Active Clubs

Menstruation is often stigmatized across diverse cultures and communities and is associated with negative connotations. UW Empower Cycle is an organization that is committed to uplifting and empowering marginalized women in period poverty, which is a crucial public health concern. Period poverty refers to the inability of women to access menstrual products due to financial constraints. It is estimated that Canadian women spend up to $6,000 in their lifetime on menstrual hygiene products. At...

The need for blood donations are high, and currently there is little to no presence of Canadian Blood Services on the UW campus. Until now! Our club's purpose is to raise awareness of the growing demand for blood donations, to encourage students to donate blood, and to empower students to become more involved with Canadian Blood Services.

UW Operation Smile is a club affiliated with Operation Smile Canada, an organization that aims to raise awareness and provide medical assistance and surgeries to countries around the world for cleft lip and cleft palate. UW Operation Smile works to raise awareness of these conditions in the Kitchener-Waterloo region, and hosts a variety of fundraising events to help raise donations toward this cause.

UW Pre-Med Club is an event-based club under the Federation of Students. We are a student-run organization that provides assistance and networking opportunities for those interested in medicine and medicine-related careers. The club holds various events that provide information on topics such as the medical school application process, the MCAT and its associated preparatory courses as well as ways to get involved around your school and community. The club is open to students of all faculties...

Relay for Life is a committee where we come together to make a meaningful impact in the fight against cancer. Our mission is to raise funds, awareness, and hope in the battle against this devastating disease.

Relay For Life is not just an event; it's an experience. Throughout the year, we organize various fundraising activities and educational initiatives to support cancer research, prevention, and support programs. Our signature, main event, the Relay For Life, is where teams take turns...

UW Society of Addictions Awareness (UW SAA) is a club that aims to promote awareness in the field of addictions and substance use disorders. Our goal is to prepare future health professionals to effectively deal with the complex health challenges and social issues surrounding addictions. This is accomplished by educating undergraduate students about addictions, providing exposure to potential career paths, and inviting guest speakers who are experts in the field of addictions. Follow us on...

At UW Healthcare Symposium (UWHS) we hope to foster a community of healthcare professionals, students, and industry experts to share knowledge, ideas, and best practices related to current healthcare trends and developments. UW Healthcare Symposium provides a platform for attendees to network, engage in discussions, and learn from each other through presentations, workshops, pitch competitions and panel discussions. We aim is to promote continuous learning and professional development, while...

UWaterloo Meditates is a meditation and breathwork club that brings stress management tools and techniques for personal and professional success through the scientific use of evidence-based breathing and meditation techniques, personal awareness seminars and community service projects. It's one of the coolest places to connect with yourself, make awesome friends, and, most importantly, have fun and be a part of an inclusive community!

The Airsoft and Precision Sports Club (UWAPC) is formed by a group of airsoft enthusiasts. We love discussing all things related to the hobby and the club will frequently organize get-together airsoft events at external locations.
We welcome hobbyists from all levels and would love to include beginners who are interested in learning more about the sport. If you are still not sure about joining the hobby, feel free to join our Discord server to ask any questions! Our official club discord is...

UWaterloo Bhangra is a club that aims to spread the love of the Bhangra dance form throughout the university in various different ways such as flash-mobs, regular recreational dance sessions, workshops and etc.
UWaterloo Bhangra shall also aim to give students at Waterloo a chance to dance Bhangra at a competitive level, while representing the university amongst various other varsity-level Bhangra teams.