BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//132.216.98.100//NONSGML kigkonsult.se iCalcreator 2.20.4// BEGIN:VEVENT UID:20260613T211739EDT-35893W0K4S@132.216.98.100 DTSTAMP:20260614T011739Z 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). \n \n Registration is closed for this session\, as maximum capaci ty (30 people) has been reached. Thank you for your understanding. \n \n \n M editation/wellness activity (9:30-10:15 a.m.): Join us for a guided breath ing and meditation session led by Johanne Houle\, Director\, 91Ë¿¹ÏÊÓƵ Organi zational Development. \n \n Registration is closed for this session\, as max imum capacity (40 people) has been reached. Thank you for your understandi ng.\n \n \n Energy bar workshop (9:00 a.m. – 12 p.m.): Our colleagues at the School of Nutrition will show you how to make a nutritious and protein-pac ked energy snack (Tiramisu energy-protein balls).\n \n Registration is close d for this session\, as maximum capacity (70 people) has been reached. Tha nk you for your understanding.\n \n \n Hangout zone with card games: Seating will be available for you to relax and catch up with colleagues or meet ne w 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 River\n What: In-pe rson gathering\n Picnic: \n\n\n A convivial gathering in a lovely location o n 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 free to bring your own games from home! \n Please note: In case of rain\, the activity will b e transformed into a board game activity at the Pédago Café. \n\n\nPlant g iveaway: Please note that the giveaway of plants from Macdonald Campus Far m 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\, Zante Restaurant\,  91Ë¿¹ÏÊÓƵ Faculty Club and 91Ë¿¹ÏÊÓƵ Athletics (and more!) will be held at the Montreal event at approximately 11:30 a.m. with names of all FMHS admin an d support staff from both campuses  entered. Winners will be contacted by e-mail post-event.  \n\nWe hope you can join us in Montreal or Gatineau.   \n\n \n\nAdditional information:  \n\nPhotography  \n\nPlease note this ev ent will be photographed and the photos may be used on our FMHS social med ia accounts as well as in our photo gallery on Health e-News. If you would prefer not to have your photo taken\, we kindly ask that you advise the p hotographer present.  \n\nGentle Yoga Session full description \n\nFormat: Inclusive\n\nFacilitator: This session will be guided by 91Ë¿¹ÏÊÓƵ alumna Li liana Ospina\, 91Ë¿¹ÏÊÓƵ Athletics Fitness and Yoga Instructor with over two decades of teaching experience. As a staff member within the Faculty of Me dicine and Health Sciences\, Lili helps advance the collective vision—toge ther for better health. Drawing on her passion for holistic well-being\, L ili believes that incorporating simple wellness strategies into our daily routine can enrich our lives and enhance our human experience. \n\nDescrip tion: Join us for this Gentle Yoga Session to learn the foundational princ iples of mindful movement. In the midst of demanding schedules and fast-pa ced environments\, true wellness begins with intentional pauses that honor the body's innate need for recovery. Infused with mind-body integration t echniques from Hatha Yoga\, this session serves as a conscious 'reset' but ton. Through accessible\, low-impact stretches and focused breathwork\, we will gently move the body to cultivate a deeper inner connection\, allowi ng you to experience how a gentle\, sustained yoga flow can counteract fat igue\, enhance clarity\, and foster long-term resilience. Take this time t o invest in your own well-being\, translating the principles of health pro motion into a deeply personal\, stabilizing practice that honors your long evity. Watch this video to learn more.\n\n \n\nThank you to all our sponso rs!\n\n\n DTSTART:20260617T130000Z DTEND:20260617T160000Z SUMMARY:FMHS Community Recognition Event for Administrative and Support Sta ff URL:/orthopaedics/channels/event/fmhs-community-recogn ition-event-administrative-and-support-staff-372972 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR