Student Health & Wellbeing
Your health, mental wellness, and accessibility support are fundamental to your success. Access confidential on-campus medical care, professional counseling, and comprehensive health insurance guidance.
Wellness, Medical & Support Services
Cannoga College provides inclusive, culturally sensitive health and wellness services for all registered students. Whether you require routine medical care, confidential mental health counseling, specialized academic accommodations, or help navigating Canadian health insurance, our dedicated wellness teams are here for you.
Core Health & Wellness Services
ON-CAMPUS HEALTH CLINIC
Walk-in nursing triage, routine health assessments, doctor referrals, immunizations, and prescription coordination.
MENTAL HEALTH & COUNSELING
1-on-1 registered psychotherapist sessions, stress management workshops, mindfulness clinics, and crisis intervention.
HEALTH INSURANCE DESK (UHIP)
Full medical, hospital, and emergency coverage support for international students in Ontario, plus domestic benefits guidance.
ACCESSIBILITY & ACCOMMODATIONS
Personalized academic accommodation plans, assistive technology loans, exam room adjustments, and peer note-taking.
24/7 CRISIS & URGENT CARE
Round-the-clock telephone and text crisis response via Good2Talk, Ottawa Distress Centre, and campus security dispatch.
On-Campus Health Clinic & Nursing Care
Our campus health clinic provides primary care services, walk-in nursing triage, health assessments, preventative care, and specialized medical referrals.
Clinical & Nursing Services
- Assessment and treatment of minor illnesses, cuts, and acute injuries
- Routine immunizations, flu vaccines, and TB testing compliance
- Sexual health counseling, STI testing, and birth control advising
- Prescription coordination and referrals to Ottawa specialized doctors
- Blood pressure checks and preventative wellness consultations
Clinic Hours & Location
Location: 81 Montreal Rd, Student Wellness Center (Room W-102), Ottawa, ON
Hours: Monday – Friday: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM (Closed on statutory holidays)
Appointment: Walk-ins welcome for urgent triage; booked appointments recommended via the Student Portal.
Contact: healthservices@cannogacollege.ca
“Taking care of my mental health while balancing a heavy course load was tough at first, but the counselors at Cannoga's wellness center gave me practical tools and unconditional support whenever I needed it.”
Mental Health & Psychological Counseling
We believe mental wellness is just as vital as academic performance. Cannoga College offers free, 100% confidential personal counseling with registered psychotherapists and social workers.
1-on-1 Personal Counseling
Confidential individual sessions to navigate anxiety, depression, academic stress, relationships, homesickness, or grief.
Peer Wellness Network
Student-led wellness champions offering study-break coffee chats, mindfulness workshops, and peer connection groups.
Stress & Exam Resilience
Practical strategy workshops covering time management, sleep hygiene, meditation, and healthy study habits.
University Health Insurance Plan (UHIP)
Mandatory medical protection for all international students in Ontario. Every international and domestic student at Cannoga College is backed by comprehensive medical insurance to ensure full access to healthcare services across Ottawa and Ontario without out-of-pocket stress.
Accessibility & Academic Accommodations
Cannoga College is committed to creating an equitable learning environment under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Our Accessibility Consultants work confidentially with students experiencing temporary or permanent disabilities.
Types of Supported Accommodations
- Exam Accommodations: Extra time, quiet testing rooms, and assistive software.
- Classroom Adjustments: Peer note-takers, audio recording permissions, and accessible seating.
- Assistive Tech: Screen readers, speech-to-text tools, and ergonomic equipment.
- Temporary Accommodations: Support for concussions, surgery recovery, or mobility limitations.
How to Register for Accommodations
1. Complete the confidential Accessibility Intake Form in the Student Portal.
2. Provide supporting medical or psycho-educational documentation from a qualified healthcare practitioner.
3. Attend a collaborative intake appointment with an Accessibility Advisor to build your individualized accommodation plan.
24/7 Emergency & Crisis Helplines
If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, experiencing a mental health emergency, or requires urgent medical care, access these 24/7 free resources immediately.
Emergency Services
Police, Ambulance, and Fire in Canada. Call immediately for life-threatening emergencies.
Good2Talk Helpline
Free, confidential 24/7 post-secondary student helpline. Or text GOOD2TALKON to 686868.
Distress Centre of Ottawa
24/7 confidential mental health and distress response for the National Capital Region.
Health Connect Ontario
24/7 free access to registered nurse medical advice and health guidance.
Health & Wellbeing FAQs
Yes. All enrolled Cannoga College students can access individual personal counseling sessions at zero extra charge. Sessions are completely confidential and not recorded on academic transcripts.
International students receive an email from Cowan/UHIP with a registration link upon completing course enrollment. You can also download your e-card anytime directly from your Student Portal.
Visit the on-campus health clinic or a certified Ottawa walk-in clinic to obtain a Student Medical Certificate, then submit an absence notification via the student portal within 48 hours.
