Gain the skills to support yourself and your community.
On February 18 and 19, Innis Wellness brings you the twice-annual Mental Health Skills Certificate (MHSC) program, where you will build practical strategies for supporting your own mental health and the well-being of others. You’ll receive training from specialists across the field and explore evidence-based tools and real-world approaches.
The MHSC involves six sessions spread over two days, including a half-day safeTalk training which equips participants to be more alert to someone thinking of suicide and better able to connect them with further help.
Complete all six workshops to earn your Co-Curricular Record-accredited Mental Health Skills Certificate. You will also get two free lunches and take home a personal wellness kit!
This free event is open to all Innis College students and residents, as well as students enrolled in any of the College’s academic programs.
This certificate program is part of a yearlong Eight Dimensions of Wellness series. In October, we are focussing on the Environmental Dimension.
Why socialization matters for wellness
Humans are inherently social — our connections do more than lift spirits: they boost our health, extend our lives, and build our resilience. Studies show that strong social ties can lower anxiety, protect against disease, and even reduce the risk of early death — comparable to quitting smoking or treating obesity. Moreover, feeling connected is one of the best defences against depression and isolation.
“It’s time to harness the power of connection for our health and well-being.” (WHO, 2023)
Each month at Innis, we will focus on a new dimension, starting with the social.
- Social – Developing healthy, supportive relationships and a sense of belonging (September)
- Environmental – Creating safe, pleasant, and sustainable surroundings that support your well-being (October)
- Intellectual – Engaging in creative and mentally stimulating activities, expanding knowledge and skills (November)
- Emotional – Understanding and managing your feelings, coping effectively with stress, and building resilience (December)
- Occupational – Feeling fulfilled and balanced in your work, studies, or other meaningful activities (January)
- Physical – Caring for your body through healthy habits like exercise, nutrition, sleep, and regular checkups (February)
- Financial – Managing resources effectively and planning for both current and future financial stability (March)
- Spiritual – Finding meaning, purpose, and values that guide your life (not necessarily religious) (April)