UGDSB Grad Nathan Skoufis won gold in the Canadian Open Martial Arts Championships held this weekend in Kitchener, ON. This marks the 10th year Skoufis has won this title. Congratulations, Nathan! #UGProud@GFMA_training
This National Nursing Week we recognize and celebrate the integral work of nurses throughout our healthcare system. Thank you to all the nurses who keep our communities healthy. #NationalNursingWeek
ICYMI, last week was our Mental Health and Education Week, where we explored our theme: STRIVE Together! Thank you to all UG students and staff that participated with us both in the classrooms and online. You can read our reflection of the week here: https://t.co/2yOh8by08r.
Our 2023 Commencement is on Tues, June 27th 3:40-6:40 pm. Potential Grads must RSVP using the Google form before Mon May 23rd. Students will indicate a time block that works best for them. https://t.co/WMkUhcw11Q… *Times blocks will be filled on a first come, first served basis.
Today is the last day for MHEW. We’ve been Striving Together all week, and today we tackle two themes: Vision and Engagement. Thank you for engaging w/ us all week and using #MHEW and #MHUG to tag us in all your MHEW activities.
Today is the National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls and Two-Spirit people. The legacy of violence and trauma against Indigenous women dates back to colonial times and persists still today. You can learn more here: https://t.co/DOmU6hb5jr.
Clara Hughes - six-time Olympic medalist and mental health advocate shares her story and the importance of talking about mental health because mental health is something we all have!
#EmpowerUG
Spartan Rugby Centennial Cup – May 4th-May5th Thanks for all the hard work of our Staff, SSA & Athletes for organizing & participating in this inter-school event! Food for Sale - BBQ, Domino’s pizza & Beavertails! Reminder that CCVI is a Platinum EcoSchool - Please recycle!
Today’s theme for MHEW is Identity-Affirming. Being true to yourself is better than being anyone else. Read our full plan for MHEW here: https://t.co/byFzGrSvV6. #MHEW#MHUG
That was a very noisy, but exciting 2 days at Skills Ontario. So much to see. Competitions were happening for every trade - machining, brick laying, landscaping, welding, car painting, pipe fitting, carpentry, cooking, robotics. Many students exploring! @UGExperiential @ugdsb
May is Dutch Heritage Month. A month to recognize the incredible contributions the Dutch people have made to Canadian society. You can learn more about Dutch-Canadians and the Dutch timeline in Canada, here: https://t.co/jfoLx2Imys.
Today’s theme for MHEW is Relationships. Positive relationships are vital for mentally healthy individuals. Read our full plan for MHEW here: https://t.co/EtHW6eCLf3. #MHEW#MHUG
May is Melanoma and Skin Cancer Awareness Month. Protect your skin from the sun every day. It only takes one blistering sunburn to double your risk of developing melanoma, a serious type of skin cancer. Learn more at: https://t.co/MyHyZHYqBD @WDGPublicHealth
Today’s theme for MHEW is Truth. Brene Brown says that vulnerability sounds like truth and feels like courage. Read our full plan for MHEW here: https://t.co/YYva8WIach. #MHEW#MHUG
May is Jewish Heritage Month. A month to recognize the systemic oppression the Jewish community has faced, as well as celebrate the incredible contributions they make to Canadian society. You can learn more about Jewish Canadians here: https://t.co/ECWOVz2ifH.