by Belinda Fontes | Aug 18, 2017 | Know
On August 21, 2017, a total solar eclipse will cross the entire United States (from west to east). Fourteen US states will be lucky enough to witness it in its totality, and the other US states and Canada will be treated to a partial eclipse. The path of totality is a...
by Belinda Fontes | Aug 17, 2017 | Campus, Do
Missing your pet? Stressed out about school or work? Starting in September you can visit UVic’s Multifaith Chapel to love up some animals and connect with others. There will be pets, tea, coffee and cookies. Every Wednesday from 2:30pm – 4:00pm Pets from...
by Belinda Fontes | Aug 8, 2017 | Know
Nutrition Support Services are available through your Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) and offer a holistic and proactive approach to your nutrition and wellness. Professionals will help you make positive changes to your diet to address weight loss or...
by Belinda Fontes | Aug 2, 2017 | Know
Heat or hot weather that lasts for several days, often referred to as “a heatwave” can have a significant impact on society, including a rise in mortality and morbidity. Heatwaves also place an increased strain on infrastructure (power, water and transport). In order...
by Belinda Fontes | Jul 27, 2017 | Know
Who wants to think about school over the summer? Parents do! When children have long breaks without regular opportunities to practice reading and other skills they need in school, they often need extra time to get back into the swing of things when they return to...