eating disorders affect people of all genders, sexual orientations, ages, socioeconomic class, abilities, races, and ethnic backgrounds. that is why, from february 1st to 7th every year, eating disorder groups across canada unite to commemorate eating disorder awareness week (edaw) with a national week of action focused on educating the public about eating disorders.

join staff from the student health & wellness to escalate awareness of the impact of eating disorders, the dangerous stereotypes and myths, and the supports available for people living with or affected by them.

show yourself some love this valentine's day! pick up an affirmation flower and a sweet treat brought to you by student health and wellness. you can also take an extra minute to write a message of gratitude to go with an affirmation flower for a loved one. expressing gratitude can help people feel more positive emotions, relish good experiences, improve their health, deal with adversity, and build strong relationships.

*this event is part of student appreciation*

the dabbers are calling! join frazer phillips, indigenous cultural wellness facilitator, to try your hand at bingo, win some nutritious prizes, and learn the names of animals in anishinaabemowin!.

stop by chancellor paterson library to pick up a journalling kit as part of student health and wellness' love week. each kit includes a journal, writing tools and an intro guide to journalling as self-care. limited kits available, first-come, first served. 

keeping a record of personal thoughts and feelings is particularly helpful in supporting mental health: