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Suicide Prevention (Living Works) Training

Please email us to inquire about pricing if you wish to host any of these trainings privately. All trainings can be provided in English and French.

Living Works Start
This 90 minute online course teaches participants 13 years and older to recognize when someone is thinking about suicide  and connect them to help and support. Purchase your course here.

suicideTALK
Utilized for participants 15 years and older to become more aware of suicide prevention opportunities in their community. (1.5 hours)
Email [email protected] for more information.

safeTALK
Helps participants aged 15 years and older to become alert to suicide. Participants will learn to notice and respond to situations where suicidal thoughts may be present. (3.5 hours)
Training Dates
Tuesday, February 4, 2025 from 1pm-4pm
Wednesday, April 30, 2025 from 5pm-8pm
Monday, September 15, 2025 from 5pm-8pm
Monday, November 10, 2025 from 1pm-4pm

Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST)
A 2-day interactive workshop in suicide first-aid training for anyone 16 years and older.
Training Dates
December 5 & 6, 2024
January 23 & 24, 2025
February 20 & 21, 2025
March 27 & 28, 2025
April 24 & 25, 2025
May 22 & 23, 2025
June 18 & 19, 2025
September 25 & 26, 2025
October 23 & 24, 2025
November 18 & 19, 2025
December 4 & 5, 2025

ASIST Tune-up
A refresher training for improving participant comfort, confidence, and competence in using the Pathway for Assisting Life model. Must have taken the full 2-day training within the last 3 years. (Half day)
Training Dates – TBD

Suicide to Hope
Strengthen hope by aiding recovery and growth in persons with previous suicide experiences who are currently safe. A sequel to ASIST that complements and enhances management, treatment, and therapy by framing them with a recovery and growth perspective. Suitable for Case Managers, Community Support Workers, Addictions Counsellors, and any other helping professional. (Full day)
Training Dates – TBD

To book a training or for more information, please contact [email protected] or call 519-255-7440 x234

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