youth and children generally

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We launched a CIHR-funded online survey to learn more about young Canadian's experiences with cannabis use and driving. I kindly request you share/re-post the recruitment links across your social media channels.

Let’s Discuss: Opioids and Youth

This workshop aims to equip social workers/ social service/ health sector helpers with the essential skills and knowledge necessary to create accurate, comprehensive, and professional documentation that is grounded in anti-oppressive approaches and practices.

Introduction:

Welcome and orientation:

Overview of the importance of documentation in social services

Establishing workshop goals and expectations.

Let’s Discuss: Well-being

To decrease the risk of developing a substance use disorder, one must develop coping mechanisms to turn to in place of substances. This one-hour session delves into the coping mechanisms of exercise, mindfulness, and yoga. Join the conversation with the Youth Opioid Awareness Program at the YMCA.

No fees or costs! No sign up required for sessions! Simply join via the zoom link in the calendar.

Let’s Talk: Safe Supply

Learn what safe supply is and what its role is in eradicating the opioid crisis. Discover the pros and cons of introducing safe supply across Canada. Come join the conversation with the Youth Opioid Awareness Program at the YMCA.

No fees or costs! No sign up required for sessions! Simply join via the zoom link in the calendar.

Workshops are available for booking in British Columbia, Ontario and Newfoundland & Labrador.

Direct Registration Link: https://redcap.link/August2023TERReg

‘Summertime Blooms’ Workshop

Tuesday August 15, 2023

12 - 2PM

IN PERSON

1025 Queen Street West

Register here: Summertime Blooms: August Session Tickets, Tue, 15 Aug 2023 at 12:00 PM | Eventbrite

Let’s Talk: Tainted Supply

Come join the conversation with the Youth Opioid Awareness Program at the YMCA. This is a 30-minute drop-in talk of how Fentanyl, Carfentil and other substances are worsening the opioid crisis. This talk covers the use of multiple substances and how the unregulated market has become tainted with the new and toxic drugs being added.

No fees or costs! No sign up required for sessions! Simply join via the zoom link in the calendar.

The 3rd Annual Canadian Children, Youth and Communities (CCYC)
Health In | Equity Conference

October 20-21, 2023 — Digital Conference

The Canadian Children, Youth and Coes (CCYC) In | Equity Conference is an interdisciplinary conference designed to bring together pediatric health and allied health care professionals to address health care inequities from birth to adolescence using a family-centred approach.

Let’s Discuss: Toxic Drugs

The opioid crisis is looming over youth across Canada. Come join the conversation with the Youth Opioid Awareness Program at the YMCA. This one-hour workshop highlights how Fentanyl and Carfentil are worsening the opioid crisis. Learn the use of multiple substances and how it affects overdose response treatment. The YOAP is offering interactive and engaging workshops for ages 15 – 24 both online and in-person. Participate in escape rooms, quizzes and more!

Let’s Talk: How Opioids Work

The opioid crisis is looming over youth across Canada. Come join the conversation with the Youth Opioid Awareness Program at the YMCA. Learn about what opioids are, and how our body reacts when we take an opioid. Discover the differences between a brain with and without substances.

No fees or costs! No sign up required for sessions! Simply join via the zoom link in the calendar.

An accompaniment for participants who have completed any workshops in the Youth Opioids Awareness Program. It is important to have a strong and healthy variety of coping mechanisms to process stressful events and without there may be an increase in the risk of misusing substances or using substances to cope. Join us in this session of relaxation by clicking the link below.

PEACE Psychotherapy is a growing private practice that consists of psychotherapists who are committed to providing flexible and effective therapy to adults as well as adolescents and their families, using the principles and strategies of Dialectical Behaviour Therapy. We are looking for psychotherapists who are interested in taking on a part-time caseload of clients and honing their knowledge and skills in delivering DBT, with the potential to build up to a full-time caseload.

As part of a funded project, YWHO is seeking feedback from service providers working with young people (12-25) about what they think is helpful in the identification of, and early interventions for, youth with bipolar disorder (BD). It is not necessary that you have any experience working with youth with lived/living experience of BD to complete this 10-12 minute important survey.

Supporting neurodivergent children and youth: Improving access and treatment outcomes in mental health, educational and residential settings

Presented by SickKids CCMH Learning Institute

The Mental Health Commission of Canada (MHCC) is currently seeking applications for four new Youth Council members (ages 18-29) who have lived experience with mental illness, or who have experienced the mental health system through a family member or friend.

Members will be asked to participate in various MHCC projects in order to provide youth representation and perspectives.

Strategies for working with families and loved ones of trans individuals

Presented by SickKids CCMH Learning Institute

Applying Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT): Empowering Caregivers and Families of Children with Autism

Wednesday, June 28, 2023 @ 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. ET

Presented by: Tina Gandhi, B.A., MSW, RSW

Are you a social worker who supports families and caregivers of individuals with autism? Are you looking for new strategies and techniques to help your clients manage the unique challenges that come with this role?