Suicide Prevention (Living Works) Training

Mar 27, 2024

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 mhp@cmha-wecb.on.ca 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)
2026 Training Dates
Monday, March 9, 2026 from 1:00pm-4:00pm
Wednesday, May 13, 2026 from 1:00pm-4:00pm
Monday, November 9, 2026 from 1:00pm-4:00pm

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 11 & 12, 2025
2026 REGISTRATION
February 19 & 20, 2026
March 19 & 20, 2026
April 16 & 17, 2026
May 7 & 8, 2026
June 18 & 19, 2026

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)
*Please note we are currently unable to provide ASIST Tune-up training to anyone external to CMHA.

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 mhp@cmha-wecb.on.ca or call 519-255-7440 x234