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The Covid-19 pandemic is adding to the ongoing public health crisis related to high rates of overdose and deaths, as well as acute substance abuse harms. If you are struggling with addiction and substance abuse, help is available. Please visit Wellness Together Canada at https://buff.ly/3GTcSRM #MHCLibrary #MentalHealthAwareness #BeKindToYourMind

Even a small step towards better mental health is still a step forward! If you're looking for a place to start, why not take a peek at some of the free magazines we keep on flipster? Link here: https://buff.ly/3GioSfw #MHCLibrary #MentalHealthAwareness #BeKindToYourMind #Flipster

Today is Bell Let’s Talk Day across Canada. Bell encourages everyone to keep the conversation going about mental health, and will donate 5 cents towards mental health initiatives for every applicable text, call, tweet, or TikTok video using #BellLetsTalk. Let’s keep the conversation going! #MHCLibrary #MentalHealthAwareness #BeKindToYourMind #BellLetsTalk

Quick Links to these resources: Students' Association: https://buff.ly/34Pgaaw Recreation Facilities: https://buff.ly/33mdrFp Chaplaincy Services: https://buff.ly/3KmaC7G Indigenous Support Office: https://buff.ly/3FByFvU... International Student Support: https://buff.ly/33IPsQm #MHCLibrary #MentalHealthAwareness #BeKindToYourMind See more

We know that college can be a lot to handle, especially if you are already stressed! Check out MHC's academic supports to help you through it! Find the Academic Coaching page here: https://buff.ly/3zX7tGL #MHCLibrary #MentalHealthAwareness #BeKindToYourMind #AcademicCoaching

This e-book describes an original model of trauma-sensitive yoga, organized around stages of classic yoga practice and includes scripts of yoga postures, the three-part deep breath, and the Integral Yoga version of yoga nidra. #MHCLibrary #MentalHealthAwareness #BeKindToYourMind

Dr. Kimberlee Bethany Bonura's course helps you build a personal stress management toolkit so you can better manage your stress response! Find this video course on our database Kanopy: https://buff.ly/3ncRAXq #MHCLibrary #MentalHealthAwareness #BeKindToYourMind #Kanopy

Our collection contains so many cool treasures, like this glow-in-the-dark book about the lives of Marie and Pierre Curie. Check out "Radioactive" by Lauren Redniss next time you're in the Library! #mhcLibrary #bookfacefriday #mariecurie

Be kind to your mind this year, and visit our Chapter One Blog to learn about the services and resources MHC can offer to support your mental health #MHCLibrary #MeantalHealthAwareness #BeKindToYourMind #ChapterOneBlog

Visit MHC's Mental Health and Counselling page for advice and resources for suicide prevention here: https://buff.ly/3zTzgYD If you are in distress outside of college hours please call the distress centre at 1.403.266.HELP (4357), If it is an emergency, please call 911. #MHCLibrary #MentalHealthAwareness #BeKindToYourMind #SuicidePrevention @mhccounselling

All feelings are valid and have a place in your life Explore them in this booklist! #MHCLibrary #MentalHealthAwareness #BeKindToYourMind #BookList

Want to learn more about Anxiety, Depression, and how to cope? Check out some of the books we've found- or reach out to MHC's Mental Health & Counselling page here: https://buff.ly/3GqviJn #MHCLibrary #MentalHealthAwareness #BeKindToYourMind @mhccounselling

Did you know that the third Monday in January is considered the saddest day of the year, making it Blue Monday. This is due to the holiday’s winding down, cre...dit card bills from Christmas start to roll in, and often this is around the time people start to lose motivation toward their New Year’s resolution (although this doesn’t always happen!!). Join our Health and Wellness Coordinator for lunch over Zoom on Blue Monday January 17th for a check in, where we have some good conversation and hopefully some laughs! Join Zoom Meeting https://zoom.us/j/97367350663 Meeting ID: 973 6735 0663 Passcode: 8M56hb See more

Due to Government restrictions for COVID-19, the Vera Bracken Library will remain closed until further notice. Remember! Even though our doors are closed, you can still borrow materials by contacting us online, over the phone, or by placing a hold through your library account! #mhclibrary #libraryclosure #stillhere2help

A great source to write persuasive arguments in essays! Points of View Reference Center provides students with resources that present multiple sides of a current issue, usually controversial such as Censorship & Democracy, Globalization, Abortion, etc. Each topic includes an overview, point (argument), counterpoint (opposing argument) and a Critical Thinking Guide. Access here: https://buff.ly/39aWT1U #mhclibrary #vetyoursources

Make informed decisions about your academic journey! If you need help navigating college life, or identifying a program that aligns with your interests and values, phone an academic advisor! Contact 403 - 529 - 3819. Monday-Friday 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. or email: [email protected] #medhat #winter2021mhc #mhclibrary

Get help with quick questions on research assignments, citation support, and more! Online chat is available Monday-Thursday (8AM-8PM), Fridays (8AM-5PM). #mhclibrary #winter2021mhc

The short answer is that Twitter is censoring Trump for incitement of violence. According to Twitter you may not use Twitter’s services for the purpose of manipulating or interfering in elections or other civic processes Fo the long answer, you may read this article by the reputable newspaper The Guardian: https://buff.ly/38nEIGS #mhclibrary #vetyoursources

Due to Government restrictions for COVID-19, the Vera Bracken Library will remain closed until Jan 21st. For those of you who require access to computers and printing, try computer lab B244 on the second floor! Stay safe everyone :) #mhclibrary #libraryclosure #staysafe

Does the start of the semester have you feeling overwhelmed? Adopt these anti-stress techniques early! #mhclibrary #newsemester #yougotthis @mhccounselling

Free writing help is offered to all MHC students, who need to learn writing techniques for essays and research assignments. Assistance is also provided for formatting, thesis development, grammar, punctuation, etc. Book an appointment online, here: https://buff.ly/3hRvcPp #medhat #winter2021mhc #mhclibrary

To overcome the coronavirus, we need to urgently promote facts & science. Always rely on accurate and verified information from reputable institutions such as the United Nations, which offers a frequently asked questions website on COVID-19. Learn if antibiotics are effective in treating COVID-19, or if there is any medicine to cure the disease, here: https://buff.ly/2JRwbma #mhclibrary #vetyoursources

Missing the community of the college experience? Make Blue Monday a little less blue by fixing yourself a warm drink and visit https://buff.ly/2XEl970 to chat with other MHC students! #brewmonday #mhclibrary #bluemonday

Do you have your student ID yet If your answer is no... we've got a quick easy way to fix that! Virtual ID Cards are now available through your student dashboard! Upload your best photo and your card will be accessible online! #mhclibrary #newsemester #virtualstudentID

The term "fake news" characterizes the information landscape as either true or false, good or bad, verified or biased (Robinson & Gariepy, 2019). Just remember, the suggestion that there are simply two types of news; real and fake, doesn’t leave much room for nuance. #mhclibrary #vetyoursources #fakenews

Have some burning questions for the library for your first day of classes? Don't really want to phone... or get out of bed? Visit our chat service on the MHC Library webpage! #mhclibrary #chatwithus #newsemester

Is intellectual capital part of your business plan? It should be. MHC Library's Copyright Guide can help you get started with understanding intellectual property. https://buff.ly/3m0PruR #GEW2020 #mhclibrary #medhatbusiness

Due to Government restrictions, the library will be closed December 13 until the second week of January. If you need computer access during this time for exams or printing, B244 will be open for use! #mhclibrary #staysafe #libraryclosure

Business students, it's Global Entrepreneurship Week! Celebrate by exploring the library's business guide https://buff.ly/35wVNNw #GEW2020 #Education #mhclibrary

It's Global Entrepreneurship Week! #GEW2020 #Education #mhclibrary Connect online https://buff.ly/35oUDUl

Wishing everyone a very happy Diwali Festival! Want to learn more about Diwali? Reserve "Diwali: Festival of Lights" by Rina Singh on the Library website!

This week we’re taking the time to remember by showcasing materials from our collection! Today's find is the e-video: Bravery in the Field Find it here: https://buff.ly/2F9aM5y #mhclibrary #RemembranceDay #lestweforget

Take the time to remember today! #mhclibrary #RemembranceDay #lestweforget

Medicine Hat College and the Library will be closed Wednesday November 11th for Remembrance Day. #mhclibrary #RemembranceDay #lestweforget