Well-being Spotlight

Source: Men’s Health Foundation

The Government of Canada is engaging provincial and territorial governments, Indigenous partners and key stakeholders to develop a Men and Boys’ Health Strategy. The goal is to create supportive and safe environments, challenge harmful stereotypes, reduce stigma and encourage men of all ages to seek help when they need it.

Source: Government of Canada

June is Men’s Mental Health Month. By creating spaces where men and boys feel seen, heard, and supported, we can help build stronger connections and healthier communities.

Source: Canadian Mental Health Association

What puts a man’s health at risk as he gets older? The top risk factors are common and often preventable. From cardiovascular disease, to prostate cancer and even chronic respiratory disease – healthy aging threats can be significantly reduced through simple lifestyle changes.

Source: McMaster Optimal Aging Portal

Social wellbeing thrives when we prioritize connection and community, particularly in workplace relationships that can provide support, collaboration, and a sense of belonging.

Source: Telus Health

National AccessAbility Week, from May 31 to June 6 this year, is a time for McMaster and communities across Canada to recognize and celebrate the contributions, leadership, and perspectives of people with disabilities.

Source: McMaster News

June is both National Indigenous History Month and Pride Month, and campus groups representing the diverse Indigenous and 2SLGBTQIA+ communities have come together to make a plan that ensures both are appropriately represented on the flagpole where the university flag typically flies.

Source: McMaster News

June is Pride Month, a time to recognize and honour every individual’s right to equality, and to celebrate the richness that 2SLGBTQ+ individuals bring to our communities.

Source: McMaster News