Do you need urgent help? Are you in crisis, feeling unsafe, or worried you might hurt yourself or others? If you are experiencing a life-threatening issue, please call 988 (Canada's Suicide Hot-line); 911; contact the Campus Special Constable Service (519) 888-4911 ext. 22222; or go the the nearest hospital emergency room.
We got you. It can be challenging to find the resources we need, especially when we are feeling overwhelmed or are in distress. The Community Well-being Team has gathered a variety of resources to help you find the support you need.
Asking for help is often an act of extreme bravery. We are glad you are taking steps to access the support you need and deserve.
There are numerous resources available both on-campus and in the community. If you are uncertain which resources would be the best fit for you, you can find more information on our Self-Screening and our types of mental health support page. Also, feel free to connect with the well--being contact in your department or the Community Well-being Team. We can help you find what you need.
Mental Health Facts
According to the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA)
- Mental health and mental illness are often used interchangeably, but they are not the same thing.
- "Mental health” is a concept similar to “physical health”: it refers to a state of well-being. Mental health includes our emotions, feelings of connection to others, our thoughts and feelings, and being able to manage life’s highs and lows.
- Mental illness indirectly affects all Canadians at some time either through their own experience, or that of a family member, friend or colleague.
- In any given year, 1 in 5 people in Canada will personally experience a mental health problem or illness.
- Approximately 70% of mental illness onset between ages 14-25.
- By age 40, about 50% of the population will have or have had a mental illness.
For additional facts about mental health, the CMHA website