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The Strengths Model
Quebec adopts a promising approach to promoting mental health in higher education.
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Toward better student mental health: a guide for supporting change in our institutions
It’s time to support the continual improvement of student mental health practices in our postsecondary institutions.
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The importance of cultivating social connection at universities
With feelings of loneliness and isolation higher than ever, social connection is a key driver to support student mental health.
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The silent epidemic of loneliness
Why Canada’s universities need to teach health care students to promote social connection.
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Does Budget 2024’s $500 million investment over five years address the mental health challenges young people are facing?
The proposed funding is intended to facilitate access to care and support mental health initiatives, as experts call for greater coordination between federal and provincial governments.
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Is it time for mandatory mental health training for university students in Canada?
Despite efforts to address student mental health, services are not meeting needs.
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Defeat overwhelming feelings with time boxing
This system allows you to compartmentalize in a way that most academics are not used to doing.
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Acadia and University of King’s College join “Can’t Buy My Silence” campaign
‘We consider all students everywhere to be deserving of protection.’
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Why art and design programs are investing in mindfulness training for students
Backed by $4 million in federal funding, OCAD University is helping to roll out Mindful Campus at four other postsecondary institutions this fall.
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Did COVID kill creativity?
The pandemic became a rare chance for academic creatives to witness the power of imagination and why it matters.
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A community garden for Queen’s employees aims to foster social connection
The unique wellness initiative has become a popular spot for respite during the workday.
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Women in PhD programs reported more distress and disruptions than male counterparts early in the pandemic
A recently published study of doctoral students finds women and men had vastly different relationships to their work during the first wave of the pandemic, and recommends a more tailored approach to support.
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Anxiety problems are up by nearly a third among postsecondary students since 2018
Flexibility in the delivery of mental health services will be key for this school year, the co-authors of a new report say.
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New pilot project harnesses peer support to boost mental health services
The $2 million Health Canada initiative will help a handful of institutions better support students’ well-being.
