Our network is made up of volunteer contributors, including post-secondary students, alumni and subject matter experts from across Canada. Interested in joining us? We are always looking for more contributors!
A map showing the locations of our contributors across Canada, including student content developers, subject matter experts, and Student Wellness Services.
EXECUTIVE ROLES
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AMY ECCLESTONE, BHSc (University of Waterloo)
OPERATIONS LEAD Amy is a current MSc of Public Health student at the University of Waterloo. Having recently completed a Bachelor of Health Sciences (Honours) at Queen’s University, Amy is a Research Assistant in the Health Services and Policy Research Institute, where she works on projects pertaining to post-secondary student mental health, resilience, and stress. As our Operations Lead, Amy keeps the wheels on the bus, managing over 50 volunteer contributors across Canada. |
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JESSICA ROSE (Queen's University)
ADMINISTRATIVE LEAD Having recently completed her undergraduate degree in Biopsychology at Queen’s University, Jess has a deep passion for mental health and wellbeing. Through her work with the Network, she hopes to contribute to the landscape of mental health education and empower others to take control and prioritize their mental wellbeing and be able to help those around them. As our Administrative Lead, Jess handles all of our scheduling and correspondence. Jess also runs and manages the Network's podcast channel. |
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ALINA LADNER (Western University)
PROMOTIONS CO-LEAD Currently completing her honours specialization in psychology at Western University, Alina is passionate about mental health education. She has always had a strong interest in mental health, however over the past few years she has become much more proactive in advocating for mental health, and helping others learn how to take care of their mental health. As our Promotions Co-Lead, Alina manages all our social media accounts and works to promote the Network. |
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CASSIE NGUYEN (Western University)
PROMOTIONS CO-LEAD Currently studying Medical Science at Western University, Cassie contributes to the Connect pillar of the Network. Her passion is to improve the resources and overall education that pertains to supporting healthy living and mental balance for students. Cassie is our second Promotions Co-Lead, managing our social media accounts and promoting the Network across platforms. KIRAN KULLAR (Queen's University) EVENTS LEAD Currently completing her Bachelor of Health Sciences at Queen’s University, Kiran became interested in mental health during COVID-19 quarantine in March 2020. The impact global events can have on the mental health of students intrigues her, and she is excited to help develop and facilitate access to important mental health resources resources for students across Canada. |
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BROOKE LINDEN, PhD, MA
FOUNDER / SUBJECT MATTER EXPERT A Research Scientist and Adjunct Assistant Professor at Queen's University, Dr. Linden is the founder of the Student Mental Health Network and the creator of the Post-Secondary Student Stressors Index (PSSI). Her research expertise includes psychiatric epidemiology and program evaluation, with a focus on post-secondary student mental health. |
CONTRIBUTORS
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CAITLIN MONAGHAN, MPH (University of Toronto)
CONTRIBUTOR (LEARN) Caitlin is a medical student at University of Toronto’s Temerty Faculty of Medicine and holds a Master of Public Health from Queen’s University. She conducts research in health services and population health, with particular interest in student mental health and the intersection of mental and physical wellbeing. |
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SALLY ZHENG, MSc (Toronto Metropolitan University)
CONTRIBUTOR (LEARN) Sally is a PhD candidate in clinical psychology at Toronto Metropolitan University. Her program of research focuses on the cognitive processes that confer vulnerabilities to mood and anxiety disorders, as well as post-secondary student mental health. Sally is interested in identifying predictors of well-being among student populations, as well as the barriers and facilitators to accessing services. |
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MADISON MACKINNON, MSc (University of Toronto)
CONTRIBUTOR (LEARN) Having completed her MSc in Translational Medicine at Queen’s University, Maddie is now a PhD student in the Health Services Research at the University of Toronto. Maddie's research focuses on access and utilization of mental health services by youth and young adults, particularly as they transition from child to adult care. |
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DRU PIERSON (Queen's University)
CONTRIBUTOR (LEARN) Currently completing her Bachelor of Life and Health Sciences at Queen's University, Dru is passionate about mental health awareness. She believes in advocating for those who are experiencing difficult times and promoting inclusivity and accessibility for everyone struggling with their mental health. Dru strongly believes in the goals of the Network, and is excited to be a part of the team! |
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CRISTINA ROSARIA WHITE (Western University)
CONTRIBUTOR (LEARN) Cristina is currently completing her undergraduate degree in Medical Sciences at Western University. Passionate about being a part of the Network, Cristina hopes that she can contribute to improving student mental health and wellbeing and increase the availability of effective resources. |
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SUMIN LEE (Queen's University)
CONTRIBUTOR (LEARN) Sumin is completing her Bachelor of Health Sciences at Queen’s University and is originally from Toronto, Ontario. Sumin is passionate about advocating for the mental and physical wellbeing of students and hopes that her work with the Network will positively impact those living with mental health challenges. |
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AINSLEY JOHNSTONE (Queen's University)
CONTRIBUTOR (LEARN) Ainsley is currently completing her Bachelor of Health Sciences at Queen's University and is passionate about making information about mental health more accessible for students. Ainsley is all about education and advocacy, and is a lead contributor and designer for the Network's free mental health module library. |
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KATE PATTON (University of Toronto)
CONTRIBUTOR (LEARN) Kate is studying Biology and Physiology at the University of Toronto. She is excited to be a part of the Network, as she believes that education is essential in supporting mental health. Through this work, Kate hopes to help improve access to mental health resources and encourage students to prioritize their mental health. |
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TEELY HOPKIN, BHSc (Queen's University)
CONTRIBUTOR (LEARN) Having completed her Bachelor of Health Sciences, Teely is currently a Master of Public Health student at Queen’s University. As Strategic Development Director of Starts With Youth, Teely is a big advocate for metal health education. Being a Métis woman herself, Teely is largely drawn to advocate for the needs of Indigenous Peoples and is excited to support Indigenous students in university through her work with the Network. |
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EMMA TOOLE, BSc (Dalhousie University)
CONTRIBUTOR (LEARN) Having completed her Bachelor of Science at the University of New Brunswick, Emma is currently completing her Master’s of Occupational Therapy at Dalhousie University. During her time at UNB, Emma worked hard to advocate for mental health supports on campus while offering stress free activities to students through various campus clubs and societies. Her research focuses on the mental health of student athletes. |
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JIN BYUN (Queen's University)
CONTRIBUTOR (LEARN) Currently completing his Bachelor of Health Sciences at Queen's University, Jin is committed to improving the experience of others in the student community. Jin is a student lead for Queen's University's U-Flourish research group as well as several mentorship activities. Jin is excited to contribute to the Network and work to improve mental health accessibility, literacy, and connectivity. |
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ANJENA INTHIRAN (Queen's University)
CONTRIBUTOR (ACCESS) Currently completing her Bachelor of Health Sciences at Queen’s University, Anjena is passionate about breaking down the barriers to work towards equitable access to mental healthcare for all students. Anjena is also a member of the Queen's University jack.org chapter, promoting student mental health on campus. |
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JAKE ROSE, BSc (McGill University)
CONTRIBUTOR (ACCESS) Jake received his BSc in Life Sciences from Queen's University in 2020 and is currently a medical student at McGill Univeristy. During his time at Queen's, Jake held the position of Mental Health Coordinator on the campus emergency first response unit, and also worked as a Research Assistant for Dr. Brooke Linden on a variety of projects related to post-secondary student mental health. |
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CAROLYN GRAHAM (Queen's University)
CONTRIBUTOR (ACCESS) Currently completing her Bachelor of Health Sciences at Queen’s University, Carolyn is passionate about the burden mental health places on many kids, students, and young adults, and the difficulties related to seeking help. Her goal is to support and educate students through her work with the Network. |
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STEPH RAPTIS (Queen's University)
CONTRIBUTOR (ACCESS) Currently completing her Bachelor of Health Sciences at Queen’s University, Steph feels that mental health should be a top priority and that resources for maintaining and bettering mental health should be accessible. Through her work with the Network, Steph hopes to help students access resources and make their mental health a priority. |
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KATRINA WEI (Queen's University)
CONTRIBUTOR (ACCESS) Currently completing her Bachelor of Health Sciences at Queen’s University, Katrina is passionate about supporting others through their mental health journey and is excited to do so through her work with the Network's social media and access content development teams. Katrina's goal is to advocate for those who may be struggling with mental health challenges, and provide them with the resources they need. |
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ANNABELLE SAUVE (Queen's University)
CONTRIBUTOR (ACCESS) Annabelle is an MSc computing student in the Simpson lab and Ethics and Technology lab at Queen’s University. Her research focuses on analyzing the language used in medical records when discussing mental health disorders. Annabelle believes mental health support should be easy to access. A GIS wizard, Annabelle is the brains behind our interactive campus health services map! |
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BRIANNA PLATER (Queen's University)
CONTRIBUTOR (ACCESS/CONNECT) Currently completing her Bachelor of Health Sciences at Queen’s University, Brianna has taken classes in global and population health, mental health and wellbeing. Mental health advocacy is important to Brianna, and she is excited to advocate for the mental health and wellbeing of students through her work with the Network. |
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MINDY BAROODY (Queen's University)
CONTRIBUTOR (ACCESS/CONNECT) Mindy is a Bachelor of Science (Biology) student at Queen's University. Mindy is passionate about youth mental health and has worked as a bilingual crisis responder for Kids Help Phone, where she trained in active listening and de-escalation techniques. She joined the Network to help ensure students can access the supports they need. |
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JONAH BOUTIN (Western University)
CONTRIBUTOR (CONNECT) Currently a Medical Sciences student at Western University, Jonah is a main contributor to the Connect pillar of the Network. Jonah recognizes that good mental health in university is crucial to success. He's interested in the fields of Biology and medicine and is excited to put those interests to work and be a part of the Network. TYONNA ASHBY (Queen's University) CONTRIBUTOR (LEARN) Tyonna is a student in the Bachelor of Health Sciences program at Queens University. The Student Mental Health Network is important to her because it is something that has touched everyones lives and this initiative ensures that there is an easily accessible safe space for everyone. POORNIMA GOUDAR (McMaster University) CONTRIBUTOR (LEARN) Poornima Goudar is currently completing her Bachelor of Life Science at McMaster University. She is excited to be a part of the Network team, as she believes accessibility and education are vital to support student mental health. |
SUBJECT MATTER EXPERTS
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Ms. Elizabeth Neilson
Graphic Design Artist Dr. Heather Stuart, PhD Professor, Department of Public Health Sciences Queen's University Bell Canada Mental Health and Anti-Stigma Research Chair Dr. Colleen Davison, PhD Professor, Department of Public Health Sciences Queen's University Associate Dean for Equity and Social Accountability Dr. Samantha Britton, MD, CCFP(EM) Emergency Medicine and Family Physician |
Ms. Amber McCart, MA, LLB, RP
Senior Clinician and Manager Counselling Services Queen's Student Wellness Services Ms. Bryanna Baker, BScPN, RPN Health and Wellness Educator, Peer Support University of Manitoba Dr. Andrea Howard, PhD Professor, Department of Psychology Carleton University Dr. Amanda Elliott, MD, CCFP Family Physician |
