BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//132.216.98.100//NONSGML kigkonsult.se iCalcreator 2.20.4// BEGIN:VEVENT UID:20260608T120618EDT-8677l3lu41@132.216.98.100 DTSTAMP:20260608T160618Z DESCRIPTION:Our fifth annual recognition event celebrating the dedication a nd professionalism of our administrative and support staff will take place on June 17 at the Montreal campus and June 22 at Campus Outaouais in Gati neau. We can't wait to come together\, once again\, to celebrate YOU and y our many contributions!   \n\nBased on your feedback expressing that what you want most is to connect with colleagues\, we have put the focus back o n in-person activities.  \n\nHere are the activities our dedicated volunte er committees have in store for you: \n  \n\nMONTREAL \n\nWhen: June 17\, f rom 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.\n Where: Students’ Society of 91Ë¿¹ÏÊÓƵ Ballr oom\, 3480 McTavish Street\, 3rd floor \n\n\n REGISTER NOW\n\n\nWhat: In-pe rson gathering with: \n\n\n Plant giveaway: We are once again partnering wi th Macdonald Campus Farm to give away 200 free plants to the first 200 att endees – first-come\, first-served.  \n Refreshments: Back by popular deman d – Les Baristocrates! Our fave baristas will delight you with a selection  of specialty coffees\, teas and viennoiseries (one per person). \n Photobo oth: Gather your team and your work pals for a keepsake snap commemorating the day. \n Therapy dogs (10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.): 91Ë¿¹ÏÊÓƵ’s Student Wellness Hub Animal Therapy (SWHAT) will be on hand with Nellie (female Lab) and B uddy (male Golden) for some doggie snuggles. \n Gentle yoga (11:00 – 11:30 a.m.): Our Academic Affairs colleague and 91Ë¿¹ÏÊÓƵ Athletics yoga instructor  Lili Ospina will lead a Gentle Yoga Session\, a mixture of standing poses and seated poses on a chair\, ending with a guided meditation (more detai ls below). Registration required. Max capacity of 30. \n Meditation/wellnes s activity (9:30-10:15 a.m.): Join us for a guided breathing and meditatio n session led by Johanne Houle\, Director\, 91Ë¿¹ÏÊÓƵ Organizational Developm ent. Registration required. Max capacity of 40.  \n Energy snack workshop ( time TBC): Our colleagues at the School of Nutrition will show you how to make a nutritious and protein-packed energy snack. \n Hangout zone with car d games: Seating will be available for you to relax and catch up with coll eagues or meet new ones – and maybe win a hand of UNO!  \n  \n\n\nGATINEAU  \n\nWhen: June 22\, from 12 – 3 p.m.  \n Where: Picnic spot by the Ottawa R iver\n What: In-person gathering\n Picnic: \n\n\n A convivial gathering in a lovely location on the banks of the Ottawa River\, organized by the Campus Outaouais Social Committee  \n Lunch from St-Hubert will be provided  \n We will have games (Mölkky\, Frisbee\, bean bag toss and badminton) – feel f ree to bring your own games from home! \n Please note: In case of rain\, th e activity will be transformed into a board game activity at the Pédago Ca fé. \n\n\nPlant giveaway: Please note that the giveaway of plants from Mac donald Campus Farm took place at Campus Outaouais on May 28. \n\n \n\nBoth campuses: Prize draw \n\nA draw for prizes from Hotel Omni Mont-Royal\, Z ante Restaurant\, 91Ë¿¹ÏÊÓƵ Faculty Club and 91Ë¿¹ÏÊÓƵ Athletics (and more!) wil l be held at the Montreal event at approximately 11:30 a.m. with names of  all FMHS admin and support staff from both campuses  entered. Winners will be contacted by e-mail post-event.  \n\nWe hope you can join us in Montre al or Gatineau.  \n\n \n\nAdditional information:  \n\nPhotography  \n\nPl ease note this event will be photographed and the photos may be used on ou r FMHS social media accounts as well as in our photo gallery on Health e-N ews. If you would prefer not to have your photo taken\, we kindly ask that you advise the photographer present.  \n\nGentle Yoga Session full descri ption \n\nFormat: Inclusive\n\nFacilitator: This session will be guided by 91Ë¿¹ÏÊÓƵ alumna Liliana Ospina\, 91Ë¿¹ÏÊÓƵ Athletics Fitness and Yoga Instruct or with over two decades of teaching experience. As a staff member within the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences\, Lili helps advance the colle ctive vision—together for better health. Drawing on her passion for holist ic well-being\, Lili believes that incorporating simple wellness strategie s into our daily routine can enrich our lives and enhance our human experi ence. \n\nDescription: Join us for this Gentle Yoga Session to learn the f oundational principles of mindful movement. In the midst of demanding sche dules and fast-paced environments\, true wellness begins with intentional pauses that honor the body's innate need for recovery. Infused with mind-b ody integration techniques from Hatha Yoga\, this session serves as a cons cious 'reset' button. Through accessible\, low-impact stretches and focuse d breathwork\, we will gently move the body to cultivate a deeper inner co nnection\, allowing you to experience how a gentle\, sustained yoga flow c an counteract fatigue\, enhance clarity\, and foster long-term resilience. Take this time to invest in your own well-being\, translating the princip les of health promotion into a deeply personal\, stabilizing practice that honors your longevity. Watch this video to learn more.\n DTSTART:20260617T130000Z DTEND:20260617T160000Z SUMMARY:FMHS Community Recognition Event for Administrative and Support Sta ff URL:/medsimcentre/channels/event/fmhs-community-recogn ition-event-administrative-and-support-staff-372972 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR