The new and improved Healthy Workplace Initiative (HWPI) is back with new ways to promote wellness across campus.
Each unit in ES is eligible to apply one of seven funding options:
Yoga/fitness classes: $2,500
Implement 12-24 week yoga classes or 8-24 weeks of fitness classes with experienced trainers conducted at the worksite. A great and convenient way to integrate wellbeing into the work day.
Bike share: $1,000
Active transportation is a great way to fit fitness into your day and get to meetings faster! Outfit your office with all the equipment you need to start and run a bike share program.
Mental health training: $2,500
Implement a mental health training program in your department. Harness the experience and evidence based knowledge of community mental health experts to learn more about mental health, mental illness, resilience and prevention.
Community garden: $2,500
Looking for a way to beat stress and build teamwork? Build a community plant or vegetable garden in your workplace.
Team health challenge: $2,500
Stay motivated and on track with a little healthy competition. Implement team-based or individual health challenges in your department. Possible focuses: overall health, water, healthy eating, physical activity, walking and more!
Art and creative expression: $500
Art projects and creative activities are a great way to reduce stress and build resilience. Start a knitting club, create a team art piece to display, have weekly ‘crafternoons’ or host an adult colouring party. The possibilities are endless.
Innovative new idea: Up to $2,500
The deadline to submit an application for HWPI funding is April 15, 2016.
ES Vancouver staff: If you want to apply for funding on behalf of your unit, get in touch with Coby and Ashley. We’ll help units coordinate applications so we can make the most of the funding we are given.