Here, you will find all of the Tools and Resources that we have shared on our site. You can use the pages to explore them or use the search bar above to look for something specific. We have also sorted the tools and resources into three categories: Framework & Strategies, Initiatives, Training, and Tools, and Healthy Campus Alberta Information. Is there a resource that you would like to see shared here? Please let us know!
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Comparing Health and Well-being Frameworks and Guides for Post-secondary Campuses
Comparing Health and Well-being Frameworks and Guides for Post-secondary Campuses
Shared by the Centre for Innovation in Campus Mental Health (CICMH) CICMH provides a detailed look into the application of The Okanagan Charter, The Limerick Framework, and The National Standard, including shared principles between all three frameworks.
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Youth and Suicide Resources
Youth and Suicide Resources
Shared by CMHA Alberta and Centre for Suicide Prevention This collection of youth and suicide resources contains fact sheets and toolkits to support children and youth who may be at risk of suicide. Part of the largest suicide prevention, intervention and postvention research library in Canada, the resources included here cover the following: Safety Plans to prevent suicide for...
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Meeting the Needs: Post-Secondary Students Speak on Mental Health and Support Gaps
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...
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2026 HCA Wellness Summit: Summary and Community Report
2026 HCA Wellness Summit: Summary and Community Report
The 2026 HCA Wellness Summit took place in person over 2 days, May 21st & 22nd at Concordia University of Edmonton. The theme of this year’s Summit was Wayfinding: Together in Wellness, affirming that although the landscape continues to shift and new challenges emerge, our Community of Practice can co-create pathways that are sustainable, compassionate, and responsive to the realities of our post-secondary communities. 21...
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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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You’re Closer Than You Think: Becoming a Recovery-Friendly Campus
You’re Closer Than You Think: Becoming a Recovery-Friendly Campus
Webinars Date: March 18, 2026 / 10:00 am - 11:00 am MST
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...
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Food security initiatives at Alberta post-secondaries.
Food security initiatives at Alberta post-secondaries.
Below are a number of initiatives from Alberta post-secondary institutions around food security. Food for Thought | University of Lethbridge Food security | Current Students | University of Calgary Goal 2: Zero Hunger – Sustainable Development Goals Info Hub | University of Alberta | University of Alberta Sustainability Council: Uplifting...
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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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Winter 2026 HCA Alberta Student Lunch and Learn
Winter 2026 HCA Alberta Student Lunch and Learn
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...
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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 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...
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Exploring The Limerick Framework for Action
Exploring The Limerick Framework for Action
Webinars Date: February 4, 2026 / 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm MST
Join Healthy Campus Alberta for a webinar featuring Dr. Vicki Squires, Co-Chair of the Canadian Health Promoting Campuses Network, and Dr. Jennifer Thannhauser, Evaluation Lead for UCalgary’s Community Mental Health and Well-Being Strategy, as we explore the Limerick Framework for Action. This session will provide background on the Framework’s development, an overview of its...
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