Our Mission

At Seedle we aim to make student mental health support easier to reach and easier to understand. Many students hesitate to seek help because the process feels confusing or overwhelming. We believe every student deserves clear pathways to support that are free to access and require no login information.

Our mission is shaped by the experiences of students who need identity affirming spaces, community support groups, and environments that reflect the needs of BIPOC and LGBTQ2S+ communities. We also recognize how uncertainty around coverage creates hesitation, which is why we highlight when services are supported through OHIP or UHIP so students feel informed before reaching out.

Seedle exists to make the first step feel lighter. When information is trustworthy, inclusive, and easy to navigate, students move toward support with confidence rather than fear or doubt. Our goal is to ensure no one feels alone in the search for help and that every student can see a path that feels accessible, welcoming, and supportive.

Illustration representing Seedle's student mental health mission
“The first step to support should never be the hardest.”