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Roommate Agreement Template

A Guide for Students

February 21, 2024

This a template of a roommate agreement that can help protect you against common problems that arise between roommates. Roommates can work on the agreement together and decide what kinds of topics it will cover.

Toxic Positivity

February 21, 2024

In a society preoccupied with “good vibes”, it can be hard to ignore the social pressures pushing positivity. Although holding an optimistic outlook isn’t inherently a bad thing, the endless pursuit of positivity can become problematic.

Supporting Students with ADHD

February 21, 2024

This infosheet will help staff and faculty support students with ADHD in a post-secondary context. Please click on the PDF for more information.

How to Get Along with Your Roommate

A Guide for Students

February 12, 2024

Living with a roommate is one of the cornerstone events of a post-secondary experience. However, it can also make or break your experience and can even negatively impact your academic success and mental health. The information in this infosheet can positively support your relationship with your roommate. Please click on the PDF to view the full document.

Health Insurance for International Students

August 25, 2023

In this infosheet, what health insurance can look like for international students is explained as most newcomer students may not be aware the extent they are covered by their post-secondary institution or what they are insured for. This infosheet addresses what health coverage looks like in Canada and the plans that are typically offered for International students enrolled in university or college. It also provides examples of alternate/added coverage and a checklist for international students for what they may need to know to make an informed decision. 

Learning Shock

A Guide for Staff and Faculty

August 25, 2023

As numbers of international students increase within post-secondary institutions, learning shock or academic shock may be a prevalent phenomenon. Learning shock can occur among students when there is a notable change in the teaching or learning methods, depending on a change in geography, culture or situation (pandemic or war). You can learn more about what learning shock is, how learning and teaching methods can differ across cultures, how to support international students as they learn to navigate these changes and some resources to be better equip yourself. 

Rest and Sleep

A Guide for Students

June 16, 2023

This infosheet is aimed specifically at students. As a student, meeting deadlines, adjusting to new time zones, and feelings of stress, may lead you to struggle with sleep and rest. Data from the spring 2019 National College Health Assessment survey suggests that 29% of students have sleep difficulties that are affecting their academic studies. This infosheet provides valuable information on different kinds of sleep and rest, their benefits, and some tips for better sleep hygiene.

The Winter Blues

A Guide for Students

June 16, 2023

This infosheet is aimed specifically at students. Winter in Canada can bring many changes to the quality of our daily experience. The days get shorter and greyer. The weather is colder, and it may lead us to spend more time indoors. International students who have not experienced winter may find this time especially challenging to their mental wellness. Symptoms such as low energy, irritability, and low mood can arise.

Stress and Anxiety

A Guide for Students

June 16, 2023

This infosheet is aimed specifically at students. Stress and Anxiety among post-secondary students has always been a prevalent issue on campus. In a 2019 survey, 87% of post-secondary students across Canada reported feeling overwhelming anxiety, and only 24% were receiving treatment for it. A 2021 survey showed international students were deeply impacted by the pandemic, where 50% of students from 84 countries responded that they were at risk of anxiety disorders with social isolation, mental exhaustion and panic attacks. This infosheet provides valuable information on the origins of stress and anxiety, how to manage them, and how to seek support.

Test & Exam Anxiety

A Guide for Students

June 16, 2023

This infosheet was designed specifically for students. Feeling anxious about tests in school is an experience many of us can relate to. This can happen in anticipation of an upcoming exam or even when waiting to receive a grade following an exam. Both tests and anxiety are a natural part of school life and each of them have the potential to lead to personal growth. This infosheet provides valuable information on the triggers of test anxiety, as well as tips for offsetting it.