News & Announcements
Back to school mental health tips during the COVID-19 Pandemic
August 25, 2020
As students prepare for a very different back-to-school season, The Centre for Innovation in Campus Mental Health (CICMH) is reminding students to keep their mental health in mind during the...
We are hiring! Research & Knowledge Lead, CICMH
July 29, 2020
We are hiring! Our team is seeking an experienced individual to join us as a Research and Knowledge Lead. Reporting to the Director, CICMH, this position will provide...
Ontario Makes Major Investment in Mental Health and Technology to Support Students
New resources will help students return to school with the tools they need to succeed
June 18, 2020
Please check out our webinar: Grade 12 to post-secondary: Transitions during COVID-19 June 18, 2020 11:50 A.M. Ministry of Education VAUGHAN – The Ontario Minister of Education, Stephen...
Universities see strong early numbers for the fall
June 11, 2020
NATHAN DENETTE/THE CANADIAN PRESS Ontario students are taking up university admission offers at almost the same rate as before the pandemic, suggesting the shift to online education may not...
Ontario Unveils a Plan to Reopen Postsecondary Education
Phased Approach Prioritizes the Health and Safety of Students and Staff
June 10, 2020
TORONTO — The Ontario government has developed a plan for the gradual and safe resumption of in-person instruction at postsecondary institutions across the province for the summer term. The plan...
How professors can help university students during the COVID-19 pandemic
By fostering positive relationships, professors can help improve the mental health of their students.
May 29, 2020
With Canada locked down due to the coronavirus pandemic, it’s not uncommon for our students to lose educational ground during this time. Things have changed drastically, with a loss of...
Thousands of volunteers come forward to offer mental health support during COVID-19
Helping others effective coping strategy to reduce pandemic stress, psychologist says
May 20, 2020
As Canadians continue to grapple with an unprecedented level of stress as the COVID-19 pandemic wears on, thousands of volunteers have come forward to offer emotional support to others — a...
Youth more concerned about health of others than their own amid pandemic: StatCan
May 19, 2020
TORONTO — Canadian youth say they are more concerned about the health of others than their own amid the COVID-19 pandemic, according to new survey results from Statistics Canada. ...
Majority of Ryerson classes to be held online in fall, university announces
Campus activities will take place if permitted by health officials, says Ryerson's president
May 19, 2020
A majority of Ryerson’s 2020 fall courses will be delivered online as Toronto continues to grapple with daily new COVID-19 infections, the university announced Friday. Mohamed Lachemi, the school’s president...
Gap year gaining popularity thanks to COVID-19 Social Sharing
Faced with the prospect of online courses next year, many students are exploring their options
May 19, 2020
Like a growing number of students set to graduate high school in June, Charlotte Richer says the COVID-19 pandemic has prompted her to explore the idea of putting her first year...