Your mental health and well-being matter. Whether you need someone to talk to, a community to connect with or tools to manage stress, MacEwan offers support to help you every step of the way. Explore what’s available and find the mix that works best for you.
Mental health affects us all
No one is untouched by mental health. We all experience it, either personally or through the people we care about.
1 in 5
Canadians face a mental health challenge each year
50%
of Canadians experience mental illness by age 40
20%
of Canadians aged 5 to 24 are affected by mental illness
From on-campus, in-person counselling to on-demand, online support, you can connect with help when and how you need it.
WELLNESS and PSYCHOLOGICAL SERVICES
Counselling on campus
On-campus counselling is free and confidential. Professional counsellors are available from Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
MACEWAN UNIVERSITY HEALTH CENTRE
Health care on campus
The MacEwan University Health Centre (MUHC) provides comprehensive care for your physical and mental health needs.
UWILL
Online support
Uwill offers online counselling, 24/7 crisis support and wellness programming. Registered therapists are available via video, phone, chat or messaging.
In addition to counselling, you can access specialized support for academic accommodations, sexual violence and peer-to-peer connection—whatever kind of help you need.
ACCESS and DISABILITY RESOURCES
Academic accommodations
If you have a disability or medical condition, ADR can help remove barriers to learning by setting up the accommodations and support you need.
SEXUAL VIOLENCE PREVENTION, EDUCATION and RESPONSE
Support after sexual violence
OSVPER offers confidential, trauma-informed support and resources to help sexual violence survivors. No formal complaint is required.
SAMU PEER SUPPORT
Students helping students
The students’ association offers a safe, confidential space to find resources or chat with fellow students in person, online or through text.
Explore PHET Resources
From mindfulness exercises to toolkits, these self-directed resources can help you manage stress, build resilience and take care of your well-being.
From campus events to student stories, discover what’s new in mental health at MacEwan. Learn, connect and stay engaged with supports that matter.
Concerned about a student?
If you are a MacEwan faculty or staff member concerned about a student who is in a non-emergency situation, you can refer that individual to the Student of Concern team through the Help Desk on myPortal. Please follow these steps:
- Log in to myPortal.
- Click on MacEwan Help Centre in the Quick Links.
- Click on the Student of Concern tile.
- Fill out the form fields and click send.
- A Student Support Coordinator will receive the referral and reach out if other details are required.
The Student of Concern Team is made up of professionals from Student Affairs, Campus Security, Wellness and Psychological Services, and the Office of Investigations. It identifies, assesses and offers appropriate support to students who may be at risk or pose a risk to others.
780-497-4202
studentofconcern@macewan.ca
Hours (Mountain Time)
8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Urgent after-hours requests, please contact 780-497-5555 (Campus Security).
Supports for faculty and staff
If you’re a MacEwan faculty or staff member looking for mental health supports or interested in learning more about the services available to you, visit the Careers page for information on employee well-being and benefits. You can also browse the A–Z Directory to find additional options.