Centennial Talks sessions will take place virtually on Zoom. Students from all campuses are welcome to come. Earn myCard money toward your Wellness Wallet by attending sessions below. $10 will be loaded onto your myCard (maximum $40 per semester) if you stay and participate for at least 30 minutes. Check out the themes and dates below to register and attend!
Upcoming Events
Date: January 28, 2025 at 12:30 p.m.
Prioritizing self-care at the beginning of a new semester is essential to starting off strong. Join us at Centennial Talks for an insightful discussion on the importance of self-care and how we can implement simple strategies into our busy lives. Interested in learning practical strategies and tips for nurturing your well-being as we kick off the semester with intention and resilience? Join the conversations as we empower ourselves to thrive academically and personally by embracing self-care practices right from the beginning of the semester.
Date: February 5, 2025 at 12:30 p.m.
Are you curious to learn about the attractions of Toronto and Ontario? Eager to discover cost-effective methods for venturing out and staying active? The Winter season in Toronto holds immense potential, and in this session we invite you to connect, establish connections, and gain comprehensive insights into making the most of life in the GTA.
Date: February 11, 2025 at 12:30 p.m.
Is test anxiety and nervousness affecting your ability to perform well in tests? Consider participating in a session with the Health and Wellness Peer team, where we will discuss effective strategies for minimizing and controlling your test anxiety.
Date: February 19, 2025 at 12:30 p.m.
Discover the signs and causes of burnout in our informative session, where we'll unpack what burnout is and how it impacts your well-being. Gain insights into prevention strategies and learn how to restore balance in your life.
Date: March 4, 2025 at 12:30 p.m.
Are you interested in getting more exercise into your week? Join the CALCS Health and Wellness team to learn strategies on how to make this happen while balancing all that comes with being a student.
Date: March 10, 2025 at 12:30 p.m.
Join us for a session on navigating anxiety, where we'll discuss its triggers, symptoms, and effective strategies for managing stress. Learn how to build resilience and regain control over anxious thoughts and feelings.
Date: March 18, 2025 at 12:30 p.m.
Join us for a session on understanding and managing depression, where we'll explore the signs, causes, and coping strategies to help you navigate challenging times. This workshop will be co-facilitated by a CALCS Counsellor where they will provide practical tools and resources to support your mental health and well-being.
Date: March 27, 2025 at 12:30 p.m.
Overcome the barriers of procrastination in our interactive session, where you'll discover effective techniques to boost motivation and productivity. Learn how to manage time, set achievable goals, and break free from the cycle of delay.
Date: April 2, 2025 at 12:30 p.m.
Moving to a new place, beginning college, and starting a new chapter in our lives can sometimes be exciting. But it we can also feel homesick being away from friends, family and familiar places. Homesickness can affect us in a variety of ways. Join us at Centennial Talks on how to manage our emotions when feeling homesick.
Date: April 7, 2025 at 12:30 p.m.
With final exams and assignments around the corner its easy to feel overwhelmed and stressed. Join the Health and Wellness team for a quick hour overview on tips, trick and strategies to get through stressful times.