Welcome to a new semester! We’re so happy to have you join us and hope you are feeling ready for this academic year.
As the months are starting, we will be highlighting some student essentials and resources that can help make university experience a little more easy.
WPS & Suicide Prevention Month
September is suicide and prevention month, making it an important time to remind ourselves and our community that support is always available.
MacEwan’s Wellness and Psychological Services (WPS) provides free and confidential counselling for students experiencing personal, academic, or other concerns affecting their mental health. Counselling appointments are available by telephone, video, and in person.
How to book an appointment
Phone: 780-497-5063
Email: wps@macewan.ca
In Person: visit the reception desk in 7-103A
Monday – Friday
8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
If you or someone is experiencing a mental health crisis or thoughts of suicide, please reach out and call or text 988 for the Suicide Crisis Helpline. This number is available 24/7 across Canada. If there is an immediate danger to someone’s safety, call 911.
SAMU Benefits
Did you know that your SAMU fees gives you access to coverage and benefits? SAMU’s Health & Dental Plan, Mywellnessplan and, Mylegalplan can help cover eligible expenses such as prescription medications, dental services, vision care, and other health-related and legal services. So, if you’re paying for any of these services out of pocket, take a moment to check your SAMU benefits. You may already have coverage that can help with the cost!!
If you are looking for some extra help or have any questions in particular, feel free to visit the Benefits Plan Office located on the first floor of SAMU.
SAMU Building, SA-109A
Monday – Friday
9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Phone: 587-881-2169
Email: macewanplan@mystudentplan.ca
September Highlight
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