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Did you know that Bow Valley College offers free counselling services for current BVC students. The counsellors available are fantastic and can help to work with you to address many different concerns. Some of the services offered include: Group sessions to help you develop strategies for managing anxiety, building better relationships, and increasing positive emotions. Short-term one-on-one counselling support. Wellness workshops to help you build or maintain wellbeing. M

Wellness Wednesday & Crafternoon Wellness Wednesday & Crafternoon are ongoing events that SABVC hosts for students with the intention of giving students a safe space to relax, destress, and take part in a wellbeing activity. Activities will be different each session so that there is always something for everyone! Past activities have included friendship bracelet making, painting, button pin making, origami, meditation, and more! We always have colouring sheets available for t

Did you know that September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month? Here at SABVC we are committed to prioritizing the mental health and wellbeing of BVC students. We understand that being a student can be difficult and can become an overwhelming experience that significantly impacts your mental health. The 2016 National College Health Assessment Survey found that 13.1% of post-secondary students had seriously considered suicide, and 2.1% had attempted suicide. And although th

Stress can affect anyone at any time, and will manifest itself differently for each person. What one person may be able to tolerate is not the same for another. Stress is also not always 'bad', stress can often be useful in a variety of ways. It is when tolerable amounts of stress begin to overlap and pile on top of each other that we begin to experience negative impacts. When stress negatively effects us, we can see it cause symptoms and responses in our bodies physically,

Being a student can be extremely stressful. Between juggling classes, exams, jobs, course work, and social lives, it can get very overwhelming very quickly. Learning resilience techniques is one way to help cope and manage with the stresses of being a student. Building resilience is one step that can help students to thrive while they are studying. Learn more about resilience techniques for post-secondary students by clicking here. Download the PDF resource here.

Did you know SABVC has free hygiene products and condoms available for students? A large part of mental and physical wellbeing is taking care of personal hygiene and practicing safe sex. At SABVC we believe there should not be barriers to being able to access the products needed for this such as pads, tampons, and condoms. Stop by our office if you are in need of any tampons, pads, intimate area wipes, or a variety of different sizes, shapes, and types of condoms. These are c

Did you know that eating disorders affect an estimated 8 – 17% of post-secondary students. Eating disorders can affect anyone, at any time, and you cannot tell whether someone has an eating disorder by looking at them. Students in post-secondary environments are often faced with new challenges such as being away from home for the first time, having higher levels of stress and anxiety due to course work, higher frequency of substance use, as well as changes in income which can

June marks the beginning of National Indigenous History Month, an opportunity for everyone to take some time to learn about the Indigenous cultures throughout Canada, including those in Calgary and Alberta. It also provides time to reflect on the impacts of colonialism throughout Canada's development, and how we can support Indigenous peoples. Calgary is situated on Treaty 7 territory, and has been home to the Blackfoot Confederacy which is made up by the Aapátohsipikáni, Pii

With the start of the spring semester, and summer on the horizon, it's important to take some time to care for your mental health. SABVC has free mental health resources open to students to take advantage of here at our office. Stop by anytime to pickup any of these resources. Visit our site to learn about all the resources that SABVC offers, including mywellnessplan, included in students' healthcare coverage. Coming up on May 13, SABVC is hosting Wellness Wednesday, a chance

Since April 1, 2026, post-secondary international students are not required to obtain a co-op work permit for work placement, which is the work experience required by your designated learning institution (DLI) to complete your study program. If you’ve already submitted a co-op work permit application but no longer need it under the new rules, you can withdraw your application. As a post-secondary student, you can participate in a work placement if you meet all of the foll

Thank you to everyone who voted and engaged in the SABVC 2026 Election! This year, we reached an exciting 10.5% voter turnout, reflecting strong student participation across campus. We are pleased to introduce the newly elected 2026–2027 Board of Directors: Arshpreet Singh Brar Christal Ann Concepcion-Harty Okechukwu Godwin Ebogu Tchukas Chukwukadibia Ezeudoye David Jesus Garcia Segura Eleanor Gail Grant Pearl Lugo Daynia Nelson Hazel Villacarlos Thank you to all candidates,

Join us for a quick and engaging Security Awareness Lunch & Learn on March 24th. SABVC teams up with Paladin Security to help you feel confident and informed about staying safe on campus.

Being a student makes tax season feel extra stressful, but you don’t have to go through it alone. Your Students' Association is bringing back its Free Tax Clinic with the help of our Accounting students, led by Program Chair Andre Lambrinoudis, giving students an easy, stress‑free way to get their taxes done.

Are you curious about what a career in Human Resources looks like? Wondering how to get started, build your network, or connect with professionals who have been exactly where you are now? You’re invited to HR Unlocked: Career, Conversation & Coffee —an exciting networking experience designed for all students , no matter your program or year of study. What You Can Expect Here’s what’s waiting for you: 🔹 Roundtable conversations with HR professionals Sit down with experienced

The SCM Club is bringing real‑world learning to campus through an exciting Speaker Series featuring industry expert Terry Imeson. Join us on February 12 to explore how AI is transforming supply chain careers and what skills future leaders need. Refreshments provided!

Are you renting in Calgary? Not sure what your rights are as a tenant? Whether you're dealing with unfair landlords, unclear lease terms, or just want to avoid getting taken advantage of — this workshop is for YOU.

SABVC is here to help you manage end-of-semester pressure with Stress Less Week, running December 1–5! Check out the full schedule here!

Canada's 2026–2028 Immigration Levels Plan: Key Changes for International Students and Temporary Workers The Government of Canada has released its latest immigration levels plan for 2026–2028. Despite the already anticipated decrease in overall immigration levels, Canada continues to encourage the arrival of temporary residents and, most importantly, permanent residence applications from those who are already in the country. From 2026 to 2028, Canada will prioritize those who

Student Research Assistant: Loretta Enofe-Laurel When Loretta Enofe-Laurel first heard she’d be a researcher during her gap year, she instinctively pictured a boring lab. Years later armed with a master’s degree, Loretta joined the College to pursue a Health and Human Services Management (HHSM) post-diploma certificate in Fall 2023, graduating later in 2024 Fall term. Her studies, spanning rigorous courses from the Chiu School of Business and School of Community Studies, plu

As SABVC always says, we are empowering your campus journey! One key way we do this is by proudly funding Bow Valley College’s Peer Tutoring Program —one of the most valuable academic support services on campus. The Peer Tutoring Program provides free, one-on-one academic support to students who need help with course-specific content. Need to brush up on your math skills? Looking for extra help in technical or digital studies? Want to improve your writing or language abilitie