Youth Resources
Below are information and resources for youth including online education resources, funding opportunities, volunteer opportunities, and more.
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Return to campus resource list
The Centre for Innovation in Campus Mental Health has created a list of resources for students and employees returning to campus. Some resources are specific to Ontario, however, many are available across Canada....
Back to school resources for families and educators from the Child Mind Institute
The Child Mind Institute has compiled printable resources for going back to school amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. Resources focus on preventing anxiety, supporting English language learners and students with learning disabilities, and staying organized. Website:...
UVIC Fall return to campus informational resources
The Univerisity of Victoria has compiled information about returning to campus this Fall on one convenient page for students. The information is updated regularly. Website: https://www.uvic.ca/students/return-to-campus/index.php
Parent involvement in education
People for Education is a Canadian organization that believes in the power and promise of public education. They have a section on their website dedicated to parent involvement in education. There are topics regarding children of all ages. These include selecting high...
Children’s mental health tools for parents
The Toronto District School Board (TDSB) has released a set of free learning opportunity videos to help parents teach their children about mental health and well being. Video topics include helping children cope with worry, managing big emotions and art. Website:...
Helping your child cope with back to school anxiety
Anxiety Canada has released a helpful article for parents on how to manage their child's back to school anxiety. The article also teaches specific tools in their My Anxiety Plan (MAP). Website:...
Togetherall
Togetherall is a safe, online community based in Canada where people support each other anonymously to improve mental health and well being. It is free to all post secondary students, those aged 16-29 in Nova Scotia and those aged 16+ in Alberta. You can register for...
Volunteers for Our Place Society
Our Place Society (OUR) is a community centre serving Greater Victoria's most vulnerable populations. They are currently seeking volunteers aged 19+ to fill various positions such as clothing room support, reception, hygiene room support and coffee corner support....
UVSS BIPOC support and resources
The University of Victoria Students' Society (UVSS) maintains a BIPOC Support Hub which contains resources specifically for BIPOC students attending UVic. This website contains financial support, mental health resources, community resources, and supports for...