Health and Wellness

Transitioning to a new country and academic environment presents unique challenges, and it is a priority to help you thrive physically, mentally, emotionally, and socially. It is important to take care of yourself holistically as you navigate the challenges of university life, as navigating through a new culture, academic system and climate can have an impact your wellbeing.  

Our Commitment to Your Well-Being 

  • Supporting You to Thrive: Our dedicated team, especially our Trent International Student Wellness Assistant ensures you have awareness & access to wellness services, equipping you with helpful resources to help you succeed academically and personally. 

  • Helping You Make Connections: We offer engaging programming and events to help you build a sense of belonging and integrate into the Trent community. 

  • Assisting Your Transition: Our services help you navigate cultural, academic, and environmental adjustments in Canada. 

  • Seasonal Adjustment Support: Our team offers guidance and resources to help you navigate and enjoy the changing seasons in Canada. 

Wellness Resource Sheet by Region 

To support international students across Trent campuses, we have curated a Wellness Resource Sheet with campus-specific health and wellness services mindful on the international student experience: 

These sheets include essential information about health services, mental health support, local community organizations, and campus-specific wellness initiatives. 

Addressing Food Insecurity: Our Dry Ingredient Meal Packing Initiative 

In an effort to combat food insecurity for international students, we have introduced a Dry Ingredient Meal Packing Initiative. This growing initiative provides students with nutritious, ready-to-cook meal kits, ensuring access to healthy food options – especially during busy academic terms. 

For more details or to participate, reach out to internationalwellness@trentu.ca or fill out this form to join the informational committee & mailing list for updates. 

Wellness Check-Ins Are Available! (Virtual & In-Person) 

We offer one-on-one wellness check-in sessions at your convenience to provide personalized support for international students. Whether you need guidance on stress management, academic concerns, or mental well-being, our team is here to support you. 

If You Need Urgent Help... 

  • Medical emergencies that are life threatening require immediate medical attention - call 911. 
  • Visit your nearest emergency room at a hospital. Care is covered by your University Health Insurance Plan (UHIP). 

For an On-Campus Emergency:  

Contact Trent University Campus Safety at: 

  • Peterborough: 705-748-1333 
  • Durham: 905-435-5111 

For an Off-Campus Emergency: Call 911 immediately. 

  • 24/7 crisis support is available. Get help if you or someone else is in immediate danger, or at risk of harming yourself or others. 
     

Here are your Crisis Support Services Contacts: 

Peterborough 

Durham 

Seeking help is a sign of strength. We encourage you to reach out whenever you need support—your well-being is our priority. 

Other Mental Health & Wellness Support 

What To Do If You Get Sick... 

  • Telehealth Ontario has a registered nurse who assesses your symptoms and will advise you whether or not your condition is serious enough to warrant a trip to the hospital or if your condition can wait a few days for treatment at a walk-in clinic. 
  • Trent University First Response Team (TUEFRT) (contact via +1 705 748-1333) is intended to aid students on campus in case of medical emergency. Call First Response, they will arrive in less than 5 minutes, 24 hours a day. They will help you until further medical services arrive. 
  • Trent Health-Care Services is on Symons Campus, Blackburn Hall (BH111), 705 748-1481 

Other helpful contacts on campus: 

  • Trent Student Health Services: Trent Student Health Services is a team of caring, dedicated, multi-disciplinary professionals with expertise in university health issues. Student Health Services is an appointment based medical clinic for all registered part-time and full-time students at Trent's Symons Campus. 

  • Trent Counselling Services: Counselling Services provides confidential, free support to all students registered at Trent University. The services are by appointments and are provided by qualified clinical counsellors. 

STAY CONNECTED: 

Trent University respectfully acknowledges it is located on the treaty and traditional territory of the Mississauga Anishnaabeg. We offer our gratitude to First Peoples for their care for, and teachings about, our earth and our relations. May we honour those teachings.

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