SSU Resources Available For Sheridan Students: Potential Ontario College Strike Update

 
 

As your Sheridan Student Union (SSU), we want to make sure that you are informed and ready to handle anything the school year brings your way. Whether it’s your first year on campus, or you’ve been here for years, it’s helpful to know what resources and supports are available to help enhance your Sheridan Life.

With the news of a potential strike, you may be wondering how this could affect your student experience. As members of Ontario Student Voices (OSV), an advocacy group working to shape education policy across the province, the SSU will maintain our commitment to staying informed and ensuring Sheridan students have access to helpful resources needed to thrive in our rapidly changing world. This update can shed a bit more light on how the Sheridan Student Union can support you along the way.

 
 

The College Education Council (CEC) and OPSEU have been in a collective bargaining status, with two negotiation dates scheduled this week on September 9th and 10th. The No Board Report previously issued by the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development of Ontario means that if no agreement is reached, a strike could begin as early as 12:01 AM on September 11, 2025.

With negotiations still underway, here are a few important details to know, should a strike occur:

 
 

SSU Supports & Resources

As part of Sheridan Student Union’s Health and Dental Plan, all full-time and part-time domestic students are automatically enrolled in the health coverage provided by Studentcare.

The plan also includes Empower Me, a FREE wellness service that connects students with qualified counsellors, consultants, and life coaches for a variety of experiences.

  •   Available 24/7, 365 days per year
    ●      Confidential
    ●      Multilingual
    ●      Culturally sensitive
    ●      Gender inclusive
    ●      Faith inclusive

  • Keep.me SAFE by Guard.Me 
    All international students at Sheridan have access to support for mental health challenges through their health insurance provided by Guard.Me. 

    Keep.me SAFE provides confidential and private service to students with 24/7 access to multilingual and multicultural experts, so that students may discuss their challenges and concerns with someone who speaks their language and understands their culture.
    Students can access support by one of the following methods:
    •    Download My SSP App from Apple or Android store
    •    Calling1-844-451-9700, or
    •    Visiting www.keepmesafe.org

  • Access Your Free Legal Advice

    SSU’s legal advice covers everything from family law, immigration, criminal law, to real estate and business. Our lawyer, Bill Reid, can provide you with confidential advice and guidance with most legal issues.

    Contact Bill by email Monday through Friday, at william.reid1@sheridancollege.ca.

  • Learn More About SSU’s Equipment Loan Program

    This service provides students with various supplies they may need for school. From basic school supplies (calculators, sketch pencils, architectural tools, etc) to program specific items (safety glasses, lab coats, calipers, etc), we’ve got you covered.

  • Learn more about the Dressed for Success Program

    Our community-led initiative allows students to access donated winter and/ or business casual clothing to help you thrive.

  • Learn More About Student Discounts

    As your Student Union, we're always looking for new ways to help out our Sheridan students. Our Perks Program (Student Savings Program) gives you exclusive discounts, coupons and promotions from great community partners around each campus! 

  • Good2Talk is a free, 24/7 support service available to any student studying at a post-secondary institution or Indigenous Institute in Ontario. By calling Good2Talk at 1-866-925-5454, students can receive information and referrals about services and supports for mental health, addictions and well-being on and off campus and speak anonymously with a professional counsellor.

If you’re a Sheridan student who needs a little extra support, stop by the SSU Customer Services Desks, located at all three campuses, and we’d be more than happy to share additional resources that are available.

  • HMC SSU Customer Service Desk - SHERIDAN STUDENT CENTRE, C-WING, 3RD Floor 302

  • DAVIS SSU Customer Service Desk - DESK OUTSIDE THE DEN

  • MARQUEE SSU Customer Service Desk - DESK OUTSIDE THE MARQUEE

 
 

Outside of the SSU resources, the latest information and official updates on the collective bargaining status will be centralized through Sheridan College website. Here are a few important pages and links that may be helpful to you: