Christmas can be a hard day for many. It's full of hope and joy for some, and despair and sorrow for others. We also recognize this can be a day where people feel there is a certain way they need to show up. When what we really need is the permission to enter spaces...
Suicide prevention resources
NISPS framework for suicide prevention: a model for Canada
In 2016, I took a trip to Kangiqsualujjuaq (ᑲᖏᕐᓱᐊᓗᑦᔪᐊᖅ in Inuktitut,) Nunavik*, northern Quebec. Some of you may be wondering, "Don't you mean Nunavut?" No, I mean Nunavik. Nunavik is one of the 4 Inuit regions in Canada. Nunavut is the only one at this point however...
The bridge between suicide and life #TEDtalkTuesday
If you've ever taken an ASIST (Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training) workshop with me you would have heard me refer to Kevin Briggs' TED talk, "The bridge between suicide and life." Briggs was a highway patrol officer in San Francisco, mainly on the Golden...
This #TalkToMeThursday we're going to explore the life-saving value of listening. Join me at 2pm for a Facebook live discussion. Click here to join our page so you don't miss out.
1-800-273-8255 by Logic for #MentalHealthMonday
Monday's can be rough. For many we have to drag our feet out of bed. The song "1-800-273-8255" by Logic reminds us help and hope are out there. If you're struggling with your mental health and you need someone to talk to, call now. You don't have to do this alone.