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Student Wellness

Indigenous students

We aim to provide a culturally safe and welcoming place for Indigenous students.

Indigenous Health & Wellness

We acknowledge and respect the Lək̓ʷəŋən (Songhees and Xʷsepsəm/Esquimalt) Peoples on whose traditional territory the university stands, and the Lək̓ʷəŋən  and W̱SÁNEĆ Peoples whose historical relationships with the land continue to this day.

Student Wellness is committed to providing compassionate, culturally safe care for Indigenous students. Our team of nurses, doctors, and counsellors work alongside students in a respectful and inclusive environment, where your voice is valued and your health journey is supported.

Outreach at First Peoples House

Drop-in appointments with a nurse or doctor are available at First Peoples House every Wednesday, 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. (Mid September– Mid April).

Nurses

Our nurses can support you with:

  • Reproductive health: birth control, testing, and STI prevention
  • Public health: immunizations and health education
  • Wellness check-ins
  • Navigation support: connecting you with other health and wellness resources

Physicians

Our physicians can support you with:

  • Preventive care and routine check-ups
  • Diagnosis and treatment of minor and chronic illnesses
  • Ongoing health management and prescriptions
  • Referrals to specialists for comprehensive care

Indigenous Counselling

Our Indigenous counsellors offer a safe and caring space that honours Indigenous knowledge, experiences, and ways of healing. Counselling may integrate both Indigenous perspectives and respectful mainstream approaches.

Counsellors can support students with:

  • Mental health and wellness concerns
  • Navigating the challenges of post-secondary life
  • Addressing intergenerational effects of colonial trauma
  • Building balance and resilience

We welcome and respect the diverse cultural backgrounds, traditions, and knowledge levels of all Indigenous students.

Counsellors for Indigenous Students

  • Roger John – Drop-in hours: Friday afternoons: 1:00 -4:00 Starting Sept 18th, 2026

Drop-in sessions take place at First Peoples House.

Connecting with Care

Indigenous students are also welcome to connect with the full range of clinicians at the Student Wellness Centre.

Visit our Book an Appointment page for more details on how to make an appointment.