External mental health resources
On this page you’ll find a carefully compiled selection of resources that we have personally vetted to offer you that extra level of care when you need it most.
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You are never alone in your struggle. There are many other students around the world who share your thoughts and feelings and many other experts who have created programs and resources to help.
We invite you to browse them all and get valuable insights from mental health professionals around the world.
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Understanding Substance Use
Substance use and the impact on mental health
Overdose Prevention
Basics information on overdoses and how to recognize and reduce risk
Opioid use disorder: Beyond Stigma
Short video that explores the impact of opioid use and how to move past stigma
Mental Illness and Addiction Index
Short overviews of multiple substances and their impact
Alberta Mental Health and Addiction Framework
Key concepts and action strategies for addressing student mental health and addiction problems in post-secondary institutions
Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)
Short overview of Generalized Anxiety Disorder
Anxiety Canada
Multiple resources on Anxiety including articles, videos, and self-help strategies
Anxiety Help Guide
Review of types of Anxiety—recognizing, coping and other self-help strategies
Anxiety Disorders
An overview including signs and symptoms, causes and risk factors, and diagnosis and treatment
Mindshift CBT App
MindShift® CBT uses scientifically proven strategies based on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) to support your mental health.
Family Caregiver Center (Alberta)
An AHS and Calgary Health Foundation partnership—information, education, and support for caregivers
Caregivers Support Community
Online support community for individuals in a caregiving role
Benefits for Caregivers—Government of Canada
Different benefits for caregivers in Canada
Foundry Virtual BC
Young people aged 12-24 and their caregivers can access virtual services through the Foundry BC app from anywhere in British Columbia.
Covid-19 Information (Alberta)
General information and statistics on Covid-19 in Alberta
Covid-19 Resources Canada
A national online grassroots and multidisciplinary platform that shares information about Covid-19
Mental Health and Wellness During the Covid-19 Pandemic
A short article and video with tips on managing Covid-19 anxiety
Depression Overview
Overview of Depression including multiple webinars and blog posts
Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) in Research
Overview of EDI and how to pertains to best practices in research
Grieving: What is Grief?
An overview of what grief is and possible ways to address it
Grief and Bereavement Resource Repository
A database of various resources that support individuals experiencing grief or bereavement
Helpful Websites for Grieving (United States of America)
A collection of websites and resources that address grief at various levels
Learning Through Loss (British Columbia + Canada)
A collection of resources to help and support individuals experiencing grief and loss.
Care for Caregivers
Care for Caregivers is an online resource established in response to the 2020 COVID
Alberta Human Rights Act
Revised statutes of Alberta 2000. Chapter A-25.5
Alberta Human Rights Commission
Various resources and updates regarding human rights in Alberta
Guide to the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms
An overview of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms
Duty to Accommodate: Alberta Human Rights Commission
Are you aware of the details of human rights law when it comes to accommodation that might affect your mental health?
View the interpretive bulletinIndigenous Mental Health—Alberta Health Services (AHS)
Provides a list of culturally appropriate Health Services and resources
Mental Health and Wellness in First Nations and Inuit Communities
Overview of mental health including links to programs and a short video
Mental Health Resources for Indigenous People
Database of resources that support Indigenous communities with mental health
Mental Health Programs for Aboriginal Peoples in Canada
Canadian database that locates mental health programs for Indigenous individuals
Gender Identity
Various resources exploring the topic of gender identity
Sexual Orientation
Various resources exploring the topic of sexual orientation
It Gets Better Project
Multiple resources including articles and videos intended to empower and connect the LGBTQ+ community
SOGI123
Sexual orientation and gender identity (SOGI) resources in Alberta.
LGBT Youthline (Ontario)
Youth Line offers confidential and non-judgemental peer support through our telephone, text, and chat services.
PFlag
PFlag Canada is a national charitable organization, founded by parents who wished to help themselves and their family members understand and accept their LGBTQ2S children.
Coping with Loneliness
Overview of loneliness and possible coping strategies
Mental Health Facts
Short and quick facts about mental health
Canada's Mental Health Strategy
Service providers, researchers, and policy experts calling for much needed change in Canada’s first mental health strategy
Read the strategy documentMental Health and High School Curriculum Guide
Improve your mental health literacy through this guide from the Teen Mental Health Organisation
Read the curriculum guideMental Health Supports: Get Help
An overview of mental health supports from the Government of Canada.
BounceBack (British Columbia)
A free skills-building program for individuals 13+ in B.C. designed to help manage mood, depression, anxiety, stress or worry.
Here2Talk (British Columbia)
A resource that connects B.C. post-secondary students with mental health support.
Togetherall (Ontario)
A resource that connects B.C. post-secondary students with mental health support.
Talk Suicide Canada
Talk Suicide Canada provides nationwide, 24-hour, bilingual support to anyone who is facing suicide.
AbilitiCBT
AbilitiCBT is an online, therapist-assisted program that you can access from any device, at any time.
notOK
notOK App® is a free digital panic button to get you immediate support via text, phone call, or GPS location when you’re struggling to reach out.
Men’s Mental Health
A short blog that discusses men’s mental health in the current climate and how to support
Why We Should be Talking about Men’s Mental Health
A short article discussing men and depression
Health at a Glance
Statistics of suicide and other factors in Canada
Men’s Mental Health: ‘Man up’ is not the Answer
An article discussing men’s mental health and barriers
Heads Up Guys
An online, anonymous resource specifically designed for men, and their families, to prevent the continued erosion of men’s mental health and deaths by suicide.
Mindfit Toolkit: Mental Wellness for Men
The Canadian Men’s Health Foundation is a national, registered charity providing information, tools, and motivation for men and their families to live healthier.
MensLine Australia- Anger Management Toolkit
These MensLine Australia worksheets are designed to assist in developing personal skills to better manage anger.
Academic Accommodations: Guidelines for Post-Secondary Students with Mental Health Disabilities
14 recommendations researched, funded, and compiled by the Ontario Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities Mental Health Innovation Fund
World Health Organization: Mental Health Policy
An assessment of historical and global health reforms, policies, and social context
View the policySocial Determinants of Health: Canadian Facts
An insightful study on health inequities and causing social factors in Canada
Read the studyPsychological Health and Safety Standards for Post-Secondary Students
An overview of the scoping literature review and recommendations for psychological health and safety standards for post-secondary studies
View the reportPost-Secondary Student Mental Health: Guide to a Systemic Approach
Guidelines to support the creation of a campus community that is deeply conducive to transformative learning and mental health
View the guideSelf-Care
Resources for Health Care workers during Covid-19
Self-Care
Resources and articles about self-care and/or anxiety
Six Ways to Practice Self-Care
Suggestions for self-care
Insight Timer
An app that is focused on meditation, yoga and sleep
Stress
An article outlining what stress is and possible strategies to address stress
Mental Health—Coping with Stress
An overview of the background of stress, symptoms, health effects, minimizing risks and more
Stress-related Resources
A list of resources organized by concern that are related to stress
Trauma Resources - CMHA
A PDF that reviews trauma and resources.
Complex Trauma Resources
A comprehensive repository of information and resources on complex traumatic stress.
Trauma Association of Canada
A list of resources and links about trauma and a list of hospitals and clinics within health regions.
Veterans Transition Network - Resources
A list of resources offering free or specialized programs for former CF and RCMP members
Veterans Affairs Canada (VAC) Resources
Information and tools related to services and benefits from the department
Support for Veterans
The Legion’s Veterans Support Network which serves Veterans, members of CAF, RCMP and their families
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