Would you like to learn more about the mental health initiatives happening across Alberta? Are you looking for training or tools on a particular topic, such as suicide prevention or cannabis? Would you like support in establishing more student-led initiatives or complex collaboration on your campus? Explore the resources below!
Initiatives, Training, & Tools
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2026 HCA Wellness Summit
2026 HCA Wellness Summit
Events Date: May 21 - 22, 2026 / 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
The 2026 HCA Wellness Summit will take place at the Concordia University of Edmonton on May 21st & 22nd! View the High Level Agenda View the Detailed Agenda Travel Reimbursement Fund HCA recognizes that not all Cop members, departments, or campuses have access to funding for travel. In seeking ways to make the...
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Student Spotlight: Peer Recovery Navigator Program
Student Spotlight: Peer Recovery Navigator Program
Webinars Date: April 22, 2026 / 10:00 am - 11:00 am MST
A student-led webinar highlighting how trained Peer Recovery Navigators provide one-on-one support, facilitate recovery meetings, and reduce stigma across campus. This session will center student voices and lived experience, while sharing practical insights on how peer-based recovery infrastructure increases connection, early help-seeking, and belonging.
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From Food Access to Food Skills: Campus Partnerships Supporting Food Security
From Food Access to Food Skills: Campus Partnerships Supporting Food Security
Webinars Date: March 25, 2026 / 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm MST
Join Barb Sheldon as she shares her collaborative work with Bow Valley College, the University of Calgary’s Food Hub and NourishU at Mount Royal University to deliver practical, budget-friendly skills-based cooking and food literacy classes for students. This webinar will explore how hands-on food skills education can complement food access...
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Invisible Intersections: Supporting 2SLGBTQ+ Students on Campus
Invisible Intersections: Supporting 2SLGBTQ+ Students on Campus
Shared by CICMH This co-created toolkit includes information on mental health in 2SLGBTQ+ communities. It also looks at intersectional aspects of mental health and wellness, such as experiences of people with disabilities, transgender people, and people of diverse gender identities. Additionally, this resource includes recommendations for improving campus support for 2SLGBTQ+ students, and a summary of research gaps
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Cultivating Resilience and Flourishing Workbook
Cultivating Resilience and Flourishing Workbook
Shared by The Cuming School of Medicine, University of Calgary There are practical, evidence-based strategies (the 3Rs) to mitigate the harmful effects of stress and burnout and enhance well-being in daily life. The 3Rs are based on over 20 years of evidence from Suzanne Tough, PhD, and other leaders in resilience research....
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Kickstand
Kickstand
Shared by Kickstand Kickstand is a province-wide initiative focused on implementing integrated youth services. This organization, founded in 2020, works to enhance access to mental health care, substance use support, primary care, peer support, and social services for youth and young adults aged 11 to 25, free of charge, both online and in person. Kickstand is designed to be youth-friendly, accessible,...
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Permission to pause: De-escalating and disconnecting
Permission to pause: De-escalating and disconnecting
Webinars Date: December 10, 2025 / 10:00 am - 11:00 am MST
In postsecondary work where needs are unlimited, but capacity is limited, disconnecting and taking real time for ourselves can be challenging, even during time off. Step away and give yourself a gentle pause in this 1-hour practical, practice-based workshop. Together, we’ll explore simple mindfulness and self-compassion practices to calm your...
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Indspire: Indigenous education, programs & services
Indspire: Indigenous education, programs & services
Shared by Indspire Indspire is an Indigenous national charity that invests in the education of First Nations, Inuit and Métis people for the long-term benefit of these individuals, their families and communities, and Canada. Along with other strategic areas including programming, capacity building, and collaboration, they provide programs, resources, and...
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Men and Suicide: A Suicide Prevention Toolkit
Men and Suicide: A Suicide Prevention Toolkit
Shared by CMHA Alberta and Centre for Suicide Prevention This resource is an introduction to men and suicide. The toolkit shares statistics, warning signs, why men are more at risk, and the gender paradox. There are conversational strategies for how to talk with men about suicide and prevent suicide. Additional...
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Canadian Campus Wellbeing Survey (CCWS)
Canadian Campus Wellbeing Survey (CCWS)
Shared by UBC CCWS Background Information The Canadian Campus Wellbeing Survey is a Canadian assessment tool to help colleges and universities collect the data they need to support student health and wellbeing. Beginning in Fall 2021, institutions can also collect data using the CCWS for employees if they would like...
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Sexual Minorities and Suicide Prevention Toolkit
Sexual Minorities and Suicide Prevention Toolkit
Shared by CMHA Alberta and Centre for Suicide Prevention This peer-reviewed toolkit created by the Centre for Suicide Prevention includes information on suicide risk factors for 2SLGBTQ+ people and how to address them, as well as strategies individuals and institutions can adopt to support sexual minorities and their mental health. ...
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Harm Reduction Toolkit
Harm Reduction Toolkit
Shared by CICMH This toolkit is intended for campus staff, faculty, and administrators who would like to increase their knowledge of harm reduction approaches on campus. The toolkit provides resources for awareness and education, as well as recommendations to equip post-secondary campuses in supporting students who may be engaging in...
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Post-Secondary National Standard Toolkit
Post-Secondary National Standard Toolkit
Shared by CICMH This toolkit, created by the Centre for Innovation in Campus Mental Health (CICMH), provides post-secondary institutions with information to build an understanding of the different components of the National Standard of Canada for Mental Health and Well-being for Post-Secondary Students (the Standard), released by the Mental Health...
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