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  • COLLABORATIVE LEARNING COLLEGE

    formerly CAMH Recovery College

    Where lived experience offers transformative opportunities to learn, build skills and grow.

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What is the Collaborative Learning College?

The Collaborative Learning College is a recovery college that offers nonclinical-based education and training programs offered to people who have lived/living experience of mental health and/or substance use challenges, and who feel ready to set goals, gain skills and make social connections as part of their personal journey. In keeping with internationally adopted approach to recovery-oriented education, the courses offered at the Collaborative Learning College are:

  • co-created and co-led by people with lived experience of mental health and/or addiction challenges and/or social services use
  • offered free of charge 
  • adaptable to local needs and resources
  • open to people who have experienced mental health and/or addiction challenges and/or social services use, their family members, friends and health care providers, when appropriate.

Please note: All class are currently running virtually until further notice. 


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September Town Hall

Have your voice heard and help guide the future of the Collaborative Learning College. Join us for our monthly town hall where we will share updates about what is happening with the college and hear from you about what you want to see in the future. Bring your thoughts, ideas and suggestions.


Date: Friday September 30th 2022
Time: 12:00pm-1:00pm

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Lunch Time Peer Support for September

Health Out Loud and the CAMH Collaborative Learning College are excited to bring you our monthly Peer Support drop-in group. Join us for a one-hour, interactive and informal group for those looking to connect with others in a supportive space. Bring your lunch, your worries, your support, and your experience.

Date: Every Tuesday
Time: Noon to 1pm

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Lunch Time Peer Support for October

Health Out Loud and the CAMH Collaborative Learning College are excited to bring you our monthly Peer Support drop-in group. Join us for a one-hour, interactive and informal group for those looking to connect with others in a supportive space. Bring your lunch, your worries, your support, and your experience.

Date: Every Tuesday
Time: Noon to 1pm

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The Embodied Mind

Personal experiences, and a growing body of rigorous insights point to a mind-body connection that has significant potential to improve or impede peoples’ lifestyles. What is it about this mind-body feedback loop that makes us feel good, and what practical strategies can we learn from each other to cultivate the benefits of the interconnected nature of movement, mentality, and lifestyle?


Date: Wednesdays |September 7th-28th
Time: 10:30am-12pm

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Mindfulness Drop-In Group- September

Join us on Tuesdays for multiple guided meditations, a practice discussion and 20 minutes of mindfulness practice. Participants are invited to share wisdom from their own practice, and each week we'll examine a topic in the study of mindfulness to explore in more depth. This is a drop in session and no prior experience is required.


Date: Tuesdays |September 6th-27th
Time: 1pm-2pm

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Mindfulness Drop-In Group-October

Join us on Tuesdays for multiple guided meditations, a practice discussion and 20 minutes of mindfulness practice. Participants are invited to share wisdom from their own practice, and each week we'll examine a topic in the study of mindfulness to explore in more depth. This is a drop in session and no prior experience is required.


Date: Tuesdays |October 5th- 26th
Time: 1pm-2pm

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Food for the Mind, Body, Soul and Budget

This course explores food through six different sessions: budget-friendly cooking, using leftovers, maximizing nutritional value, food for mental health, foods by colour, and foods of the world. Each session will allow participants the opportunity to share personal food-related experiences and memories, as well as participate in interactive activities and trivia games. Sessions will include downloadable PDF resources as well as delicious (and, “out-of-the-ordinary”) recipes and kitchen hacks to elevate your culinary skills. Join our table and spice up your day with our six-week course that focuses on all-things food!


Date: Mondays |September 12th-October 17th
Time: 2:30pm-3:45pm

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Disclosure and Accommodation in the Workplace

Do you know your rights when it comes to disclosure of your mental health and/or addiction challenges in the workplace? Join us as we explore the what, when, and how of disclosure and employment. This workshop will help you understand how to request and advocate for workplace accommodations.


Date: Friday October 7th
Time: 1pm-2pm

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Global Healing Methods

In collaboration with the Fleming College Child and Youth Care Program, we are offering students the opportunity to take part in their Global Healing Methods course. The aim of the course is to expand students’ knowledge of modalities and approaches to healing which diverge from traditional western medical approaches. Learners will also develop attunement on the co-creation of spaces within relationships. Through this partnership, you will be eligible to receive a credit at Fleming College in the Child and Youth Care Program, free of charge.


Date: Thursdays |September 8th-October 20th
Time: 4pm-8pm

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Making Music With Technology

In this course, we will learn how music can be composed and performed using computers, synthesizers, mobile phones, and other digital technologies. Over four weeks, students will learn about some of the key technologies that power the modern music industry and its artists. They will also take part in a workshop, learning the basics of a simple, free programming language that gives its users the power to create music algorithmically. Other topics will include the history of the computer as a musical instrument, how computers are used to write contemporary pop music, and a look into the future of music technologies, including how artificial intelligence might one day help us all to become composers. The class will feature numerous examples of exciting tech-driven musical artists and their compositions, giving students an entertaining look into the state-of-the-art of modern music production and computer-generated music. The class is taught by Dr. Jason Cullimore, an experienced film composer and developer of computer music software, who will share his passion for music and technology as well as his knowledge of cutting-edge digital music tools.


Date: Tuesdays |October 4th - 25th
Time: 6pm-7pm

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Writing Your Lived Experience

This course, hosted by Inkwell Workshops, will focus on creative techniques for the true stories of writers who are disabled and have lived experience of mental health. By looking at published examples of memoir and essays, participants will develop their voices and the writing tools at their disposal in a supportive, safe, and welcoming environment. Each week, there will be time for writing, sharing, and discussion about the particular challenges of memoir writing. We will also explore the importance of self-care and mindfulness practices when delving into personal material. This course is hosted by InkWell Workshops and is open to all people, regardless of previous writing experience.


Date: Tuesdays |November 1st- December 6th 2022
Time: 2:30pm-4pm EST

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Music Appreciation Group

This group, hosted by Mobile Arts Association, is open to anyone who listens to music. Each week, we check in with each participant to find out what music they are into. After listening to some examples, we will discuss what we liked, disliked and everything in between. Whether it’s a new release or something you’ve listened to for a lifetime, this group provides a platform for discussion about all things music. Additionally, there is an option to explore music creation using a web-based program. No experience is required as this will be guided by the group facilitators.


Date: Wednesdays |November 2nd- December 7th 2022
Time: 1pm-2pm EST

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ExperieNCe: Working in Groups - Self-directed

In collaboration with CAMH and Niagara college, this course will discuss topics related to working with others and aims to build personal and professional skills through shared experiences and reflection. Concepts such as group dynamics, conflict management, decision making and building successful working relationships with others is at the center of discussion.
Through this partnership, you will be eligible for a credit at Niagara College in the Child and Youth Care or Educational Assistant Special Needs Support Program by completing this course, free of charge
If you are interested in attending college, this pathway has many advantages. You will not only receive a credit, we will also support you along the way to assist you in getting to Niagara College and supporting you while you are there

This course is self-directed. You can take it at your own pace. Click "VIEW COURSE" for more details

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Community Partners and Events

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