Workshops/Events Calendar
Please visit our Wellness Workshops page to view a list of New Vision's current workshops.
In this 1.5-hour workshop, learn about the role nutrition plays in the many body changes that can occur during menopause, including changes in weight and body composition. Explore key nutrients for this life stage, and discover the benefits of anti-inflammatory eating for heart health and menopause symptom management.
Events
Changing Your Relationship with Anxiety
Are you overwhelmed with trying to stop or control your anxiety? In this 2-hour workshop, led by our Social Worker, you will learn about anxiety as a normal function of our nervous system and how to shift your approach to anxiety through mindfulness, self-compassion, and practical techniques that can help reduce its intensity.
Walk and Talk
Looking to boost your energy? Do you want to be more active but have difficulty getting started? Do you enjoy walking? If yes, join our Walk and Talk Wellness Group!
The purpose of this group is to provide a supported exercise and activation program for people who may be isolated, coping with mental health or other chronic health conditions. The educational component will incorporate mindfulness, stress management strategies, nutrition information and social support. Our hope is to enhance lifestyle change and get people moving for physical and mental health! Walk at your own pace. Everyone is welcome!
A waiver form will be required prior to joining the group. These in-person sessions are held at the Waterloo Rec Complex located at 101 Father David Bauer Drive in Waterloo.
Blood Sugar Basics: Prediabetes and Diabetes Lifestyle Education
In this 1.5-hour workshop, led by one of our Registered Dietitians, learn what pre-diabetes and diabetes are and how they affect our health. We will discuss nutrition and lifestyle guidelines for improving blood sugar levels to help with the prevention and management of these conditions.
Blood Sugar Basics: Prediabetes and Diabetes Lifestyle Education
In this 1.5-hour workshop, led by one of our Registered Dietitians, learn what pre-diabetes and diabetes are and how they affect our health. We will discuss nutrition and lifestyle guidelines for improving blood sugar levels to help with the prevention and management of these conditions.
The Glycemic Index
In this 1-hour workshop, learn all about how your blood sugars respond to different types of foods. Discover how to balance your meals and snacks to achieve more stable blood sugars and feel your best! This workshop is perfect for those with pre-diabetes, type 1 or 2 diabetes, fatty liver disease, PCOS, or for those who are simply interested in learning how to improve their health by eating well.
The Glycemic Index
In this 1-hour workshop, learn all about how your blood sugars respond to different types of foods. Discover how to balance your meals and snacks to achieve more stable blood sugars and feel your best! This workshop is perfect for those with pre-diabetes, type 1 or 2 diabetes, fatty liver disease, PCOS, or for those who are simply interested in learning how to improve their health by eating well.
Making Sense of Pain Workshop
Living with pain can be challenging, especially when faced with barriers to care. Making Sense of Pain is a free, group-based program designed to empower individuals with the knowledge, skills, and support needed to manage pain in daily life. Over 9 to 10 weeks, participants explore topics like pain science, stress management, movement, sleep, and self-compassion—all in a welcoming, facilitator-led setting. Each session includes time for learning, discussion, and social connection.
Back to Routine - Planning Balanced Meals
This fall season, let's get back into routine with some meal planning basics! In this session learn how to build balanced meals ahead for yourself and your family.
Back to Routine - Planning Balanced Meals
This fall season, let's get back into routine with some meal planning basics! In this session learn how to build balanced meals ahead for yourself and your family.
Nutrition During Menopause
In this 1-hour workshop, learn about the role nutrition plays in the many body changes that can occur during menopause, including changes in weight and body composition. Explore key nutrients for this life stage, and discover the benefits of anti-inflammatory eating for heart health and menopause symptom management.
Nutrition During Menopause
In this 1-hour workshop, learn about the role nutrition plays in the many body changes that can occur during menopause, including changes in weight and body composition. Explore key nutrients for this life stage, and discover the benefits of anti-inflammatory eating for heart health and menopause symptom management.
Walk and Talk
Looking to boost your energy? Do you want to be more active but have difficulty getting started? Do you enjoy walking? If yes, join our Walk and Talk Wellness Group!
The purpose of this group is to provide a supported exercise and activation program for people who may be isolated, coping with mental health or other chronic health conditions. The educational component will incorporate mindfulness, stress management strategies, nutrition information and social support. Our hope is to enhance lifestyle change and get people moving for physical and mental health! Walk at your own pace. Everyone is welcome!
Introduction to Solids
Curious about when and how to start your baby on solid foods? Join one of our expert Registered Dietitians for this hands-on, informative session designed to guide you through the transition—month by month. Babies welcome to attend.
Introduction to Solids
Curious about when and how to start your baby on solid foods? Join one of our expert Registered Dietitians for this hands-on, informative session designed to guide you through the transition—month by month. Babies welcome to attend.
Blood Sugar Basics
In this 1.5-hour workshop, led by one of our Registered Dietitians, learn what pre-diabetes and diabetes are and how they affect our health. We will discuss nutrition and lifestyle guidelines for improving blood sugar levels to help with the prevention and management of these conditions.
Blood Sugar Basics
In this 1.5-hour workshop, led by one of our Registered Dietitians, learn what pre-diabetes and diabetes are and how they affect our health. We will discuss nutrition and lifestyle guidelines for improving blood sugar levels to help with the prevention and management of these conditions.
Nutrition During Menopause
In this 1-hour workshop, learn about the role nutrition plays in the many body changes that can occur during menopause, including changes in weight and body composition. Explore key nutrients for this life stage, and discover the benefits of anti-inflammatory eating for heart health and menopause symptom management.
Nutrition During Menopause
In this 1-hour workshop, learn about the role nutrition plays in the many body changes that can occur during menopause, including changes in weight and body composition. Explore key nutrients for this life stage, and discover the benefits of anti-inflammatory eating for heart health and menopause symptom management.
Community Programs
- Waterloo-Wellington Self-Management Programs offers a variety of workshops (available online or in-person) to support you with getting the most out of life while living with a chronic condition. The following programs are offered for FREE in the region of Waterloo Wellington.
- YMCA of Three Rivers have a variety of community health management programs and workshops (in-person and virtual).
- Breastfeeding Buddies of Waterloo offer a variety of community based peer support program aims to bridge the gap between hospital, community, and home (in-person and virtual).
- Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) Self Help & Peer Support services are provided by people who experience a mental health and/or addiction issue for people who experience a mental health and/or addictions issue.