AMSSA and its member agencies and stakeholders organize public community events, workshops for newcomers to Canada as well as professional development training, workshops, seminars and conferences for (re)settlement, language training diversity and inclusion sector employees. Community events and workshops which are continuous are listed below the calendar.
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Mental Health First Aid
Burnaby Mental Health First Aid February 19-20
What is Mental Health First Aid? This workshop teaches participants how to help someone who is showing signs of a mental health problem or is experiencing a mental health crisis. The 2-day, 12-hour certified basic training course is a program of the Mental Health Commission of Canada and covers the following topics:
• Signs and symptoms of mental health problems and crisis situations
• A basic model to provide mental health first aid
• Information about how to help in a crisis and how to help prevent a crisis
• Encouraging a person to identify options for help
Training will be held on February 19-20 from 9 am-4 pm at the Fortius Sport and Health 3713 Kensington Ave in Burnaby. Please note that spaces are limited. Cost is $250 and includes lunch, a manual and a certificate issued from the Mental Health Commission of Canada.
To register or for more information, please call or email:
Lori Veltkamp
403-942-5250
Email: loriveltkamp@mentalhealthready.com
http://mentalhealthready.com
Ongoing Community Events/Programs
English Upgrading Classes for Adults
Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday 12:40 – 2:40 p.m.
September 2025 – January 2026
Free LINC classes for adults
September 2025 – January 2026
