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Students' Association

of Bow Valley College

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Crisis Intervention Lines

National Suicide Crisis Helpline

988

Distress Centre

(403) 266-4357

Hope for Wellness -Indigenous support

1-855-242-3310

Resources / Supports

Mental health matters. Through Bow Valley College and our community partners, a variety of supports and services are available to help you succeed personally, academically, and professionally. Explore wellness, counselling, academic, financial, and community resources available to you. 

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On Campus Resources

Bow Valley College Counselling

Learner Success Services, 345 – 6 Avenue SE, First floor, South Campus

Offers free short-term individual and group counselling sessions and emergency appointments in cases of mental health crisis, suicide, or self-injury.

(403) 410-1440counselling@bowvalleycollege.caBook an Appointment

On Campus Resources

Sexual Violence Support

Learner Success Services, 345 – 6 Avenue SE, First floor, South Campus

The Sexual Violence Response Advisor provides confidential support and care for any Bow Valley College students impacted by sexual violence on- or off-campus.

(587) 393-3124svra@bowvalleycollege.caVisit Website

On Campus Resources

7 Cups

An online peer support service for BVC students with community forums that provide a supportive platform for people to discuss mental health experiences.

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On Campus Resources

Iniikokaan (Buffalo Lodge) Centre

345 - 6 Avenue SE, South Campus, Second Floor

Provides support for Indigenous learners through programs and services such as Elder sessions, ceremonies, sessions on Indigenous cultural ways of knowing and other cultural supports.

(403) 476-2255iniikokaan@bowvalleycollege.caVisit Website

On Campus Resources

Sacred Sisters Circle

A trauma-informed, Indigenous-led space for Indigenous women to gather and talk about domestic violence in a safe space.

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On Campus Resources

Stronger Together: Indigenous Men's Circle:

A weekly Indigenous Men’s Circle for Bow Valley College male identifying students to connect, share, and grow together.

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On Campus Resources

Flourish and Thrive: Neurodiverse/ADHD Group

North Campus Room N629

An in-person weekly peer support group for neurodiverse Bow Valley College students to connect and support each other. Share stories, do crafts, learn coping strategies and build friendships.

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On Campus Resources

MindWise on Campus: Suicide Prevention Training

An online and self-paced 30-minute suicide prevention training that uses video and interactive learning to teach students how to recognize warning signs and support those in need.

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On Campus Resources

Sleep 101: Self-paced Course for BVC Students on Sleep

Online course offered to BVC students through D2L. Learn how to improve your sleep habits, manage stress, and boost productivity as a college student in our online self-paced course.

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Indigenous Resources

Hope for Wellness Helpline

24/7 telephone and online chat services for all Indigenous people across Canada. Support is available upon request in English, French, Cree, Ojibway, and Inuktitut.

1-855-242-3310Online Chat

Indigenous Resources

Miskanawah

Miskanawah East: 2335 30 Ave NE, Calgary, Alberta, T2E 7C7

Miskanawah West: 2340 1 Ave. NW, Calgary, Alberta, T2N 0B8
(403) 247-5003 Ext. 2

An Indigenous-led organization offering programs and services in the areas of family support, youth services, clinical and cultural mental health supports, crisis support, housing support, and cultural and ceremonial supports.

(403) 247-5003 Ext. 1 Visit Website

Indigenous Resources

Aboriginal Friendship Centre of Calgary

Offers housing services, Elders services, community member services, and community outreach and cultural reconnection to all Indigenous peoples in Calgary, Alberta.

(403) 270-7379 info@afccalgary.orgProgram & Services

Indigenous Resources

BVC - Iniikokaan (Buffalo Lodge) Centre

345 - 6 Avenue SE, South Campus, Second Floor

Provides support for Indigenous learners through programs and services such as Elder sessions, ceremonies, sessions on Indigenous cultural ways of knowing and other cultural supports.

(403) 476-2255iniikokaan@bowvalleycollege.caVisit Website

Indigenous Resources

Sacred Sisters Circle

A trauma-informed, Indigenous-led space for Indigenous women to gather and talk about domestic violence in a safe space.

Sign Up

Indigenous Resources

Stronger Together: Indigenous Men's Circle

A weekly Indigenous Men’s Circle for Bow Valley College male identifying students to connect, share, and grow together.

Sign Up
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