La chasse aux gourdes du mieux-être is a fun activity that invites the Université Laval population to discover the psychological well-being and life balance services and resources available on campus. This activity was inspired by the Wellness Bags initiative at the University of Windsor.
The first Quebec edition took place in April 2019, during a stressful end-of-term period, to provide an opportunity to remind people of the importance of maintaining a balanced lifestyle and preserving their psychological well-being. To achieve this, around a hundred gourds were hidden in the communal areas of 10 student residences. At a certain point, the student population was invited to take a break to join in the hunt and find out where the gourds were. These included inspirational wellness items such as gym passes, treats, tips on life balance, and a list of on- and off-campus resources and support services.
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