Violence is a growing concern in health care settings. That’s why it’s critical to take a trauma-informed approach to de-escalation – one that combines assertiveness, empathy, and strong interpersonal communication to defuse tension before the situation turns violent. In this workshop, you’ll use a trauma-informed lens to examine how anger, violence, and the health care ... Read more
Applying a Trauma-Informed and Bio-Psycho-Social approach to care, participants will be introduced to the topic of developmental disabilities and mental health with a focus on Prevention, Assessment and Support. Caregivers and supports will gain a deeper understanding of the effects of mental health concerns as well as how to develop resilience and mental wellness. Participants ... Read more
It is very common for anyone working in the helping profession to encounter ethical dilemmas. Ethics are at the heart of competent and effective practice for anyone in the helping field, particularly when managing boundaries and relationships. This workshop is designed to give individuals and organizations an opportunity to review common principles and standards for ... Read more
Violence is a growing concern in health care settings. That’s why it’s critical to take a trauma-informed approach to de-escalation – one that combines assertiveness, empathy, and strong interpersonal communication to defuse tension before the situation turns violent. In this workshop, you’ll use a trauma-informed lens to examine how anger, violence, and the health care ... Read more
This workshop is designed as an accessible starting point for learning, reflection, and action for those new to, or early in, their allyship journey. Through facilitated discussion and interactive activities, participants will reflect on the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s Call to Action #23 and the role we all play in improving environments for medical learning ... Read more
You're invited to the biennial CPRI Research Symposium! On June 16, 2026, we will focus on Optimizing Treatments and Environments for Complex Child and Youth Mental Health and Development. This hybrid event—offered virtually via Zoom and in-person at Zarfas Hall in London, Ontario—is designed for researchers, clinicians, academics, medical and allied health professionals, educators, and ... Read more
This workshop will also provide a creative space to explore the many ways we can use journaling for better clarity and well being A journaling workshop for mental health service-users and caregivers: Journaling can be an important tool for improving emotional and psychological wellbeing. Journaling allows us the freedom to explore and express our feelings ... Read more
Client care is an essential responsibility in many helping roles. This workshop teaches you how to build strong, trauma-informed relationships with the people you support. You will learn practical skills for effective case management, including documentation, advocacy, professional writing, and interpersonal communication. Additionally, you will gain essential self-care, stress, and time management tools to help ... Read more
Some of the Topics IncludedDefining Diversity, Equity, and InclusionDifferences Between Equity and EqualityWhat Does Inclusion and Exclusion Look Like in Your Organization?Inclusive Language ConsiderationsMaking Decisions with DEI in MindRecognizing and Managing Unconscious BiasUnderstanding Power DynamicsStrategies and Remedies to Improve DEI
This interactive workshop equips participants with the skills to navigate uncertainty, adversity, and change with confidence. They will assess their current resilience, identify areas for growth, and build sustainable habits to maintain focus and energy under pressure. Through practical strategies and hands-on application, they will learn to recognize early signs of overwhelm, regain a sense ... Read more
If you work with people, it’s crucial to know how to defuse dangerous situations before they become violent. This workshop will equip you with a trauma-informed approach to de-escalate situations with confidence, interpersonal communication skills, and empathy. You will explore the dynamics of how our brains manage escalating emotions, identify enablers of violence, and learn ... Read more
Self-injury refers to deliberate, self-inflicted tissue damage such as cutting or burning. Self-injury has reached alarming proportions among our youth; studies show that 14-24% of adolescents and young adults have engaged in this behaviour at least once, with a quarter of these reporting current, chronic self-injury. Helpers are increasingly encountering young people who are involved ... Read more
Move evaluation beyond institutional perspectives to consider the needs of the communities that we serve. Too often, evaluation focuses on compliance, throughput, and symptom reduction rather than the experiences that define whether care feels safe, respectful, and worth returning to. When evaluation is designed from a system perspective, it can miss the relational and trust-based ... Read more
Many of the challenges that we experience are based on irrational and unhelpful thought patterns that impact both our feelings and our behaviour. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) is a time-sensitive, structured, and present-oriented form of counselling that focuses on problem solving and teaching individuals how to modify these distorted patterns of thinking. CBT is also ... Read more
In all therapy conversations, and especially in single-sessions and brief work, therapists can engage with the narrative therapy concept of multi-story listening. Conversations that can make a difference are possible even in one therapeutic encounter. We listen for more than one story—the explicit story, usually regarding something that is problematic, and the implicit story that ... Read more
Queer and trans communities have long created networks of care in the face of exclusion. This workshop invites participants (from both the 2SLGBTQ+ community and all allies!) to learn from these practices—exploring how systemic stress affects mental health, why emotions like grief and anger are valid, and how chosen family supports wellbeing. We’ll also discuss ... Read more
If you are in a support role, it is crucial to know how to help children and youth return to calm during a crisis. When stressed, everyone's nervous system is hardwired to react with protective patterns such as fight, flight, or freeze. Young people are especially vulnerable because their nervous systems are still developing, and ... Read more
Helpers regularly encounter stories and symptoms of trauma in their roles. There is growing evidence that the impact of directly supporting others through experiences of trauma goes beyond burnout or fatigue. The toll of witnessing intense human experiences and emotions can contribute to a negative transformation of a helper’s own sense of safety, and of ... Read more
Dealing with issues related to mental health in the workplace can be challenging and difficult to navigate. It is essential that organizations have the capabilities to manage mental health because early identification and support typically leads to continued productivity and retention of employees. This workshop provides a roadmap to help managers participate in conversations with ... Read more
What would it look like if Canadian governments and communities had a legal duty to help prevent and end homelessness? And what would be required to make it happen? Winnipeg has answers. This panel will explore what emerged when young adult lived experts, service providers, and community members came together in Winnipeg to ask what ... Read more