Thrive Week 2025

The ability to maintain a healthy quality of life allows us to get through our daily activities without undue fatigue or physical stress. This includes physical activity, nutrition, and self-care and involves preventative and proactive actions that take care of one’s physical body.

This includes awareness and management of feelings; a positive view of self, the world, and relationships; the ability to cope with stress; and maintenance of fulfilling relationships with others. It is the ability to understand ourselves and cope with the challenges life can bring. 

This encompasses the degree and quality of interactions with others, the community, and nature. It is the ability to relate to and connect with other people in our world. It is our ability to establish and maintain positive relationships with family, friends, and co-workers.

This recognizes our search for meaning and purpose in human existence. It involves possessing a set of guiding beliefs, principles, or values that help give direction to one's life. It is the ability to establish peace and harmony in our lives.

Through creative and stimulating mental activities, our minds can be exercised. This enables us to embrace new ideas and experiences that can be applied to personal decisions, group interaction, and community betterment. 

This is about trying to live in harmony with the earth by understanding the impact of our interaction with nature and our personal environment, and taking action to protect the world around us. It is the ability to positively impact the quality of our environment: our homes, our communities, or our planet.

This is the ability to gain personal fulfillment from our jobs or our chosen career fields while still maintaining balance in our lives. It involves using our gifts, skills, and talents to gain purpose, happiness, and enrichment in our lives.

Thrive Colouring Contest

All-week| Wellness Centre (1D24) | 

Channel your creativity through this nostalgic colouring contest! Print this UW inspired colouring page, created by Winnipeg based illustrator Sarah Neville. No printer? No problem! Drop by the Wellness Centre or Student Central to grab yours. Once you have completed your page, drop it off at the Wellness Centre (open 8:30-4:30pm, M-F) or email a photo to us at studentwellness@uwinnipeg.ca. Make sure to include your name and UW email address. There will be two winners of $50 UW Campus Store gift cards – one for the best page and another drawn at random. Every participant has a chance to win! Open to UW students only.

Event for: Staff and Students

Hosted by: Student Counselling Services

Kind Thoughts Board

All-week | Library – 4^th floor

If you need a little boost this week, visit the Kind Thoughts Board on the 4th floor of the Library to read positive notes left by other students, staff and faculty. Feel free to leave a kind message for future readers as well!

Event for: Staff and Students

Hosted by: Library

Thrive Wellness Bingo

All-week| Wellness Centre (1D24) | 

Pick up or download your bingo card. Cards will be available at the Wellness Centre and at the Wellness Fair (November 19 and 20). Follow the instructions and complete your card for a chance to win one of two wellness prize packs (valued around $100). Open to UW staff, faculty and students.

Hosted by: Student Counselling Services

Thrive Quiz – Day 1

All-day | Instagram Stories | @uwinnipegwellness

Test your knowledge of the 7 Dimensions of Wellness and wellness services available on campus. If you get all of the questions right, you will be entered into a dark for a $25 campus store gift card. Hint: Check out the Thrive Week and Wellness Centre webpages!

Event for: Staff and Students

Hosted by: Student Counselling Services

Knowing Yourself Workshop

11am-2pm | Drop-in| Wellness Centre (1D24)

This interactive workshop will help you discover your unique values, developing a deeper understanding of yourself and what matters to you. We will also discuss how to use your values to motivate, make decisions, and set goals. Snacks and journals will be provided.

Event for: Staff and Students

Hosted by: Student Counselling Services

Q&A with Dr. Bhullar (Naturopathic medicine)

12:30pm-1pm | Instagram Live | @uwinnipegwellness

Tune in as we learn about the basics of naturopathic medicine, including Dr. Bhullar’s assessment and treatment approach to common challenges faced by university staff and students.

Event for: Staff and Students

Hosted by: Student Counselling Services and Dr. Bhullar (profile - https://vianatural.ca/users/dr-jasmine-bhullar).

Thrive Quiz – Day 2

All-day | Instagram Stories | @uwinnipegwellness

Test your knowledge of the 7 Dimensions of Wellness and wellness services available on campus. If you get all of the questions right you will be entered into a dark for a $25 campus store gift card. Hint: Check out the Thrive Week and Wellness Centre webpages!

Event for: Staff and Students

Hosted by: Student Counselling Services

DIY Wellness Kits

11am-2pm | Drop-in | Wellness Centre (1D24)

Personalize your very own Wellness Kit! Start off by decorating your box and then select from a variety of wellness and self-care items to fill it with. All materials will be provided, while supplies last.

Event for: Students

Hosted by: Student Counselling Services

Discover Naturopathy

12-1pm | 1Ri50

Curious about Naturopathic Medicine? Dr. Jasmine Bhullar, ND, is a licensed Naturopathic doctor with the Manitoba Naturopathic Association (MNA) and The Canadian Association of Naturopathic Doctors (CAND). She will share her perspectives on health, healing, and her holistic approach to helping people manage all areas of health.

Event for: Staff and Students

Hosted by: Student Counselling Services and Dr. Bhullar (profile - https://vianatural.ca/users/dr-jasmine-bhullar).

Fall Connect: Thrive Edition

12pm-2pm | Drop-in | UWSA Offices

Learn more about who they are, network with others, listen to music, take some photos, and also learn more about mental health services on campus.

Event for: Students

Hosted by: UWSA

De-stress Art Activity with the Peers

2-4pm

Description TBD

Event for: Students

Hosted by: Peer Wellness Educators

Cycle-licious! Blender Bike Breakfast

9am-11am| Drop-in| Wellness Centre (1D24)

The Peer Wellness Educators invite students and staff to pedal their way to wellness by making their

own healthy and delicious smoothies—powered by a bike blender! Come by the Wellness Centre to try it out! Pick up some tasty breakfast snacks, tea and coffee, and make your own delicious bike-powered smoothie. Assistance available.

Event for: Staff and Students

Hosted by: Peer Wellness Educators

Wellness Fair – Day 1

11am-2pm | Drop-in | Centennial and Riddell Hall – 1^st floor

Drop by this tabling event to learn more about student services on campus, participate in activities, and grab a Thrive tote bag with other wellness goodies!

Event for: Staff and Students

Hosted by: Student Counselling Services, Peer Wellness Educators, Academic & Career Services, Campus Living, Accessibility Services & Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services, UWSA, Rainbow Lounge, Alumo

Healthy Relationships Workshop

12:30-1:30pm | 2M74 | Register here

Have you ever wondered what’s healthy when it comes to relationships? During our lifetime, we have many different relationships, with family, friends, and partners. SERC is here to offer an interactive look at healthy and unhealthy patterns, boundary setting, and more. Everyone deserves to have safe and healthy relationships! Please register to attend.

Event for: Students

Hosted by: Student Counselling Services and SERC (Sexuality Education Resource Centre)

Coffee Break

3pm-5pm | Drop-in | Library 5th floor, Room 2 (Atrium)

Take a break from your studies and join us for a chill coffee break at the library. Hang out with other students, take part in some relaxing activities, and recharge with free coffee, tea, and snacks!

Event for: Students

Hosted by: Library and UWSA

Debunking Myths About Antidepressants Webinar

2pm-3pm | Zoom | Register here

Join Klinic on Campus Nurse Practitioner Raj in this informative and interactive webinar session discussing common medication prescribed to manage symptoms of anxiety and depression.

Event for: Staff and Students

Hosted by: Klinic on Campus

Wellness Fair – Day 2

11am-2pm | Drop-in | Centennial and Riddell Hall – 1st floor

Drop by this tabling event to learn more about student services on campus, participate in activities, and grab a Thrive tote bag with other wellness goodies!

Event for: Staff and Students

Hosted by: Student Counselling Services, Peer Wellness Educators, Campus Living, Accessibility Services & Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services, SERC, UWSA, Rainbow Lounge, Alumo, Academic & Career Services

Well-Being 101 Webinar

12pm-12:30pm | Zoom | Register here

Take time to explore what well-being truly means and how it affects your overall health, energy, and sense of fulfillment. In this session, you will learn about the eight dimensions of well-being and how each area contributes to a balanced life. Through reflection, discussion, and practical examples, you will discover simple strategies to enhance your well-being and leave with tools you can start using immediately to support your physical, mental, and emotional health.

Event for: Staff and Students

Hosted by: Canadian Mental Health Association – Winnipeg Chapter

Wise Mind Webinar

12:30pm-1pm | Zoom | Register here

This event covers the three states of mind: Emotional Mind, Reasonable Mind, and Wise Mind. Sometimes you may find that your emotions are taking over and impacting your decisions and behaviours, and other times you may be guided only by logic and reason. Wise Mind is a balance of both feeling and thinking. Learning about Wise Mind, and how to access it, can help you to manage stress, deal with challenging situations, and improve your overall well-being.

Event for: Staff and Students

Hosted by: Student Counselling Services

Doggo Days

12-1:30pm | Drop-in | Bulman Student Centre

The UWSA brings trained, loveable, cuddly dogs to the University on the last Thursday of every month at The Bulman Student Centre. Doggo Days are a reminder for students to take a break during busy school days. Studies have shown that interacting with pets when stressed can reduce tension and lower blood pressure and breathing rates. Doggo Days are a fun way for students to de-stress with their furry friends.

Event for: Staff and Students

Hosted by: UWSA

Gratitude Corner

8:30am-4:30pm | Drop-in | Outside the Wellness Centre (1D24)

Visit the gratitude corner and create your own beautiful messages of gratitude. Make a card to share with someone you’re grateful for or create something for yourself, the options are endless! We will have colourful paper, cards, stickers, glue, tape, and more.

Hosted by: Student Counselling Services

Volunteer Manitoba

12:30pm-1:20pm | Rm 3M59 and Zoom | Register here for Zoom

Join Volunteer Manitoba as they discuss how to begin volunteering and the individual benefits of volunteerism, from personal growth to skill development. Learn how your contributions not only uplift those around you but also strengthen the community as a whole. Plus, find out about scholarships and bursaries available to students committed to making a difference. Don’t miss this opportunity to see how your passion for service can lead to personal and communal rewards.

Hosted by: Volunteer Manitoba

Friendship Mixer

1pm-3pm | Location TBD

Make new connections! Join the Peer Wellness Educators for speed friending, games, and snacks!

Hosted by: Peer Wellness Educators