Supporting Trades Student Mental Health Through Campus-Community Partnerships

Trades are the backbone of our economy, providing essential services to communities across Canada. Through educational efforts, reducing the stigma around mental health for trades students in post-secondary education is recognized as crucial to their self-care and overall well-being. In this webinar, we will highlight the work done through a partnership between Cambrian College and CMHA in addressing mental health and wellness among Trades students. We will be joined by Seija Korpela and Brian Lobban from Cambrian College, and Christophe Coulombe from CMHA Sudbury/Manitoulin to discuss how this partnership project creates a supportive environment where Trades students can build confidence, prioritize their mental health, and access resources to identify signs and symptoms of mental health challenges. This focus on personal growth encourages a positive self-image and empowers students to take pride in their chosen field, enhancing their educational experience and overall well-being, as well as fostering a healthier community among their peers. Selena Norman from CICMH will also introduce our new toolkit on Supporting Trades Students Mental Health. French closed captioning will be available.