Campus Resources
This page provides a non-exhaustive introduction to some of the campus resources that are available to New College students.
BIPOC Student Supports
Services include:
Same-Day Counselling
If you self-identify as Black, Indigenous and/or a Person of Colour (BIPOC), you can make a same-day counselling appointment with a wellness counsellor who self-identifies as BIPOC and has expertise in supporting students from these communities.
Learn more about this service on the Health & Wellness website.
Workshops & Programs
Visit the Folio portal for upcoming events. Select “Events” and then choose “Health & Wellness (St. George)” on the “Type of event” list.
These programs provide connections to academic, career, wellness and many other services to foster a sense of belonging and community. Programs include one-to-one appointments, drop-ins, and events.
To learn about programs for the following students, visit the Mentorship & Peer Programs website:
- African Black Caribbean students;
- Latin American students;
- Southeast Asian students;
- First Generation students;
- Black Alumni Mentorship and PROUD Family Mentorship programs.
Services include:
Education Programs
Visit the EDI & Indigenous Education Calendar to find trainings, workshops, and professional development for students, staff, and faculty.
Complaint Resolution Supports
The University offers complaints resolution processes and related supports when it comes to concerns of harassment and discrimination. Based on the Ontario Human Rights Code’s 17 protected grounds, U of T maintains a robust set of policies, and has established pathways to share a concern or file a formal complaint.
Learn more about complaint resolution on the Institutional Equity Office website.
Indigenous Student Supports
Services include:
Programs & Events
Learn about programs such as Indigenous Orientation, Indigenous Education Week, Peer Group Mentorship, and Indigenous Student Graduation by selecting the “Programs” tab on the First Nations House website.
Visit the Folio portal for other upcoming events. Select “Events” and then choose “First Nations House — Indigenous Student Services (FNH-ISS)” on the “Type of event” list.
Wellness Counselling Support
In partnership with Health and Wellness Centre, First Nations House offers holistic, culturally grounded mental health and wellness supports for Indigenous students. These services are led by the Indigenous Wellness Counsellor & Coordinator and are open to all self-identified First Nations, Inuit, and Métis students across all three campuses at U of T.
You can also visit the Folio portal to find upcoming Indigenous group wellness events. Select “Events” and then choose “Health & Wellness (St. George)” on the “Type of event” list.
Traditional Teacher Support
First Nations House – Indigenous Student Services offers students the opportunity to meet with Traditional Teachers for support, guidance and teachings. Learn more about this service on the First Nations House website.
Advising Appointments
These include:
Accessibility Services aims to provide a safe, caring, respectful and culturally supportive environment for Indigenous students with disabilities. They have an Indigenous Liaison, available to Indigenous students with disabilities to offer pathways through the Accessibility Services registration process, and an Indigenous Accessibility Advisor.
Learn more about these services on the Accessibility Services website.
Sexual & Gender Diversity Supports
Services include:
Confidential Consultations
The SGDO offers free, confidential, and sensitive support on matters of homophobia, transphobia and other forms of discrimination based on sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression.
Learn more about consultations on the SGDO website.
Resources
These cover campus communities, name changes, washroom locations, health resources, career resources, terminology, and more. Find these resources on the SGDO website.
Positive Space Committee
The Positive Space Committee creates and identifies safer and more inclusive spaces for 2Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, queer, and other sexual and gender diverse students, staff, faculty, librarians, and allies at the University of Toronto.
Family medicine physicians at Health & Wellness provide gender-affirming medical care through assessment, advice and treatment regarding medical transition with hormone therapy. This includes both new assessments and ongoing care. They can also provide documentation (including referrals) to support access to medical transition-related and gender-affirming surgery.
Learn more about these services on the Health & Wellness website.
The Writing Centre’s QT Write-Ins offer an inclusive space for New College’s 2SLGBTQ+ community and allies to write together, give and receive feedback on class assignments and creative projects, and hold each other accountable to our goals! Perks include:
- A welcoming space to work on assignments or any creative endeavours;
- Feedback at all stages of the writing process from writing instructors and peers;
- Opportunities to consult with a NCWC writing instructor.
Access Supports
Services include:
Academic and Residence Accommodations
Accessibility Services provides assistance with navigating disability-related barriers at the University of Toronto for on-going and temporary disabilities. Learn about service registration and documentation requirements on their website.
Accessibility Advisor Support
Once students have registered with Accessibility Services, they can book in-person, phone or virtual appointments with their accessibility advisor to develop their academic and residence accommodations.
Students can also access learning strategists for individualized support and adaptive technologists to identify accommodations that involve technology.
Programs & Workshops
Learn about programs and workshops such as study groups, ADHD skills groups, social groups, peer mentorship programs, and more by selecting the “Programs” tab on the Accessibility Services website.
If you do not have a family physician or a care provider and you require disability documentation for academic accommodations, Health & Wellness may be able to assist you. Learn more about this service on the Health & Wellness website.
Multi-Faith Supports
Services include:
Worship Space on Campus
In addition to the Multi-Faith Centre, the University of Toronto St. George campus offers multi-purpose spaces for individual and collective prayer and spiritual practices. Learn more on the Multi-Faith Centre website.
Events
Events include interfaith meals, holiday celebrations, and drop-in activities. Visit the Folio portal to find upcoming events. Select “Events” and then choose “Faith and Spirituality” on the “Type of event” list.
Grief Support
Programs include a mutual support group, led by clinicians and campus chaplains, that provides support for students who have experienced the death of a significant person, as well as students experiencing anticipatory grief, and communal spaces for students with personal connections to global issues.
A boxed breakfast program for students* observing Ramadan will be available at our New College, Oak House, Chestnut and CampusOne Dining Commons from February 17 to March 19, 2026 for order and pick up through the U of T Mobile Order App.
You can find more information about this service on the Food Services website.
Safety Supports
The SVPS Centre has locations on each campus to help students, staff, and faculty who have been affected by sexual violence or sexual harassment access support, services and accommodations.
Services
The SVPS Centre provides:
- Emotional support & connection to counselling
- Coordination of academic, workplace, and financial accommodations
- Support & assistance connecting with resources, including medical, legal, and housing services
- Advocacy for and connection with supports within and outside the University
- Safety planning
- Assistance with navigating institutional, judicial, and medical systems
- Information about reporting options and assistance making a report, if survivors choose to make one
- Educational initiatives, workshops and training, awareness campaigns, and programming for survivors
- Consultation for members of the University who receive a disclosure or have a concern related to sexual violence
Learn more about their services on the SVPS website.
The Community Safety Office offers short-term support and assistance to students, staff, and faculty members who have experienced personal safety concerns including stalking and harassment, bullying and intimidation, threats, intimate partner violence, family violence, workplace conflict and volatile behaviour.
Services
The CSO responds to all personal safety concerns by:
- Addressing the complaint
- Assessing the personal and community safety risks
- Providing a continuum of intervention options that the complainant can explore in order to address their personal safety concern(s)
- Presenting information about the particular issue experienced
- Co-creating a safety plan
- Referring and working in partnership with various offices in order to address the individual’s personal safety concerns
Learn more about their services on the CSO website.
Mental Health Supports
Who is the Assistant Dean, Wellness & Engagement?
Shari is a Social Worker by training and has worked in mental health and wellness for 15+ years. She’s also an alumna of New College and is delighted to be back after many, many moons! Outside of work, she’s the mom of 2 young boys and a golden-doodle pup. She loves spicy food and travel–recommendations for both are welcome!
What does Shari do?
Shari is a wellness specialist dedicated to supporting and promoting a culture of holistic wellness at New College. In addition to developing wellness programs and events throughout the year, she offers in-person and virtual one-on-one appointments to New College students and consultation appointments for staff and faculty.
What can I expect at an appointment?
Appointments are between 30-60 minutes, entirely voluntary, private, and student-centered. This means that you can expect to receive non-judgmental support to identify your needs, determine goals, and develop a wellness plan that is right for you. There are 3 types of individual appointments you can book with Shari:
- Wellness Advising: Learn about health and wellness resources on campus and in the community;
- Wellness Coordination: Practical support connecting to services tailored to your individual needs and goals;
- Wellness Conversation: Supportive and private environment to explore and identify health and wellness goals and needs.
Unfortunately, Shari is not able to provide clinical counselling at this time. If you are a student looking for clinical counselling, please feel free to book an appointment for advising with Shari to learn about counselling resources or click here for info on counselling resources.
How do I book an appointment?
Appointments can be made by contacting Shari at new.wellness@utoronto.ca.
Services include:
Clinical Services
If you are looking for mental health clinical services, the Health & Wellness office offers a variety of options to suit your needs. These include:
- Wellness navigation
- Same-day counselling appointments
- On-location counselling
- Wellness counselling for BIPOC students
- Evidence-based group therapy
- Short-term intensive counselling or psychotherapy
- Pharmacotherapy
- Psychiatric care
Learn more about their services on the Health & Wellness website.
Programs & Workshops
You can visit the Folio portal to find upcoming wellness programs and workshops. Select “Events” and then choose “Health & Wellness (St. George)” on the “Type of event” list.