COPE is a mental health awareness initiative which was founded in 2008 by a group of McMaster students looking to increase mental health advocacy. Our mission is to reduce the stigma surrounding mental illnesses, and raise awareness about mental health within the McMaster and surrounding communities. We do this in four main ways: 1) Our events team organizes campaigns and fundraisers to increase mental health awareness. 2) Our volunteering team provides hands-on opportunities to McMaster students related to mental health and mental illness, such as at the Indwell and Good Shepherd non-profit organizations in Hamilton. 3) Our education team aims to improve the accessibility of scientific information and to enrich students’ understanding of topics in mental health, through our blog and social media. 4) Our podcast team organizes guest speakers to address relevant issues surrounding mental health adversities. Please join the conversation, and consider getting involved with our club!