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Brighter Minds Mental Health Bursary

Compass is excited to announce the Brighter Minds Mental Health Bursary. This bursary provided through donations to Compass’ Charity Fund is designed to support youth with lived mental health experience that are enrolled in a local post-secondary institution to reduce financial barriers in reaching their full potential.

This year, Compass is providing $2,500 to two local youth who:

  • will be a full-time student in good standing enrolled in a public college or university within the Districts of Sudbury and Manitoulin for the 2024/25 academic year;
  • be under the age of 25;
  • demonstrate financial need;
  • have lived mental health experience; and,
  • commit to growing mental health awareness during the bursary term.

Applications for 2024 are closed.

Note: applicants related to Compass staff or Youth Advisory Council are ineligible to apply for the bursary.  If successful, applicants will be required to provide proof of enrollment.  Applications will be evaluated by Compass’ Youth Advisory Council.

The Brighter Minds Mental Health Bursary fund relies heavily on donations from generous individuals, organizations, and community groups. These contributions provide essential financial support for students who might otherwise be unable to afford their education. Every donation, no matter the size, plays a crucial role in helping to cover tuition fees, purchase necessary study materials, and alleviate other educational expenses. By supporting the bursary fund, donors are investing in the future of students and empowering them to achieve their academic and professional goals.

2024 Recipients

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If you or someone you know is in crisis or feeling overwhelmed, please contact Crisis Intervention Services at Health Sciences North at 1.877.841.1101. This service is free and available 24/7 with virtual, mobile crisis and in-person options.

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mindSPACE offers free in-person mental health services without an appointment for children and youth under 17. mindSPACE clinicians are available Tuesday and Thursday 11am-6:30pm (last session offered at 6:30pm)

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If you’re aged 17 and under, a free virtual/phone single-session counseling service is available through OneStopTalk by calling 1.855.416.8255. OneStopTalk therapists are available Monday-Friday 12pm-8pm and Saturday 12pm-4pm