Additional Supports

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Medical Care

St George  Health & Wellness Centre
Medical clinic addressing a range of health concerns by appointment. Drop-in available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Open Mon, Thurs, Fri 9-5; Tues, Wed 9-7. Phone: 416-978-8030
https://www.studentlife.utoronto.ca/hwc/contact-us
 

UTM Health & Counseling Centre
Medical clinic addressing a range of health concerns by appointment.
Open Mon, Tues, Fri 9-5; Wed, Thurs 9-7:30. Phone: 905-828-5255
http://www.utm.utoronto.ca/health/our-services 
 

OFFICE OF LEARNER AFFAIRS: Find a Physician
Find a new Primary Care Provider within Toronto/Mississauga. Available through OHPSA Portal page.
E-mail: ohpsa.admin@utoronto.ca

Mental Health Support

OHPSA: Personal Counseling
Personal counsellors provide confidential counselling on a wide range of concerns. There is no problem too big or too small. Online appointment booking: http://www.md.utoronto.ca/content/book-appointment
http://www.md.utoronto.ca/personal-counselling-student-wellness 
 

St George & UTM Wellness Centres
HWC & HCC (see above) also offer psychiatric consultations and personal counselling services for a variety of issues, including sexual assault through the Community Safety Office.
Community Safety Office – University of Toronto (utoronto.ca)

Substance Abuse
Information page with supports for managing substance use problems, such as the Ontario Medical Association Physician Health Program. Addresses concerns regarding professionalism & confidentiality.
http://www.md.utoronto.ca/student-resources-substance-use-disorders-addictions 
 

CBT Apps
Apps are available to support your CBT practice, such as iCouch CBT and MoodGYM.
iCouch | Elevate Therapy.& https://moodgym.anu.edu.au/welcome/new/splash 

Physical Health Resources

Athletic Facilities
All students are members at U of T’s various fitness facilities, including the Athletic Centre & Hart House at St. George, and the UTM Recreation Athletics & Wellness Centre. 
http://www.athletics.utoronto.ca/facilities.htm 
 

Drop-in Fitness
Drop-in activities & programs are offered free for all U of T students through the St. George Athletic Centre, Hart House, & UTM Department of Physical Education, Athletics & Recreation. 
http://www.athletics.utoronto.ca/recreation.htm 
 

Intramurals
The U of T intramural program is offered to students in all faculties/colleges across the St. George & UTM campuses. Sports include badminton, soccer, hockey, volleyball, hockey, and more.
http://www.athletics.utoronto.ca/intramurals.htm

Academics & Career Support

OFFICE OF LEARNER AFFAIRS: Career Counseling
Career counsellors available for one-on-one appointments throughout the 4 years, providing a variety of services and resources to aid in career exploration & selection. Phone: 416-978-2764
http://www.md.utoronto.ca/career-counselling
 

OFFICE OF LEARNER AFFAIRS: Academic Coaching https://md.utoronto.ca/academic-coaching-prep-aace-it-score& PREP
Develop individualized academic plans one-on-one with an academic coach. For first years, PREP offers the opportunity to collaborate in small group learning communities facilitated by second year students.
Academic coaching, PREP, AACE-IT & SCORE | MD Program (utoronto.ca)

Financial Support

Financial Aid Office
Offers scholarships, awards, grant and bursaries for medical students. Provides information about government assistance programs, professional student lines of credit. 
E-mail: medicine.financeawards@utoronto.ca
http://www.md.utoronto.ca/finances-awards

Equity and Diversity

Multi-Faith Centres
Aims to support spiritual well-being & to increase our respect for religious beliefs and practice.
St. George Multi-Faith Centre: https://www.studentlife.utoronto.ca/mf
UTM Centre for Student Engagement: https://www.utm.utoronto.ca/student-life/multifaith/prayer-spaces-u-t
 

Sexual & Gender Diversity Office
The SGDO provides education, programming, resources and advocacy on sexual and gender diversity for students at all U of T campuses, including LGBTQ counselling via Counseline.
http://sgdo.utoronto.ca/
 

First Nations House
Available at all U of T campuses, First Nations House offers a variety of supports geared towards Aboriginal students, including Elders & Traditional Teachers, financial advising and Aboriginal student groups.
https://www.studentlife.utoronto.ca/fnh
 

Other Equity Offices
For a list of the University of Toronto’s other equity & diversity resources & offices, see: http://equity.hrandequity.utoronto.ca/#offices

Eating Well

St G HWC: Nutrition Counseling
Nutritional counselling with a dietician. By appointment at the Health & Wellness Centre. 
Phone: 416-978-8030
https://www.studentlife.utoronto.ca/hwc/services-offered 
 

UTM HCC: Nutrition Counseling
Nutritional counselling with a dietician. Drop-in or by appointment at the UTM Health & Counselling Centre. Phone: 905-828-5255 Email: health.utm@utoronto.ca
http://www.utm.utoronto.ca/health/our-services/nutritional-counsellingdietitian
 

UTM HCC: Healthy Eating Online
Online resources for nutrition and healthy eating. 
http://www.utm.utoronto.ca/health/health-promotion/nutrition-healthy-eating

Mindfulness Resources

Meds’ Mindfulness Group
Mindfulness Elective (8 week speaker series) running mid-January through March with various speakers and mindfulness meditation incorporated into sessions. E-mail: uoftmeds.mindfulness@gmail.com

UTM Mindfulness Meditation
Try various mindfulness exercises weekly at free drop-in sessions. 
Wednesdays from 12-1 pm in RAWC multipurpose room B.
http://www.utm.utoronto.ca/health/health-promotion/mental-health/mindfulness-meditation 
 

St George Mindful Moments
Join free weekly mindfulness meditation and yoga sessions Monday through Fridays at various locations across campus to increase your relaxation and focus.
https://www.studentlife.utoronto.ca/hwc/mindful-moments

Wellness Promotion

SHINE
Organizes monthly wellness seminars and workshops to promote student wellness, academic development, and career exploration in partnership with OPHSA. E-mail: shine.utmed@gmail.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Student-Health-Initiatives-and-Education-SHINE-883671141708595/ 
 

Temerty Faculty of Medicine Student Organizations
The Faculty of Medicine recognizes a variety of student organizations, societies, clubs and interest groups for extracurricular involvement. 
http://www.md.utoronto.ca/student-life 
 

Hart House: Weekly Wellness
Weekly Wellness programs designed to help students de-stress, connect with self & others, and find balance. Features Healthy Habit Mondays, Board Game Tuesdays, Mindful Wednesdays & Crafty Thursdays. https://harthouse.ca/subscribe/weekly

Crisis Support

PARO: Professional Association of Resident
24hr crisis intervention  as well as referrals for services including: family physicians, stress management, and drug & alcohol counselling. Confidential toll-free crisis line: 1-866-435-7362 
https://myparo.ca/

Gerstein Centre
24hr crisis intervention as well as mobile crisis and other mental health services.
http://www.gersteincentre.org/ 
 

Hospital Emergency Department
Students may also visit the closest emergency department for support.