Who We Are

Our Vision: to educate, collaborate and advocate to transform culture and create caring campus communities throughout the province of Alberta

Our Mission: to create an inclusive, collaborative, and community-integrated approach to mental health and wellness on campuses

The Healthy Campus Alberta community is a valuable resource for anyone working on campus or in mental health. Ways to get involved include attending webinars, regional gatherings and summits, joining the dialogue through the Community Hub, taking part in training opportunities, arranging a campus visit, and attending community meetings to share and learn with others. To get started and be a part of this supportive community of practice, sign up for our newsletterjoin the online community, or contact us today. We’re always happy to chat!

Introduction Slideshow

HCA Letter of Introduction

Your Current HCA Team

Kyrsti MacDonald (she/her), Team Lead – On temporary leave

Kyrsti is the Team Lead for Healthy Campus Alberta, and Program Lead under CMHA Alberta and CSP. With a background in education, youth mental health, and wellness promotion, she is passionate about building connections, fostering belonging, and advancing upstream approaches to mental health and well-being across Alberta’s post-secondary sector. Since joining Healthy Campus Alberta’s team in 2024, Kyrsti has focused on strengthening collaboration and knowledge-sharing among campus communities, supporting environments where students, staff, and faculty can thrive. A lifelong learner and dedicated community-builder, she believes that a strong sense of community, inclusion, and belonging are essential foundations for meaningful learning and overall well-being. Outside of work, Kyrsti enjoys spending time outdoors, gardening, staying active, and connecting with family, friends, and pets.

Rebecca Hung (she/her), Program Coordinator

Rebecca has a Diploma in Holistic Health and a Bachelor’s Degree in Applied Human Service Administration (MacEwan University) and is currently pursuing her Graduate Degree, working toward a Master of Health Studies with a focus on Health Promotion and Research (Athabasca University). She is also a mental health educator and psychological health & safety advisor. Rebecca has a passion for mental health, initiatives that nurture wellness in community spaces, and building connections to support the interconnected health and well-being of people and places. She believes strongly in inclusive and ecological approaches to health promotion to strengthen individual. Rebecca prioritizes time in nature, making connections in community, and practicing self-care through yoga, mindfulness and creative practices. Rebecca can be contacted at [email protected]

Jordan Kilgour (she/her) – Community Engagement Coordinator

Jordan Kilgour (she/her) is a daughter, sister, and friend who loves warm cups of tea, reading, sweet treats and being outdoors. Jordan cares deeply about people and the planet, which has led her to develop a diverse set of skills and interests through experience and two post-secondary degrees: a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science (University of Guelph) and a Master of Forestry (University of Alberta). She has had the privilege of living and working across the country, supporting youth climate advocacy, planning events, and creating accessible climate and sustainability resources through various roles. Jordan is passionate about engaging with communities and the power of community collaboration. She started as a Student Event Assistant at HCA from 2025 to 2026 and is thrilled to return to HCA as the Community Engagement Coordinator for the next year! Jordan can be reached at [email protected]


Student Staff

One of HCA’s values is creating a platform for the student voice as an equal partner in the community of practice. Thus, we have rotating student positions on the HCA staff team and have had the pleasure of working with the following students. Each of them has contributed something unique to the HCA team throughout their time with us.

Jordan Kilgour, Event Assistant, 2026

Rabia Dhanani, Community Engagement Assistant, 2025 – 2026 

Jay Forcier, Event Assistant, 2025

Saugat KC, Event Assistant, 2023–2025

Seshnah Ghoorahoo, Community Engagement Assistant, 2024–2025

Dineo Tshosa, Community Engagement Assistant, 2023–2024

Lisa Nguyen, Community Event Assistant, 2022–2023

Theresa Chris-Amadin, Event Assistant, 2022–2023

Cheyanne Soetaert, Community Engagement Assistant, 2021–2022

Daniel V. Sadler, Event Assistant, 2021–2022

Makayla Freeman, Project Assistant 2019–2021; Student Communications Assistant, 2018

Aubrianna Snow, Student Communications Assistant, 2021

Cynthia Ma, Student Event Assistant, 2020–2021

Katherine Liu, Student Event Assistant, 2020

Katherine DeCoste, Student Communications Assistant, 2020

Dalia Grobovaite, Student Communications Assistant, 2018–2019

Teresa Chen, Student Evaluations Assistant, 2018–2019

Art Assoiants, Program Evaluator, 2018

Our Partners

Alberta Government
Canadian Mental Health Association

Alberta

Mental health for all
UCalgaryStrong
Alberta Campus

Mental Health Innovation