ASPA (Administrative and Supervisory Personnel Association)
Welcome to the online home of ASPA, located at the University of Saskatchewan
November is Men’s Health Awareness month, but did you know men’s health is more than a physical symptom or a diagnosis. There is such a societal image that real men don’t talk about or share their feelings, that many are too ashamed to reach out for help. 10% of Canadian men who are experiencing significant mental health challenges in their life, will not seek resources.
Continue reading “Men’s Mental Health Month”This presentation was be given by Colleen Dell, B.A., M.A., Ph.D., and Research Chair in One Health & Wellness.
Thank you for those who were able to attend, and for those who brought their furry friends on screen from home. We recorded it for those who were interested and unable to attend.
Continue reading “The Role Pets Play in Human Health and Mentality – Video Recording”ASPA and CUPE 1975’s Mental Health Campaign would like to invite you and your colleagues to a virtual presentation. This presentation will be given by Colleen Dell, B.A., M.A., Ph.D., Research Chair in One Health & Wellness, and her lovely Dog, E-Jay!
This presentation will be on Wednesday, August 24th from 12:00pm-1:00pm, via Zoom. If you are interested in attending, the Zoom link will be sent out the morning of.
We encourage those who are working from home to bring their furry friends on camera!
For questions, comments, or concerns, please contact ASPA at aspa@aspasask.ca
As some of you may know, CUPE 1975, ASPA, and The Canadian Mental Health Association have partnered together for a campaign to end the stigma on Mental Health and promote awareness.
We recently had our first major event on Wednesday, June 15. The event was held in the Bowl where we gave away free hot dogs and sold t-shirts for donations.
The total of donations received for the Canadian Mental Health Association is $1,322.63!
Thank you to all the CUPE 1975 & ASPA Members that volunteered their time and energy to this event. Please keep your eyes and ears open for our next event.
If you or someone you know is struggling, please don’t hesitate to reach out to some of the resources listed below.
In solidarity,
CUPE 1975 & ASPA
Crisis Services Canada: 1-833-456-4566
EFAP: https://wellness.usask.ca/help/efap.php
Indigenous Wellness Resources: https://indigenous.usask.ca/resources/wellness-resources.php
Lumino Health Care: https://wellness.usask.ca/help/virtual-health-care.php#Overview
Mind Beacon: https://wellness.usask.ca/help/cbt.php
Saskatoon Mobile Crisis (After Hours): 306-933-6200
On May 5th, 2022, Heidi Fischer was able to join our members for a presentation on Mental Health and how to talk about it. The recording of the session will be here until September 1, 2022 for those who missed it.
CUPE 1975, ASPA, and The Canadian Mental Health Association have partnered together for a campaign to end the stigma on Mental Health and promote awareness.
Please join our volunteers in the Bowl Wednesday, June 15th from 11:30am – 1:00pm for free hot dogs! First come first serve until they are gone.
Continue reading “Mental Health Awareness – Free Hotdog Day in the Bowl”
Over these past few years, COVID really has taken a toll on people’s mental health. With lack of normalcy and change in everyday life, it can be hard to know where to turn when things get difficult.
CUPE 1975 and ASPA have partnered up with the Canadian Mental Health Association to promote resources where you and your loved ones can feel heard.
Continue reading “Mental Health Speaker Event: ASPA & CUPE 1975”ASPA and CUPE 1975 have approached The Canadian Mental Health Association to develop a partnership to support and create awareness for our members who have been struggling with mental health challenges the last number of months.
Continue reading “Mental Health Campaign: ASPA & CUPE 1975”
ASPA (Administrative and Supervisory Personnel Association) 