The Saskatchewan Prevention Institute began offering Motivational Interviewing (MI) trainings in 2012 to service providers across Saskatchewan. Due to a high level of interest and uptake, the SK MI Trainers' Group was created to meet training demands and increase the Institute's capacity. The MI Train-the-Trainer Workshop is a comprehensive program designed to equip participants with […]
This presentation will explore the multifaceted impact of violence against women during the perinatal period. Participants will gain insights into three prevalent forms of violence - adverse childhood experiences (ACEs), intimate partner violence, and sexual assault, as well as their effects on breastfeeding and maternal mental health. The session will highlight how trauma symptoms (rather […]
Motivational Interviewing (MI) is an effective way of talking with people about CHANGE. The Advanced MI training is designed for people who have taken an Introductory MI training and would like to deepen and strengthen their MI skills. This virtual interactive workshop includes the following objectives: Review and discuss content covered in Introductory MI Discuss […]
Public health plays many roles in helping to keep populations healthy, with vaccines playing a major role. Vaccines are well recognized as one of the most efficient, successful, and cost-effective public health investments in history. However, vaccines only work if vaccine acceptance is high. What can we do to increase and support high levels of […]
The Supporting Parents Webinar Series focuses on topics to help parents and caregivers learn how to create environments that help children thrive. These webinars can be used as part of parenting groups or can be used by parents and caregivers independently. Interactive activities are used to share strategies and tips to enhance capacity to raise […]
This presentation will explore common mental health issues faced by new parents. It will focus on the Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale (EPDS), including its recent updates and how to use it effectively for screening. Participants will learn essential steps to take after screening, such as creating action plans, referring individuals to appropriate services, and providing […]
In recognition of Concussion Awareness Day (September 25), the Injury Prevention Centre and the Saskatchewan Prevention Institute are pleased to host this webinar featuring Dr. Roger Zemek, a practicing pediatric emergency physician at the Children's Hospital of Eastern Ontario and senior research scientist. Dr. Zemek's research is primarily focused on pediatric concussion. He also plays […]
Opening the Door to Difficult Conversations Toolkit workshop is for Saskatchewan adult allies to build capacity to engage youth in conversations about alcohol and alcohol-related harms. The sessions provide training about the concepts of facilitation, youth engagement, adult allyship, being trauma-informed, and creating safe spaces. Trained adult allies gain access to the toolkit and are […]
Learning Objectives: Review key principles of trauma-informed practices. Understand how trauma-informed principles are applied to pregnant and parenting girls and women who used alcohol (in published literature). Learn about outcomes linked to trauma-informed practices. Learn about evidence-based recommendations for trauma-informed practices and policies at the program, organizational, and systems levels. Outline: Dr. Melody Morton Ninomiya's […]