Members of our community may have been affected by the recent incident at the Bahen Centre. At this time, we wish to respect the privacy of the individual involved and acknowledge the profound effect on family, friends and colleagues.
During this difficult time, please know that there are resources available for you, should you or someone you know wish to access them.
Students seeking support can access these services at Health and Wellness (416-978-8030). You may also visit them in person at Koffler Student Services; the staff at Health and Wellness are aware that a tragedy has occurred in our community, and are ready to provide support. Please indicate to the front desk that you are an Computer Science student wishing to speak with a counsellor.
Students also have access to Good 2 Talk (1-866-925-5454). This is a free service for post-secondary students in Ontario, and it is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Good 2 Talk is a free, confidential helpline providing counselling and referrals.
Additionally, if they wish to speak to someone after hours. At the Gerstein Centre, Crisis Workers are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week at 416-929-5200. There is also a Distress Centre available at 416-408-HELP (4357). The Center for Addiction and Mental Health is also open 24/7 at 250 College Street. [Map]
Faculty and Staff seeking support can access the University’s Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP) : 1-800-663-1142 or http://www.homewoodhealth.com/health/services/stay-at-work/efap
We encourage anyone who may need assistance to please reach out to one of the resources listed above.