Support for those students effected by recent events


For those Sault College students who are devastated by the tragic discovery of 215 bodies of indigenous children at Kamloops Indian Residential School in BC, we want to reach out with supports for you. 
We recognize that students' are impacted and may need accommodations and support as they navigate this very difficult time. We encourage you to reach out if you need any support so you can continue your studies successfully.


Elders- In-Residence

We have two Elders in Residence at Sault College: Barbara Nolan, Elder
Barbara.Nolan@saultcollege.ca
Ted Recollet, Elder
Ted.Recollet@saultcollege.ca

Counselors
Email to book a meeting with a counselor to discuss how you're feeling, especially if you don't know how to cope with the abundance of emotions. studentsupport@saultcollege.ca

IRSSS
The IRSSS can be contacted toll-free at 1-800-721-0066. A national Indian Residential School Crisis Line has been set up to provide support for former students and those affected. Access emotional and crisis referral services by calling the 24-hour national crisis line: 1-866-925-4419






Helping yourself:
Email to book a meeting with a counselor to discuss how you're feeling, especially if you don't know how to cope with the abundance of emotions. studentsupport@saultcollege.ca

Take a read through these articles provided by CAMH:
Take a minute to add these important numbers to your phone to use:
  • I.M. Well App (available for free download on iTunes or android)
  • Sault Area Hospital Crisis Services: 705-759-3398 or 1-800-721-0077
  • Mobile Crisis Response: 705-759-1230
  • Sault Ste. Marie Police Services: 9-1-1
  • GOOD2TALK Post-Secondary Student Helpline: 1-866-925-5454
  • Regional Warm Line: 1-866-856-9276
  • First Nations and Inuit Hope for Wellness Help Line: 1-855-242-3310
Concerned on campus? Never hesitate to contact security at 705-759-2554 ext. 2712

Feeling overwhelmed by social media? It's okay to take a detox to reset. Check out this article on where to start, and signs of may be it's time to take a break.

Helping others:
Need a read to start processing how to help those you are not able to be with physically? Can't see those that need support because of Covid as well? Try these articles as a starting point!
Tips on Talking to Someone in a Crisis During Covid
Care Giving in the Era of Covid



Local Activities Permitted for your Mental Health
SCSU is here to support students. We remain committed to adapting to our changing students needs and staying transparent in our intent to help you be successful. Please never hesitate to reach out scsuinfo@saultcollege.ca