- Social Determinants of Health Framework
- Introduction to International Students
- International Students’ Mental Health
- Recruitment and Pre-Arrival
- Financial Vulnerability
- Housing Insecurity
- Healthcare
- Food Insecurity
- Sexuality
- Social Connectedness
- Academic Stress
- Career and Employment
- The Francophone Perspective
- Supporting Students Coming from Areas of Conflict
- Summary of Recommendations
- Resources for International Students
- Appendix to International Students
- Infosheets & Programs
- References for International Students
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References for International Students
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