Health awareness campaigns

September | Work-life Balance

Finding Balance This Fall

As we enter a busy academic year, September is a great time to focus on work-life balance and the small habits that support wellbeing. Balance isn't about perfectly dividing work and personal life. It's about creating sustainable routines that help you thrive both at work and at home.

Even short breaks for movement, fresh air, stretching, or social connection can reduce stress, improve focus, and boost productivity. This month, Human Resources and our campus wellness partners invite you to explore resources, workshops, and activities designed to support your wellbeing throughout the semester.

Why It Matters

Taking time for breaks, movement, connection, and self-care can help:

Reduce stress and prevent burnout
Improve focus and productivity
Support physical and mental wellbeing
Build resilience during periods of change
Strengthening workplace relationships and engagement

Remember: Wellness doesn't require major changes. Small, consistent actions can have a lasting impact

Sept 8-11

Launching Work-life balance

Explore Back-to-Campus Wellness Resources
Launch of the Strive to Thrive Movement Challenge

Focus on creating healthy boundaries, finding balance, and investing in your wellbeing this fall.

Sept 14-18

Resource Spotlight: EFAP

The Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) offers confidential support for employees and eligible family members.

Featured Workshops

September 15 | Establishing Work-Life Harmony
September 16 | Building Resilience

Learn practical strategies for managing demands, reducing stress, and building long-term wellbeing.

Sept 21 - 25

September 21-25

NAOSH Week

Join EHS and JOHSC in recognizing National Occupational Safety and Health Week. Safety is everyone's responsibility. By recognizing hazards, speaking up about concerns, and supporting one another, we help create a healthier and safer workplace.

Fall Go By Bike Week

Choose active transportation and log your rides for a chance to win prizes.

Featured Events

Bike to Banter | Sept. 21
Active Transportation Hub Grand Opening | Sept. 22
On-Campus Recreation Information Session | Sept. 22
Building Working Relationships Workshop | Sept. 23
Strive to Thrive Group Hike | Sept. 24

Getting active with colleagues supports both physical health and social connection.

Sept 28-30

Truth & Reconciliation

As we approach the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, we encourage employees to engage with opportunities that support learning, reflection, and meaningful action.

Featured Activities

September 29 | Social Connection in Technology and Hybrid Workplaces
September 29 | Reconcili-Action Lunch
September 29 | Orange Shirt Day Recognition

Resources and education materials


Addiction and Substance-Use Support through EFAP Counselling Addiction and Substance-Use Support through Homewood Health’s EFAP is a confidential, solution-focused counselling service designed to help individuals better understand their relationship with alcohol or drugs and take practical steps toward positive change. As September marks National Recovery Month and Suicide Awareness Month, it is an important time to recognize that recovery is personal, support is available, and asking for help can be a meaningful first step. Whether someone is questioning their substance use, working toward recovery, or concerned about a loved one, a qualified counsellor can provide compassionate, non-judgmental guidance tailored to their situation. Through this service, employees and their eligible dependents can access support with identifying patterns and triggers, setting realistic recovery or harm-reduction goals, developing healthier coping strategies, navigating a lapse or relapse, and strengthening their support network. Counselling can also help individuals address emotional concerns that may be affecting their recovery and determine when specialized or additional care may be appropriate. The focus is on practical, achievable steps that support safety, stability, and continued well-being. Accessing Addiction and Substance-Use Support is simple and confidential. Individuals can connect with Homewood Health by visiting homeweb.ca or calling 1-800-663-1142 to request EFAP counselling and be matched with an appropriate counsellor. Services are available at no cost to employees and their eligible dependents. If someone is thinking about suicide or is worried about someone else, they can call or text 9-8-8 at any time. If there is an immediate risk to safety, call 9-1-1.

Homewood Health - EFAP Newsletters

Life Lines: Lifeline Sept 2026 - Supporting Someone at Risk Suicide and Self-Harm Awareness | View resources

Vitality (Manager and Supervisor - supporting employees): Q3 2026 - Peer Support Building Connection, Trust, and Everyday Strength at Work

Archived articles: Employee health promotion newsletter

Health & well-being awareness campaigns

January	Mental Health	July	Respect in the workplace & harassment prevention
February	Healthy Heart	August	Trauma informed care
March	Women's Health	September	Work-life balance
April	Financial Wellness	October	Nutrition Awareness
May	Cancer Prevention	November	Men's health
June	EDI Awareness	December	Self-care