Resources Archive
An Intersectionality-based policy analysis framework
Critical reflections on methodology for advancing equity
January 17, 2025
In the field of health, numerous frameworks have emerged that advance understandings of the differential impacts of health policies to produce inclusive and socially just health outcomes. In this paper, we present the development of an important contribution to these efforts – an Intersectionality-Based Policy Analysis (IBPA) Framework.
Building a Mental Health Strategy
November 26, 2024
The CACUSS (Canadian Association of College and University Student Services) framework provides users with fundamental components to inform campus strategy development for addressing student mental health in post-secondary institutions. Whether you are revising your campus’s mental health strategy, or developing one from scratch, this document aims to provide you with a few key resources to help you navigate building a mental health strategy as per the CACUSS framework.
Student Orientation Package: CICMH Mental Health Resources
A digital package for post-secondary students on campus.
September 12, 2024
The CICMH digital mental health resource toolkit includes a brief overview of the free mental health resources available on our website. Feel free to share the package with colleagues and students. The materials can be used as a complement to your orientation package.
Post-Secondary National Standard
July 10, 2024
Build an understanding of the different components of the National Standard of Canada for Mental Health and Well-being for Post-Secondary Students (the Standard)
Post-Secondary Student Mental Health Strategies in Ontario
June 25, 2024
This document provides some examples of mental health strategies within various post-secondary institutions in Ontario. We have also included documents with relevant recommendations put forward by some campuses on creating mental health policy and strategy. This is not an exhaustive list as some of the documents cannot be accessed online. If you would like to see your campus on this list or would like us to update one of the links below, please contact: info@campusmentalhealth.ca.
Creating New Partnerships – Avoiding Growing Pains
June 6, 2024
As you navigate through a new partnership, it is easy to get lost in the excitement of it. Establishing a partnership that has shared visions and goals is compelling and inspiring but maintaining a sustainable partnership and reducing those ‘growing pains’ can prove to be a challenge. Once your partnership is established, using these tips below can get you started in working towards maintaining an intentional and collaborative relationship with your partner(s).
Campus Community 22-23 Project Summaries
June 6, 2024
The demand for post-secondary student mental health services and supports is increasing. Campuses and community health organizations are struggling to meet this growing demand. Meanwhile, individual campuses and community agencies have unique skills, resources and/or approaches that would benefit other partners. Developing and strengthening partnerships between community mental health agencies and public post-secondary institutions can enable all service providers to better support the needs of post- secondary students. This infosheet summarizes last year's projects.
Developing a Campus Mental Health Strategy
June 25, 2024 | 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM EST
Dr. Andrew Szeto and Dr. Jennifer Thannhauser will join us to discuss their journey with the renewal and evaluation of the mental health strategy at the University of Calgary. They will highlight themes that emerged from this journey and the research surrounding them. These themes include upstream strategies for student mental health, post-secondary resilience, academic culture, and community support.