The most recent University of Ottawa student passed away over the weekend, but hasn't been identified due to privacy reasons.

The 2018-19 survey saw an increase in the number of students who reported symptoms of anxiety or depression as well as a notable uptick in those who have tried e-cigarettes.

The aim of the new program is for students to have a better understanding of what mental health is and how to deal with emotions and challenges.

Despite changes in the 'Purple Fest' performer lineup, a partial refund by no-show A$AP Rocky put the University Student Council in the green.

"I've been there at the abyss and I'm still standing thanks to luck and people who took care of me, and so so my message is to reach out to others," said Santa Ono.

Her students wrote down things they're struggling with on pieces of paper and put them in a plastic bag.

As Canadian universities and colleges face increasing pressure to provide better mental-health services on campus, students are looking to give schools fresh ideas on how to tackle the issue.

"I'd really like to see a better system put in place for peer-to-peer support."

Calgary universities and colleges are getting nearly $2.5 million from the province each year for three years to strengthen mental health supports

The university said any students experiencing challenges in their studies can use the break to meet with faculty members and support services at a time that’s “early enough in the semester to course correct.”