Join us for Thrive – an initiative started by UBC, where we learn about, talk about and explore ways to support our mental health. The goal of Thrive is to bring together students, faculty and staff to do something fun while supporting mental health and wellbeing.
All campuses
Pop into the Library and Learning Commons to explore their wellness resources – complete a fun Thrive word search, sign out a mindfulness kit, or check out some of their online, mindfulness guides.
Campbell River
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, E204
This event is for students
Questions? Email Student Life
Coffee, Chat and Chill with Student Life
Come join Student Life for a coffee and snack, have a chat or just chill. We’ll have information on wellness, campus supports, fun games, activities and prizes too.
⌚ 10 am – 11am
📍 Campbell River campus, 1685 South Dogwood Street, Student Commons
This event is for students and employees
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.
⌚ 10 am – 11 am
📍 Campbell River campus, 1685 South Dogwood Street, S240G
This event is for employees
Questions? Email Sherri Wilson
CUPE Career Development Drop-in Session
Want to learn more about the career development supports available to you? Stop by and chat with the CUPE Career Advisor to explore the opportunities and resources in place to help you grow in your career.
⌚ 11:30 am – 1:30 pm
📍 Campbell River campus, 1685 South Dogwood Street, C240A
This event is for employees
Questions? Email Kassandra Durant
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, C240G
This event is for students
Questions? Email Student Life
Healthy Trades Pain and Injury Prevention
Come learn pain and injury prevention techniques for your trade from local experts. Free lunch and prizes to be won! Space is limited. Please register by emailing Healthy Trades.
⌚ 11:30 am – 12:30 pm
📍 Campbell River campus, 1685 South Dogwood Street, E216
This event is for students
Questions? Email Healthy Trades
Snacks and Tea
Join us at your local Indigenous student lounge for snacks and tea.
⌚ 11:30 am – 1 pm
📍 Campbell River campus, 1685 South Dogwood Street, C240B
This event is for students
Questions? Email Indigenous Education Navigators
Not Myself Today
Stop by to discover how you can get involved with the Not Myself Today initiative by the Canadian Mental Health Association and grab a snack. We’re excited to explore the upcoming module, Working with Emotions, which provides practical tools to help us recognize, understand, and manage our moods — because how we feel impacts how we think, act, and engage both in the workplace and beyond.
⌚ 2 pm – 3 pm
📍 Campbell River campus, 1685 South Dogwood Street, C240G
This event is for employees
Questions? Email Sherri Wilson
Comox Valley
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. Open to all NIC students, faculty and staff.
⌚ 12 pm – 1:30 pm
📍 Comox Valley campus, 2300 Ryan Road, Tyee Student Lounge
Questions? Email Mike Hillian
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