September 15 is World Wellness Day, and the CMHR has a full line‐up of events planned to help you look after your human self.
Where else in the world can you learn to make an Indigenous medicine bag, pat a therapy dog, get limber and moving and enjoy a world‐class meal made from local whole foods?
Join us for some or all of these events.
September 15
Therapy dogs with the Winnipeg Humane Society
12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Cost: Free
Location: Sifton Terrace
Language: This event is offered in English.
This dog‐assisted program uses Winnipeg Humane Society behaviour‐certified dogs to provide affection and comfort to people with various needs. Contact with trained animals is known to provide a range of benefits that help individuals cope with physical, mental, emotional and behavioural challenges. Come meet the dogs and enjoy the benefits of their good company.
Lunch Special at Boreal Bistro
Cost: $19
To reserve, call Boréal Bistro: 204–289-2187
On the menu: Grilled Moroccan spiced king salmon Lentil and root vegetable salad with preserved lemon and herb vinaigrette
Building healthy habits with Dr. Nick Simoes – Energize, move, focus
1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Cost: Free, registration required
Location: MTS Classrooms
Language: This event is offered in English.
Let’s get moving! Learn how to incorporate healthy habits and more intentional movement in your day to help you be at your best. Suitable for all fitness levels.
Dr. Nick Simoes is a local chiropractor in St. Vital, a public speaker and delivers wellness workshops on a regular basis. He was inspired to become a chiropractor after he was injured in a car accident and experienced how chiropractic treatment helped his recovery and overall health.
Stress: How it affects your health and ways to deal with it
2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Cost: Free, registration required
Location: MTS Classrooms
Language: This event is offered in English.
Life has its moments! Dr. Nick Simoes will help you learn how to identify the stressors in your life, how prolonged stress can affect your physical and mental well‐being, and techniques to deal with it.
Enjoy live music with Connor Derraugh in the Bistro during the dinner seatings.
Menu
Bread and dips: House Turkish flatbread with muhammara, apricot and honey labneh
Soup or salad: Thai coconut and shiitake soup with chili and lime or Roasted carrot salad with arugula, quinoa, goat cheese, toasted almonds and mustard vinaigrette
Entrée: Peruvian chicken, Hasselback beets, crushed potatoes with roasted garlic, virgin oil and fresh herbs or Roasted fall vegetables with beetroot risotto and tahini maple sauce
Dessert: Honey roasted pears with yogurt mousse, fresh berries and walnut crumble
Medicine teachings with Marilyn Dykstra – Make your own medicine bag
*This activity has been moved to Saturday, September 16. Other details remain the same.
11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Cost: Free, registration required
Location: Canadian Museum for Human Rights, Stuart Clark Garden of Contemplation
Language: This event is offered in English.
CMHR Knowledge Keeper Marilyn Dykstra will lead a workshop on Indigenous sacred medicines. Participants will be able to make their own medicine bags to take home.
Learn more about Marilyn and her Cree Teachings at the Museum.