Thrive 2024: October 15-29

Join us for the continuation of Thrive throughout the rest of of October! Events continue across our campuses, with a variety of in-person and virtual events for both NIC students and employees. 

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Port Alberni

Tuesday, October 15

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Conversation and Lunch

Help shape the future of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) at NIC! You are invited to join a group conversation to share your feedback and ideas. Together, we can create a workplace and learning environment where everyone feels safe, welcomed, and valued. Be part of the change!
Free lunch provided – RSVP to Student Life if you’d like to attend to help us plan for catering.
⌚ 11:30 am – 12:15 pm
📍 Port Alberni, Tebo Vocational Centre, 4751 Tebo Avenue
This event is for students
Questions? Email Student Life

Lunch time Dance Party

Please join the Office of Global Engagement for an international dance party! Students from different countries will share music and dance moves from home. We may even play musical chairs. Free snacks and drinks will be provided.
⌚ 12 pm – 1 pm
📍 Port Alberni, Roger Street campus, 3699 Roger Street, S108
Open to all NIC students, faculty and staff
Questions? Email Mike Hillian

Comox Valley

Tuesday, October 15

Unwind your Mind – Chair Massage

Take a break and treat yourself to a free, 10-minute neck and shoulder massage. Relax, unwind, and let the stress melt away.
Booking link coming soon!
⌚ 9 am – 4 pm
📍 Comox Valley campus, 2300 Ryan Road, Village J
This event is for employees
Questions? Email Alena Barner

Thursday, October 17

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Conversation and Lunch

Help shape the future of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) at NIC. You are invited to join a group conversation to share your feedback and ideas. Together, we can create a workplace and learning environment where everyone feels safe, welcomed, and valued. Be part of the change!
Free lunch provided – RSVP to Student Life if you’d like to attend to help us plan for catering.
⌚ 11:30 am – 12:30 pm
📍 Comox Valley campus, 2300 Ryan Road, Village J
This event is for students
 Questions? Email Student Life

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Conversation

Help shape the future of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) at NIC. You are invited to join a group conversation to share your feedback and ideas. Together, we can create a workplace and learning environment where everyone feels safe, welcomed, and valued. Be part of the change!
Refreshments provided.
⌚ 2 pm - 3 pm
📍 Comox Valley campus, 2300 Ryan Road, Village J
This event is for employees
 Questions? Email Student Life

Campbell River

Wednesday, October 16

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Conversation and Lunch

Help shape the future of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) at NIC. You are invited to join a group conversation to share your feedback and ideas. Together, we can create a workplace and learning environment where everyone feels safe, welcomed, and valued. Be part of the change!
Free lunch provided – RSVP to Student Life if you’d like to attend to help us plan for catering.
⌚ 11:30 am – 12:30 pm
📍 Campbell River campus, 1685 South Dogwood Street, E216
This event is for students
Questions? Email Student Life

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Conversation

Help shape the future of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) at NIC. You are invited to join a group conversation to share your feedback and ideas. Together, we can create a workplace and learning environment where everyone feels safe, welcomed, and valued. Be part of the change!
Refreshments provided.
⌚ 3 pm - 4 pm
📍 Campbell River campus, 1685 South Dogwood Street, E216
This event is for employees
Questions? Email Sherri Wilson

Thursday, October 17

Unwind your Mind – Chair Massage

Take a break and treat yourself to a free, 10-minute neck and shoulder massage. Relax, unwind, and let the stress melt away.
Booking link coming soon!
⌚ 9 am – 4 pm
📍 Campbell River campus, 1685 South Dogwood Street, E216
This event is for employees
Questions? Email Alena Barner

Port Hardy

Tuesday, October 22

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Conversation

Help shape the future of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) at NIC. You are invited to join a group conversation to share your feedback and ideas. Together, we can create a workplace and learning environment where everyone feels safe, welcomed, and valued. Be part of the change!
Refreshments provided.
⌚ 10 am – 10:45 am
📍 Mixalakwila campus, #140 - 8950 Granville Street
This event is for employees
Questions? Email Sherri Wilson

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Conversation and Lunch

Help shape the future of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) at NIC. You are invited to join a group conversation to share your feedback and ideas. Together, we can create a workplace and learning environment where everyone feels safe, welcomed, and valued. Be part of the change!
Free lunch provided – RSVP to Student Life if you’d like to attend to help us plan for catering.
⌚ 12:30 pm – 1:30 pm
📍 Mixalikwila campus, #140 - 8950 Granville Street, Lounge
This event is for students
Questions? Email Student Life

Virtual

Tuesday, October 15

Webinar: Beyond Stigma: Increasing Our Understanding of Mental Health in the Workplace

In today’s society, there remains a lack of awareness, and sometimes bias, regarding mental health problems. This wellness session will assist participants in enhancing their understanding of the personal and environmental factors that can have an impact on mental health, the common signs and symptoms of mental health troubles and the most appropriate prevention and intervention strategies. RSVP to Alena Barner for the link.
⌚ 11:30 am – 12:30 pm
📍 Virtual
This event is for students and employees
Questions? Email Alena Barner

Tuesday, October 29

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Conversation

Help shape the future of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) at NIC. You are invited to join a virtual, group conversation to share your feedback and ideas. Together, we can create a workplace and learning environment where everyone feels safe, welcomed, and valued. Be part of the change! Email Sherri Wilson for the link. 
⌚ 12 pm – 12:45 pm
📍 Virtual
This event is for employees
Questions? Email Sherri Wilson

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Conversation

Help shape the future of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) at NIC. You are invited to join a virtual, group conversation to share your feedback and ideas. Together, we can create a workplace and learning environment where everyone feels safe, welcomed, and valued. Be part of the change! 
⌚ 4 pm – 4:45 pm
📍 Virtual
This event is for students
Questions? Email Student Life for the link

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