Events & Webinars

Here, we are sharing events hosted and/or created by the community of practice, as well as other relevant events that we think may be of interest to the community. If you have an event that you believe may interest the community of practice or questions about the events shared here, please contact us

Upcoming HCA Events

HCA 2025-2026 Online Provincial Gathering (formerly the Online Regional Gathering)

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HCA 2025-2026 Online Provincial Gathering (formerly the Online Regional Gathering)

  These gatherings will provide an opportunity to learn about HCA, impact future priorities of HCA, and connect for meaningful conversation with a diverse group of partners in campus mental health and well-being.    Regional Gathering Purpose  To increase understanding of who HCA is and what we do  To provide an opportunity for impact on the work of HCA and to gauge resonance with the...

You’re Closer Than You Think: Becoming a Recovery-Friendly Campus

Webinars

You’re Closer Than You Think: Becoming a Recovery-Friendly Campus

Many campuses are already doing meaningful work to support campus members in recovery. They just might not be calling it that yet. The Recovery-Friendly Campus Pledge recognizes and strengthens the work already happening to support well-being and recovery across the campus community.  Not sure where to start? This session breaks...

From Food Access to Food Skills: Campus Partnerships Supporting Food Security

Webinars

From Food Access to Food Skills: Campus Partnerships Supporting Food Security

Join Barb Sheldon as she shares her collaborative work with Bow Valley College and the University of Calgary’s Food Hub 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 programs, build confidence, reduce stigma,...

2026 HCA Wellness Summit

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2026 HCA Wellness Summit

The 2026 HCA Wellness Summit will take place at the Concordia University of Edmonton on May 21st & 22nd! View the High Level Agenda  “Wayfinding – Together in Wellness”  Based on feedback and insights drawn from conversations, surveys, campus visits and events with the Community of Practice since the 2025...

Upcoming HCA Events

HCA 2025-2026 Online Provincial Gathering (formerly the Online Regional Gathering)

Events

HCA 2025-2026 Online Provincial Gathering (formerly the Online Regional Gathering)

  These gatherings will provide an opportunity to learn about HCA, impact future priorities of HCA, and connect for meaningful conversation with a diverse group of partners in campus mental health and well-being.    Regional Gathering Purpose  To increase understanding of who HCA is and what we do  To provide an opportunity for impact on the work of HCA and to gauge resonance with the...

You’re Closer Than You Think: Becoming a Recovery-Friendly Campus

Webinars

You’re Closer Than You Think: Becoming a Recovery-Friendly Campus

Many campuses are already doing meaningful work to support campus members in recovery. They just might not be calling it that yet. The Recovery-Friendly Campus Pledge recognizes and strengthens the work already happening to support well-being and recovery across the campus community.  Not sure where to start? This session breaks...

From Food Access to Food Skills: Campus Partnerships Supporting Food Security

Webinars

From Food Access to Food Skills: Campus Partnerships Supporting Food Security

Join Barb Sheldon as she shares her collaborative work with Bow Valley College and the University of Calgary’s Food Hub 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 programs, build confidence, reduce stigma,...

2026 HCA Wellness Summit

Events

2026 HCA Wellness Summit

The 2026 HCA Wellness Summit will take place at the Concordia University of Edmonton on May 21st & 22nd! View the High Level Agenda  “Wayfinding – Together in Wellness”  Based on feedback and insights drawn from conversations, surveys, campus visits and events with the Community of Practice since the 2025...

Recent Events & Webinars

Let’s talk about it: Using film to start conversations about mental health

Webinars

Let’s talk about it: Using film to start conversations about mental health

It’s well-known that early intervention and prevention are the most effective ways to address mental illness, but starting a conversation with students about mental health can be hard. While films and videos are great ways to introduce the topic, they also present unique challenges such as triggering audience members. Over...

CMHA National Conference 2019: Mental Health for All

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CMHA National Conference 2019: Mental Health for All

Hosted by the Canadian Mental Health Association

World Suicide Prevention Day 2019

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World Suicide Prevention Day 2019

Hosted by the Centre of Suicide Prevention  “Tomorrow, September 10, is World Suicide Prevention Day. In remembrance of those lost to suicide, we encourage you to light a candle or lantern by a window at 8 pm tomorrow.”

International Overdose Awareness Day 2019

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International Overdose Awareness Day 2019

Hosted by Penington Institute “International Overdose Awareness Day is a global event held on 31 August each year that aims to raise awareness of overdose and reduce the stigma of drug-related death. Show Your Support.”