The Sacred Tree Evaluation is an interactive activity and an example of a grounding program evaluation that provides an opportunity for participant consultation in a creative and cultural context. The session will include a discussion on how to facilitate the activity and how to adapt the tool to use with participant(s) and/or service provider(s). Jess […]
Are you caught up in the “busy-ness” of every day? Do you spend time obsessing about the past or worrying about the future? Learning how to practice mindfulness can help you train your brain to be in the present moment and you can begin to live a healthier, less-stressful life. Trina Markusson uses her life […]
This presentation will explore how adverse childhood experiences (ACES) can impact the brain and body, and how those impacts can present in children, youth, and adults. Trauma and stress cause human nervous systems to go into states of protection. The accessible story of the My Curious Brain and its interconnected characters (who represent the different […]
The adverse childhood experience studies strengthened the concerns we have about the experiences in children’s lives. Can we use this information to change our approach to children’s well-being and how can we support families and communities to do this? In this presentation, Dr. Clinton will explore strategies for supporting children's mental health through developing strong, […]
Sustaining our resilience as professional helpers can be a challenge during times of change. Based on Dr. Ungar’s research around the world and his clinical practice, this presentation uses examples from his new book Change Your World: The Science of Resilience and the True Path to Success to explore how those who help others can […]
Parenting Matters is a two-day virtual conference that will provide information and skills to service providers who work with parents and their children in groups and one-to-one. There will be no concurrent sessions. Topics and Speakers Scheduled Date and Time Opening – Connie Herman, Nobody’s Perfect Parent Program Provincial Coordinator & Jackie Eaton, Community Action […]
Have you ever felt frustrated when clients or patients seem stuck in unhealthy or destructive behaviours? Have you wondered how you could help them make that change? This interactive online training will assist you to effectively support your clients to find their own motivation to make changes that improve their health and well-being. We will […]
Have you ever felt frustrated when clients or patients seem stuck in unhealthy or destructive behaviours? Have you wondered how you could help them make that change? This interactive online training will assist you to effectively support your clients to find their own motivation to make changes that improve their health and well-being. We will […]
This webinar is aimed at providing evidenced-based information on the topic of safe infant sleep to healthcare providers and other professionals working with pregnant women and new parents. This session will cover infant-parental sleep practices in relation to breastfeeding and Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS). It will also address what constitutes evidence-based medicine and the […]
Have you ever felt frustrated when clients or patients seem stuck in unhealthy or destructive behaviours? Have you wondered how you could help them make that change? This interactive online training will assist you to effectively support your clients to find their own motivation to make changes that improve their health and well-being. We will […]