Events
Mental Illness Awareness Week
October 5 - October 9, 2026
Join us for Mental Illness Awareness Week events all week long from October 5-9, 2026.
Check out the schedule of events below or jump to a specific date.
Monday, October 5, 2026
Mental Health First Aid Training
An evidence-based course that provides skills on how to help someone experiencing a mental health problem or in crisis. Training is free for students.
Time: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Location: Virtual
Time: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Location: Virtual
Ask a Dietitian
Join dietitian Max to learn and ask questions about healthy eating, nutrition, and wellness.
Time: 12 p.m. - 2 p.m.
Location: Parker Building, Atrium
Time: 12 p.m. - 2 p.m.
Location: Parker Building, Atrium
The Chill Challenge Wellness Bingo
Wellness Bingo is open to all students - on-campus and online. Take your time and complete fun activities that boost your well-being, spread kindness, and allow you to explore campus while earning prizes!
When: All week
Where: Online and on campus
When: All week
Where: Online and on campus
Tuesday, October 6, 2026
Craft and Connect: Meet the Counselling Team
Join our peers for an afternoon of relaxation, socialization and creativity.
Time: 12 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Location: Parker Building, Atrium
Time: 12 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Location: Parker Building, Atrium
The Chill Challenge Wellness Bingo
Wellness Bingo is open to all students - on-campus and online. Take your time and complete fun activities that boost your well-being, spread kindness, and allow you to explore campus while earning prizes!
Wednesday, October 7, 2026
The Inquiring Mind (TIM) Training
An awareness program aimed at reducing stigma and promoting resilience and mental wellness for students.
Time: 1 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Location: Indigenous Sharing and Learning Centre
Time: 1 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Location: Indigenous Sharing and Learning Centre
The Chill Challenge Wellness Bingo
Wellness Bingo is open to all students - on-campus and online. Take your time and complete fun activities that boost your well-being, spread kindness, and allow you to explore campus while earning prizes!
Thursday, October 8, 2026
Speed Friending
Join us for a fun, low-pressure way to meet new people and create new friendships on campus.
Time: 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Location: Arts Building, A-120A
Time: 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Location: Arts Building, A-120A
Gambling Awareness
Hosted by the Responsible Gambling Council, this interactive "Jenga-style" challenge is designed to help students ages 18-24 build awareness of gambling risks. The activity illustrates the "illusion of control," showing how outcomes can be unpredictable, similar to sports betting.
Time: 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Location: Parker Building, Atrium
Time: 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Location: Parker Building, Atrium
Puppy Room
Join us for a day of pure joy! De-stress in the company of some cute, cuddly, and furry friends.
Time: 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Location: Parker Building, Atrium
Time: 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Location: Parker Building, Atrium
The Chill Challenge Wellness Bingo
Wellness Bingo is open to all students - on-campus and online. Take your time and complete fun activities that boost your well-being, spread kindness, and allow you to explore campus while earning prizes!
Friday, October 9, 2026
The Inquiring Mind (TIM) Training
An awareness program aimed at reducing stigma and promoting resilience and mental wellness for students.
Time: 9 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Location: Virtual
Time: 9 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Location: Virtual
Crafter’s Circle
Please join us for Crafter's Circle, where we come together and create Indigenous art and learn the history of the First Nation's craft. These small gatherings are open, free and welcome to all!
Time: 11 pam. - 3 p.m.
Location: Parker Building, Atrium
Time: 11 pam. - 3 p.m.
Location: Parker Building, Atrium
Puppy Room
Join us for a day of pure joy! De-stress in the company of some cute, cuddly, and furry friends.
Time: 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Location: Parker Building, Atrium
Time: 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Location: Parker Building, Atrium
The Chill Challenge Wellness Bingo
Wellness Bingo is open to all students - on-campus and online. Take your time and complete fun activities that boost your well-being, spread kindness, and allow you to explore campus while earning prizes!
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