Building your emergency fund

Date

Monday May 5, 2025
12:00 pm - 12:30 pm

Location

Online

What is an emergency fund and why should you have one? How much should you save?

Join this webinar to learn more and get started.

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Building your emergency fund

Date

Wednesday April 23, 2025
7:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Location

Online

What is an emergency fund and why should you have one? How much should you save?

Join this webinar to learn more and get started.

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Estate planning basics—getting a head start on the future

Date

Monday June 23, 2025
12:00 pm - 12:30 pm

Location

Online

There’s never a better time to start thinking about planning your estate than right now, no matter your age or where you are in your life journey. It can be tough to think about a future without you in it but getting started can be the hardest part.  

Join this webinar to learn how valuable starting your estate planning can be. We’ll talk about how your estate plan can protect your loved ones, the things you’ve worked so hard to build, and even you.

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Estate planning basics—getting a head start on the future

Date

Thursday June 12, 2025
12:00 pm - 12:30 pm

Location

Online

There’s never a better time to start thinking about planning your estate than right now, no matter your age or where you are in your life journey. It can be tough to think about a future without you in it but getting started can be the hardest part.  

Join this webinar to learn how valuable starting your estate planning can be. We’ll talk about how your estate plan can protect your loved ones, the things you’ve worked so hard to build, and even you.

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Friday BBQ is Back One Last Time!

Date

Friday May 2, 2025
11:30 am - 1:30 pm

Location

Mackintosh-Corry Hall, Cafeteria

Through the help of the generous funding of the BeWell Grant, the very popular $5.00 Friday BBQ is back for one last time. Please join us on Friday October 18, to enjoy a delicious lunchtime BBQ meal and to come together on campus to connect and socialize with others through a shared meal. You must pre-register for this event, and you must bring your proof of registration and your employee ID to the event to obtain the $5.00 deal. If you are not pre-registered, you will not qualify to take part in the event.

If you are unable to attend, after you have registered, we would appreciate it if you could please cancel your registration to avoid food waste and to allow others to attend.

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Living Well With Shift Work

Date

Wednesday April 30, 2025
10:30 pm - 11:30 pm

Location

Online

Working shifts shouldn't mean sacrificing your health and wellbeing. Whether you're on nights, early mornings, or rotating schedules, this 1-hour TELUS Health session will offer evidence-based strategies to help you sleep better, eat well, manage stress, and reconnect with what matters most.

Learn how shift work affects your body, relationships, and energy — and discover simple, powerful tools to take care of yourself.

At the end of the session, participants will be able to:

  • Understand how shift work affects health and relationships
  • Recognize common stressors related to shift work
  • Apply techniques to improve sleep, nutrition, and overall wellbeing

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Living Well With Shift Work

Date

Tuesday April 29, 2025
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Location

Online

Working shifts shouldn't mean sacrificing your health and wellbeing. Whether you're on nights, early mornings, or rotating schedules, this 1-hour TELUS Health session will offer evidence-based strategies to help you sleep better, eat well, manage stress, and reconnect with what matters most.

Learn how shift work affects your body, relationships, and energy — and discover simple, powerful tools to take care of yourself.

At the end of the session, participants will be able to:

  • Understand how shift work affects health and relationships
  • Recognize common stressors related to shift work
  • Apply techniques to improve sleep, nutrition, and overall wellbeing

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Silencing your Inner Critic

Date

Friday May 9, 2025
11:00 am - 12:00 pm

Location

Online

Negative self-talk can get in the way of our confidence, motivation, and mental wellbeing. As part of Mental Health Week, Queen’s Employee Wellness invites you to join Silencing Your Inner Critic, a Thrive 365 online session presented by TELUS Health. Learn practical strategies to better understand your inner dialogue, reduce self-judgment, and build a more compassionate inner voice. This session is perfect for anyone looking to strengthen their resilience and personal wellness.

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Wellness Walk

Date

Thursday May 8, 2025
12:30 pm - 1:00 pm

Location

Meet in front of Fleming Hall

As part of our commitment to employee wellbeing, join us for a rejuvenating Wellness Walk along the waterfront during Mental Health Week this May. Take a well-deserved break and immerse yourself in the tranquil surroundings. In just 25 to 30 minutes, recharge your mind and body, promoting mental wellness through movement and connection with nature. Let's prioritize mental health together by embracing this opportunity to destress, unwind, and foster a culture of wellbeing in our workplace. Don't miss out on this refreshing activity during our Mental Health Week!

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Building Confidence in Sharing Mental Health Experiences

Date

Wednesday May 7, 2025
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Location

Online

This session is designed to help you feel more prepared and empowered when talking about your own mental health journey—or supporting someone else’s. Whether you choose to share or simply want to listen and learn, this session promotes a stronger, more compassionate workplace culture for all.

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