Events Date: November 6, 2026 / 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Are you a student involved in mental health on your campus? If so, you are invited to the Fall 2026 Alberta Student Lunch and Learn on Friday, November 6th from 11am – 12pm MST (Alberta Time). This is a space to connect, share and learn with students across Alberta....
Events Date: November 6, 2026 / 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Are you a student involved in mental health on your campus? If so, you are invited to the Fall 2026 Alberta Student Lunch and Learn on Friday, November 6th from 11am – 12pm MST (Alberta Time). This is a space to connect, share and learn with students across Alberta....
Shared by CMHA Alberta and Centre for Suicide Prevention SfSL is a four-week psycho-educational group for youth aged 12-24 who have past or current experiences of suicidal thoughts or suicide attempts. SfSL aims to help participants build basic language, skills, and concepts to better understand thoughts about suicide while learning strategies to mitigate...
Remaining Resilient While Making a Difference: A Workbook for Becoming an Effective Activist
MacEwan University Students in collaboration with Wellness & Psychological Services This workbook addresses the relationship between activism, mental health, and well-being. In addition to exploring risk factors for declining mental health while participating in activism, it offers tools for preserving and maintaining one’s own well-being and building resilience. The resource mindfully walks participants through developing protective factors relating to diverse activist roles, intersectionality, and social media use. For more information or questions about this workbook email [email protected]
Meeting the Needs: Post-Secondary Students Speak on Mental Health and Support Gaps
Shared by Mental Health Research Canada This qualitative research study, conducted in July of 2025, engaged a sample of post-secondary students from across Canada to share their experiences with mental health. Financial concerns and a reluctance to seek support before a crisis occurs were among the key findings of the study related to barriers towards good mental health. Social connection, visible and accessible services, and culturally relevant supports were shared as...
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.
This year’s Calgary Regional Gathering at SAIT was a huge success! 10 different post-secondaries attended sharing connections, resources and inspiration on how to improve mental health and well-being in a variety of contexts on and off campus. Read the community report from this event where these ideas are summarized!
Events Date: February 12, 2026 / 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Are you a student interested in mental health and well-being on your campus? Have you noticed or experienced any gaps in the transition from K-12 to postsecondary, or between undergraduate and graduate programs? If so, you are invited to the Winter 2026 Alberta Student Lunch and Learn on Thursday, February 12th from 11am – 12pm. This is a space to connect, share and learn...
Events Date: May 21 - 22, 2026 / 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
The 2026 HCA Wellness Summit at the Concordia University of Edmonton on May 21st & 22nd is SOLD OUT! Add your name to the waitlist here! “Wayfinding – Together in Wellness” Based on feedback and insights drawn from conversations, surveys, campus visits and events with the Community of Practice since the...
Peer Support Webinar Series – Mind the Gaps: Strengthening Mental Health Support on MRU’s Campus
Webinars Date: May 7, 2025 / 10:00 am - 11:00 am MST
Join HCA and MRU for an inside look at the creation and first year of the After Hours Peer Support Centre – an innovative response to gaps in mental health support during evenings and weekends. MRU’s After Hours Peer Support Coordinators Julia and Sarah and Peer Supporter Spencer will walk...
The Student Mental Health Network is a free, universally-accessible source for mental health promotion resources and tools targeted specifically to post-secondary students across Canada. The website is built on three pillars: Learn, connect and access. It offers a digital shop for mental health education, tools, and resources curated for post-secondary...
Shared by CMHA National The Campus Peer Support training and resources was originally developed by CMHA National for a three-year pilot program beginning in 2021 and is now available for free to post-secondary institutions. The curriculum, materials, and resources can be adapted to the needs of each campus —whether launching...
Shared by CMHA National The Campus Peer Support training and resources was originally developed by CMHA National for a three-year pilot program beginning in 2021 and is now available for free to post-secondary institutions. The curriculum, materials, and resources can be adapted to the needs of each campus —whether launching...
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