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Centre for Wellbeing in Education

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Clinical Services

We offer psychoeducational assessments and a diverse array of therapeutic interventions including reading, anxiety, depression and other mental health conditions.

Professional Learning

Professional Learning

We partner with schools to empower educators with critical knowledge and practical evidence-based strategies to support wellbeing, mental health, and resilience in schools.

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Research

Schools increasingly play a key role in fostering students' mental health through research informed policies, practices, and interventions. The Centre aims to further research related to wellbeing in education.

Upcoming Events

Navigating the Special Education System: A Guide for Parents

November 19, 2026 | Online

Navigating special education services can feel overwhelming for parents who have a child with a disability. This presentation will describe some common experiences and challenges that parents face. It will also provide some suggestions for how educators and parents can develop a strong school-home connection.

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Strengthening Belonging, Wellbeing, and Academic Growth

January 4-8, 2027 | Banff, Alberta

This international conference brings together researchers, school and system leaders, policymakers, and practitioners from more than 80 countries to advance educational quality, equity, and improvement across contexts.

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News

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Three UCalgary researchers named 2026 Killam Emerging Research Leaders

Scholars recognized for leadership in Indigenous children’s well-being, paediatric pain and materials engineering

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Werklund School of Education community partnership enhances student well-being

UCalgary program furnishes staff with resources to support mental health in Alberta schools

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One-size educational approach doesn't fit all young learners: Werklund research chair

Matthew Makel named Werklund's first Research Chair in High Abilities Studies