Essential Information
Browse the resources below to learn more about your health and well-being!
Housing and Accommodations
Whether you choose to live on-campus or off-campus, Algonquin College can help with accommodation options to suit your lifestyle and needs. Planning ahead is important, here are some questions to consider in your decision and search:
- What is my monthly budget?
- How important is it for me to live close to campus?
- Do I prefer living with others or alone?
On-Campus Housing
Algonquin College offers Residence, at the Ottawa Campus. Live with a roommate in a two-bedroom suite featuring two separate, fully-furnished bedrooms.
Advantages
- Student community ā on-campus location
- All-inclusive fees
- 24-hour security and support
- Prepared food options
- Amenities and social events
To learn more, click here.
Off-Campus Housing
Live with or without roommates in a variety of housing arrangements.
Advantages
- Variety of price ranges and housing options
- Can choose to live alone or with others
- Flexibility with meals, living arrangements and amenities
- Subletting allows for a short-term commitment
Housing Accommodations for International Learners
Available in Ottawa and Pembroke. International students can live with a Canadian family in a private room.
Advantages
- Built-in Canadian support
- Choose your meal plan
- Learn about Canadian culture
- Practice your English
Emergency Housing
If you require emergency support in regards to your living situation, please connect with the following resources.
Housing for Domestic Violence:
Women who are living with an abusive partner or have safety concerns related to domestic violence/intimate partner violence may be eligible for emergency shelter and/or being prioritized on the subsidized housing waitlist along with any children or pets they may have.
For emergency shelter at a domestic violence shelter: You can contact the local support line, the shelters themselves, or the city (3-1-1) where a caseworker will call shelters. You will need to inform them that you are requiring an emergency shelter because of domestic violence.
Please reach out to the following resources:
- Ontario Assaulted Womenās Helpline ā 1 (866) 863-0511 / TTY 1(866) 863-7868 available 24 hours/day
- Eastern Ontario Resource Centre ā (613) 745-4818 available 24 hours/day
- Ottawa Coalition to End Violence Against Women
- ShelterSafe
- Canadian Womenās Foundation
Algonquinās Counselling Services
Counselling Services can offer support to students who are experiencing financial and housing distress, including helping students get in touch with emergency support resources such as the Financial Aid Office, Ottawa Food Banks, and Ontario Social Assistance.
They can also help students locate emergency housing through a number of avenues, such as:
- Algonquin College Residence (if available)
- Mental Health Social Worker (through Health Services) who can assist with the Social Housing Registry application
- City of Ottawa Emergency Shelter Services
- Housing Help
Landlord and Tenat Board
Contact information:
Click here to visit the Landlord and Tenant Board website.
255 Albert Street, 4th floor
Ottawa, ON K1P 6A9
Tel: 1-888-332-3234
In addition to contacting the Landlord and Tenant Board for information about tenant rights, you can also access forms on their website to inform landlord of maintenance issues, terminate a tenancy, etc.
Food Support
The Food Cupboard
The Food Cupboard is a supportive service, funded by the Algonquin Studentsā Association and other community members, which recognizes the financial concerns of students and is here to make a difference. The Food Cupboard provides students who require the services with food and other basic necessities.
To learn more, click here.
Good Food on The Move
Good Food on The Move is a local charitable organization that offers access to fresh fruits and vegetables at affordable prices. They offer different sized boxes of fruits and vegetables to purchase.
To learn more, click here.
Essential Study Skills
Developed by Algonquin College and for Algonquin students. This set of modules provides the best tips and tricks for being successful ā not just as a student, but as a person. It includes important resources to help develop good habits related to key mental health topics like stress, resilience, and sleep.
To learn more, click here.
Wellness Together Canada
Wellness Together Canada helps you take a steps toward your own well-being with free resources for mental health and substance use support. Wellness Together Canada is designed to be used on demand. That means you get to choose what you need, when you need it. Our services range from basic wellness information, to one-on-one sessions with a counsellor, to community support. Whatever it is youāre looking for, weāre here to point you towards the best resources out there.
To learn more and access resources, click here.
Student Mental Health Network
The Learning Portal
OPH Mental Health
The have THAT talk series was developed to raise awareness about the importance of mental health in all areas of our lives. Everyone can take action to promote mental health where we live, work, and play. Check out these videos and activity guides to learn how you can take action to reduce stigma, increase support, and encourage people to get help sooner.
To learn more, click here.
Hopewell Eating Disorder Resource Centre
Hopewell Eating Disorder Support Centre provides individuals programs and resources for teens, adults, and their families coping with eating disorders. To learn 10 facts about eating disorders and resources to help address concerns about eating, click here.
To learn more about Hopewell, click here.
Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH)
Anxiety Disorders Association of Canada
Provides accessible, science-based anxiety relief to help you live the life you want. They provide free and affordable resources for those struggling with anxiety and anxiety disorders.
To browse their programs, tools, and resources, click here.
The 519
A City of Toronto agency committed to the health, happiness and full participation of the 2SLGBTQ+ communities. The 519 strives to make a real difference in peopleās lives, while working to promote inclusion, understanding and respect.
To learn more, click here.
Good2Talk Wellbeing Resources
Life can be hectic. Sometimes, we can forget to slow down, check in and take inventory of our mental health. We get it! Self-development and wellness are a journey. If you need support, or are unsure where to start, you may find Good2Talkās personal growth and well-being resources helpful.
Good2Talk is a free, confidential support service for post-secondary students in Ontario.
To learn more, click here.
Connex Ontario
Suicide Prevention Canada
Through Suicide Prevention Canada, you can find information helpful for those thinking about their own suicide or those worried about others, including resources on suicide prevention, intervention, and postvention.
To learn more, click here.
Trans Life Line
A peer support service run by trans people, for trans and questioning callers. The āResourcesā tab includes practical information about managing your rights. This is an American-based resources with a support line available for people in Canada.
To learn more, please click here.
The Royal
Pembroke Campus and Region
The Pembroke Campus of Algonquin College offers a number of student support services, including Counselling Services. They also maintain a list of mental health resources available in the Renfrew County area.
To learn more, click here.
Centre for Innovation in Campus Mental Health (Chinese & Gujarati)
Browse the Centre for Innovation in Campus Mental Health (CICMH) documents below to learn more about the following topics:
- Culture Shock (Chinese)
- Rest & Sleep (Chinese)
- Stress & Anxiety (Chinese)
- Winter Blues (Chinese)
- Culture Shock (Gujarati)
- Stress & Anxiety (Gujarati)
- Winter Blues (Gujarati)
To learn more about CICMH, click here.
Okanagan Charter: An International Charter For Health Promoting Universities & Colleges
The purpose of the Charter is threefold:
1. Guide and inspire action by providing a framework that reflects the latest concepts, processes and principles relevant to the Health Promoting Universities and Colleges movement, building upon advances since the 2005 Edmonton Charter.
2. Generate dialogue and research that expands local, regional, national and international networks and accelerates action on, off and between campuses.
3. Mobilize international, cross-sector action for the integration of health in all policies and practices, thus advancing the continued development of health promoting universities and colleges.
The Charter has two Calls to Action for higher education institutions:
1. Embed health into all aspects of campus culture, across the administration, operations and academic mandates.
2. Lead health promotion action and collaboration locally and globally.
Click here to read the Charter.
National Standard of Canada: Mental health and well-being for post-secondary students
This Standard presents an opportunity for post-secondary institutions to affirm their commitment to promote positive student mental health and well-being. In undertaking this journey, post-secondary institutions will strengthen their contributions to the cultural, ecological, social, and economic sustainability of their communities and wider society.
To read the report, click here.