GCLearning during COVID-19: Mental Health

Today's post has been cut and paste from an email sent by GC Campus.  If you don't have VPN access, you can take these classes.  If you didn't sign up for a GCCampus account in the past, it is possible that you could encounter some difficulty.  This is particularly true for those who currently can't access their work email.  I have enquired about options for those who don't have existing accounts and can't access their work email but have not yet received a reply.  However, most of you should be able to access this training now.


Managing your mental health during times of crisis is an essential part of the coping process. Be sure to acknowledge how you are feeling about your personal circumstances. Take the time you need to talk to others and consult the many mental health resources available to you.

Protecting your mental health

In response to COVID-19, the Centre of Expertise on Mental Health in the Workplace has launched a new portal to better equip employees, managers and organizations to cope with information on mental health and wellness, self-care and resilience, and financial well-being.

Learning in support of mental health

Protecting and maintaining your mental health is especially important during times of isolation and social distancing. Explore these helpful online courses offered through GCcampus:
Note: GCcampus is accessible through public networks. Please do not use the Government of Canada network or Virtual Private Network (VPN) access to log in.

Mental health testimonials

You are not alone. Learn from the lived experiences of others by taking a few moments to view our suite of #GCMentalHealth videos, which offers tips, support and compelling insights from your fellow public servants.

Mental health assistance

If you are in distress, please contact your Employee Assistance Program or nearest crisis / distress centre. If it is an emergency, call 911 or go to your local Emergency Department.

Resources for working virtually


For the latest COVID-19 updates, please visit canada.ca/coronavirus and canada.ca/coronaviruspublicservice.

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