |
| Wednesday, October 16 | 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM | Brown Room 3100 | Register |
| Wednesday, October 23 | 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM | Brown Room 3100 | Register |
| Wednesday, October 30 | 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM | Brown Room 3100 | Register |
Mindfulness & Self Compassion
Mindfulness and self-compassion focus on accepting our experiences and being kind to ourselves, especially when we are feeling down or stressed. Research has supported that mindfulness and self-compassion are linked to increases in one’s overall wellbeing. This group is intended for students who are thinking about slowing down, being more mindful, and less critical of themselves- but do not know how to! Some prior experience with meditation would be beneficial but not mandatory.
Please register 24 hours prior to the start time of the workshop to receive the invitation to the online meeting.
Facilitators: Maya Michel & Jaimie Dimopoulos
Schedule & Registration
| Monday, September 30 | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM | Online | Register |
Navigating Wellness
Unsure of where to start? No need to wait to see an Access Advisor one-on-one! Join Access Advisors, Monique, Connie & Kiki, to get started on your wellness planning. In this workshop you will learn about what resources are available to you on and off-campus and how you can access the ones that are right for you.
Please register 24 hours prior to the start time of the workshop to receive the invitation to the online meeting.
Facilitator: Connie Lee
Schedule & Registration
| Thursday, August 15 | 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM | Online | Register |
| Thursday, September 5 | 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM | Online | Register |
| Thursday, September 19 | 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM | Online | Register |
| Thursday, September 26 | 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM | Online | Register |
| Thursday, October 3 | 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM | Online | Register |
Neurodivergent Students Support Group
IMPORTANT: Please read the description below before signing up for this group. If you are on the waitlist, an administrator will contact you to confirm whether you can attend.
This is a support group for neurodivergent students who are seeking support to navigate alternative learning methods and develop the confidence and communication skills to help navigate interpersonal relationships, including interactions with professors & teaching/academic aides. Neurodivergent students include, for instance, students who believe they may fall within the spectrum of neurodiverse learning styles such as having attention deficits, hyperactivity, hyperfocus, learning disabilities, or being on the autism spectrum. Participants of this group will have the opportunity to share mutual experiences, challenges, and tips on navigating academic and personal wellness at McGill.
*Please note that we will NOT be offering assessments or diagnoses for ADHD/ADD/ASD/LDs.
GROUP FORMAT:
Participants will meet weekly on Wednesdays for 9 weeks. Group size is limited to 8 participants for the 9 week period.
Each 50-minute session (11:00AM to 11:50AM) will begin with a check-in, then move on to a discussion around the theme of the day, and will finish with time for questions and identifying key takeaways from the session.
Each week will focus on a different theme:
Session 1 September 25th: Introductions, ground rules, expectations, goals, the meaning of neurodivergence to each, and sharing stories.
Session 2 October 2: Navigating academic life, the educational system, residence, and Montreal
Session 3 October 9: Stress management, resources, when to ask for help
October 16: Reading week. No group session.
Session 4 October 23: "Adulting" and transitions
Session 5 October 30: Relationships, connection, sexuality
Session 6 November 6: Relationships cont’d
Session 7 November 13: Diagnosis, medication, management
Session 8 November 20: Strengths, creativity
Session 9 November 27: Wrap up and feedback from participants
Facilitator: Fatima Nabi
Schedule & Registration
| Wednesday, September 25 | 11:00 AM - 11:50 AM | Brown Room 3100 | Register |
PhD Support Group
Do you find it challenging to balance life and academics? Do you feel disconnected from others in your program? Do you sometimes struggle to retain your focus and direction? Join our group for ideas, encouragement, motivation and a sense of connectedness. Students may attend one or all sessions.
Please register at least 24 hours prior to the start of a session in order to receive the invitation for the online meeting.
Facilitators: Devon Simpson & Shannon Walsh
Schedule & Registration
| Wednesday, September 11 | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | Thomson House | Register |
| Wednesday, September 25 | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | Thomson House | Register |
| Wednesday, October 9 | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | Thomson House | Register |
| Wednesday, October 23 | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | Thomson House | Register |
| Wednesday, November 6 | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | Thomson House | Register |
| Wednesday, November 20 | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | To be confirmed | Register |
| Wednesday, December 4 | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | Thomson House | Register |
Queer Button Making
Please join the Student Wellness Hub for Queer Button-making as part of McGill's Queer History Month!
Design and make buttons to show your pride! Connect with other 2SLGBTQIA+ community members. Meet members of the Hub's Pride Team. Get to know the Student Wellness Hub's wide offering of programming and services.
This is a closed event for students who self-identify as members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ to help create a safe(r) space for students to meet the Wellness Hub team, learn about our services and supports, and make some buttons to show their pride!
All materials for button making will be provided. There will also be vegan snacks on offer.
Facilitators: Vincent Marzano & the Hub Peer Supporters
Schedule & Registration
| Tuesday, October 8 | 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. | Brown 3100 | Register |
Sport Hive at Mac Campus
Come and join the Sport Hive at Mac Campus. In collaboration with the Student Wellness Hub. Mcgill Moves, and McGill MacDonalds Athletics, the Sport Hive is a place to move and enjoy lawn and ball games. This event is to promote wellness trough movement and to build a sense of community on campus.
We will be providing of balls and lawn games to make this enjoyable. A painting station will be set as well to let your creativity be while enjoying the September sun.
No experience or skills are required for the event. We encourage wearing comfortable and adapted clothing for moving.
Come along with your friends and classmates!
Please register 24 hours prior to the start of the event.
Facilitator: Kiki Yelle
Schedule & Registration
| Tuesday, September 24 | 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM | Centennial Centre | Register |
The Science of Happiness
Do you want to learn ways to become a happier person? Come learn about the science of happiness and discover how you can cultivate a positive mindset by taking in the good.
Please register 24 hours prior to the start time of the workshop to receive the invitation to the online meeting.
Facilitators: Shrabani Debroy & Leah Dolgoy
Schedule & Registration
| Friday, October 4 | 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM | Online | Register |
| Tuesday, November 26 | 2:00PM - 3:30 PM | Online | Register |
Skills for Assertiveness
Do you find yourself saying yes to requests that you should really say no to? Do you have difficulty accepting constructive criticism? Do you have problems asking for what you want? Come and learn how to be assertive!
Note that this is a 2 session workshop. Please plan on attending both dates. Please register 24 hours prior to the start time of the workshop to receive the invitation to the online meeting.
Facilitator: Calli Armstrong
Schedule & Registration
| Wednesday, October 2 & 9 | 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM | Online | Register |
| Tuesday, November 19 & 26 | 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM | Online | Register |
Skills for Coping with Perfectionism
Do you constantly criticize yourself? Do you feel your efforts are never good enough? Do you set unrealistic standards? Join this group to discuss the role perfectionism plays in your life and develop tools for overcoming it.
This workshop consists of two sessions. Please plan on attending both dates. Please register 24 hours prior to the start time of the workshop to receive the invitation to the online meeting.
Facilitators: Maga-Li Monteilhet-Labossiere & Branko Kajzer
Schedule & Registration
| Thursday October 17 & 24 | 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM | Online | Register |
Skills for Healthier Relationships
Are you currently experiencing difficulties in your romantic relationships? The Skills for Healthier Relationships Workshop will help you understand behaviors and patterns in romantic relationships and develop effective strategies so that you can find compatible partners or improve your existing relationships.
Objectives:
- Understand the difference between healthy, unhealthy, and abusive relationship behaviours.
- Identify your attachment style and how this influences your romantic relationships.
- Learn strategies to change behavioural patterns to have more satisfying relationships.
Please register 24 hours prior to the start time of the workshop to receive the invitation to the online meeting.
Facilitators: Amanda Winslade-Defranco & Julia Horowitz
Schedule & Registration
| Wednesday, October 16 | 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM | Online | Register |
| Wednesday, November 6 | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM | Online | Register |
Skills for Managing Exam Anxiety
Interested in learning how to cope more effectively with the stress and anxiety of exams? Join this workshop to acquire the skills to better manage exam anxiety and feel comfortable utilizing these skills when needed. This workshop will focus on recognizing signs of exam anxiety, applying techniques to manage exam anxiety, and identifying steps you can take before, during, and after exams to reduce anxiety.
Please register 24 hours prior to the start time of the workshop to receive the invitation to the online meeting.
Facilitators: Melissa Cobbler & Virginie Yeba
Schedule & Registration
| Tuesday, October 22 |
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM |
Online | Register |
| Tuesday, November 26 | 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM | Online | Register |
Skills for Managing Anxiety & Stress
Do you have difficulty coping with stress? Feel you lack a sense of personal control in your life? Do you struggle with setting goals and problem-solving? Join this workshop to acquire the skills to effectively cope with stress and feel comfortable utilizing these skills when needed. This 2 session workshop will focus on discovering the effects of stress on the body, discussing and practicing skills for managing stress, and creating individual action plans.
This workshop consists of two sessions. Please plan on attending both dates. Please register 24 hours prior to the start time of the workshop to receive the invitation to the online meeting.
Facilitators: Connie Lee & Lisa Tomlinson
Schedule & Registration
| Monday, November 11 & 18 | 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM | Online | Register |
Skills for Strategic Procrastination
Having difficulty getting started? Do you find yourself putting off tasks? Join this workshop to (1) develop an awareness of what is procrastination and how you procrastinate, (2) identify how procrastination works, and (3) discuss how to change "procrastination to "doing."
Please register 24 hours prior to the start time of the workshop to receive the invitation to the online meeting.
Facilitators: Margot Nossal & Fanny Gutierrez-Meyers
Schedule & Registration
| Tuesday, October 22 | 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM | Online | Register |
| Tuesday, November 26 | 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM | Online | Register |
Student Parent Support Group
Are you a student as well as a parent? Do you find it challenging to balance family and academic obligations? Do you feel disconnected from your peers? Join our group and connect with other student-parents to receive support, ideas, and encouragement. Registrants may attend any or all sessions.
Please register at least 24 hours prior to the start of a session in order to receive the access link.
Facilitators: Devon Simpson & Bianca Brunetti
Schedule & Registration
| Friday, September 13 | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | Online | Register |
| Friday, September 27 | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | Online | Cancelled |
| Friday, October 11 | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | Online | Register |
| Friday, October 25 | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | Online | Register |
| Friday, November 8 | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | Online | Register |
| Friday, November 22 | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | Online | Register |
| December 6 | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | Online | Register |
Turning Failure into Success
Interest in learning how to turn failure into success? This workshop will focus on defining failure, describing resilience, grit, and it's connection to emotional well-being, and identifying practical steps to build resilience, cope with failure and create change!
Please register 24 hours prior to the start time of the workshop to receive the invitation to the online meeting.
Facilitators: Connie Lee, Melissa A. Cobbler & Fanny Gutierrez-Meyers
Schedule & Registration
| Monday, October 21 | 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM | Online | Register |
| Tuesday, November 5 | 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM | Online | Register |
VR Experience
VR stands for Virtual Reality and is a new tool used in the mental health sphere to help relieve stress and calm nerves.
VR lets you step out of your current reality and into other environments like forests or underwater explorations. You can even try sculpting or meditation, right in the HLA! Book your session today!
Please register 24 hours prior to the start of the event.
Facilitated by the Hub Peer Supporters
Schedule & Registration
| Monday, September 23 | 10:45 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. | Brown Room 3100 | Register |
| Monday, September 23 | 11:30 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. | Brown Room 3100 | Register |
| Monday, September 23 | 12:15 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. | Brown Room 3100 | Register |
| Monday, October 21 | 10:45 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. | Brown Room 3100 | Register |
| Monday, October 21 | 11:30 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. | Brown Room 3100 | Register |
| Monday, October 21 | 12:15 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. | Brown Room 3100 | Register |
| Monday, November 18 | 10:45 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. | Brown Room 3100 | Register |
| Monday, November 18 | 11:30 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. | Brown Room 3100 | Register |
| Monday, November 18 | 12:15 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. | Brown Room 3100 | Register |
| Thursday, December 12 | 10:45 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. | Brown Room 3100 | Register |
| Thursday, December 12 | 11:30 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. | Brown Room 3100 | Register |
| Thursday, December 12 | 12:15 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. | Brown Room 3100 | Register |
| Thursday, December 12 | 1:00 p.m. - 1:45 p.m. | Brown Room 3100 | Register |
VR Experience @ Macdonald Campus
VR stands for Virtual Reality and is a new tool used in the mental health sphere to help relieve stress and calm nerves.
VR lets you step out of your current reality and into other environments like forests or underwater explorations. You can even try sculpting or meditation, right in the HLA! Book your session today!
Please register 24 hours prior to the start of the event.
Facilitated by the Hub Peer Supporters
Schedule & Registration
| Monday, September 30 | 4:00 p.m. - 4:45 p.m. | Centennial Centre | Register |
| Monday, September 30 | 4:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. | Centennial Centre | Register |
| Monday, September 30 | 5:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. | Centennial Centre | Register |
| Monday, October 7 | 4:00 p.m. - 4:45 p.m. | Centennial Centre | Cancelled |
| Monday, October 7 | 4:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. | Centennial Centre | Cancelled |
| Monday, October 7 | 5:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. | Centennial Centre | Cancelled |
| Monday, October 21 | 4:00 p.m. - 4:45 p.m. | Centennial Centre | Register |
| Monday, October 21 | 4:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. | Centennial Centre | Register |
| Monday, October 21 | 5:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. | Centennial Centre | Register |
| Monday, October 28 | 4:00 p.m. - 4:45 p.m. | Centennial Centre | Register |
| Monday, October 28 | 4:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. | Centennial Centre | Register |
| Monday, October 28 | 5:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. | Centennial Centre | Register |
| Monday, November 4 | 4:00 p.m. - 4:45 p.m. | Centennial Centre | Register |
| Monday, November 4 | 4:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. | Centennial Centre | Register |
| Monday, November 4 | 5:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. | Centennial Centre | Register |
| Monday, November 11 | 4:00 p.m. - 4:45 p.m. | Centennial Centre | Register |
| Monday, November 11 | 4:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. | Centennial Centre | Register |
| Monday, November 11 | 5:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. | Centennial Centre | Register |
| Monday, November 25 | 4:00 p.m. - 4:45 p.m. | Centennial Centre | Register |
| Monday, November 25 | 4:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. | Centennial Centre | Register |
| Monday, November 25 | 5:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. | Centennial Centre | Register |
Walks on Mount Royal
The McGill Wellness Hub is partnering with Athletics and Recreation to invite you for a leisure walk on the iconic Mount Royal! This free McGillMoves activity, led by Local Wellness Advisor, Kiki Yelle, will keep you moving while taking in the fresh air and admire the beautiful views of Montreal. Please note that in event of rain, the walk will be cancelled. Please register 2 hours prior to the walk.
Meeting point: McGill Sports Complex: 475 Pine Ave. W.
Please wear comfortable clothing and walking shoes! We look forward seeing you!
Schedule & Registration
| Thursday, September 12 | 12:00 PM | 475 Pine Ave. W. | Register |
| Thursday, September 26 | 12:00 PM | 475 Pine Ave. W. | Register |
| Thursday, October 24 | 12:00 PM | 475 Pine Ave. W. | Register |
| Thursday, November 7 | 12:00 PM | 475 Pine Ave. W. | Register |
| Thursday, November 21 | 12:00 PM | 475 Pine Ave. W. | Register |
Writing for Wellness-Writers Collective of Canada
Tap into your story and explore your voice in an environment of dignity, courage, and respect. No experience is required! Every workshop is unique.
Please register 24 hours prior to the start of the event.
Schedule & Registration
| Friday, October 4 | 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. | Brown Room 3100 | Register |
| Friday, November 8 | 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. | Brown Room 3100 | Register |
