International student wellness

Studying in a new country can be overwhelming. When you study in Canada, you have access to support programs and resources.

Find resources through your school

Many institutions offer services and programs on campus to help students find the help they need. Your school may be able to help you find:

• academic study and writing advice
• financial aid and scholarships
• housing or accommodation
• work on or off campus
• opportunities for networking, mentorship and meeting other students

You may also have access to other services to support you such as:

• academic advisors
• health and mental health services
• international student centres or offices
• legal aid clinics
• student unions
• writing centres

Contact your institution to find out which services are available to you.

Find support in Canada

Mental health support in Canada

• Crisis lines for those affected by gender-based violence
• Kids Help Phone
• Medimap
• Suicide.ca
• Talk Suicide Canada
• Youth Mental Health Canada – YMHC

Provincial and territorial resources

Related links

• About mental health
• Canadian Mental Health Association: Find CMHA in your area
• Centre for Addiction and Mental Health: Mental Health 101
• Mental health support: get help

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After your studies

Canada’s Alumni Network