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PSPNET

PSPNet offers a variety of courses and free resources aimed at Public Service Personnel (PSP) which includes first responders. PSPNet (Courses for Public Service Personnel) https://www.pspnet.ca/en/for-psp PSPNet Families (Resources …

Retirement Reimagined Workbook

Developed by Tammy Vigue, the Retirement Life Planning MAP looks at 3 retirement success factors: Mindset, Authentic Self, and Purpose. The map workbook helps individuals define their values, strengths, …

Sleep Resources

Recognizing that sleep is an integral part of maintaining your mental health, the following is a list of resources geared towards improving your sleep hygiene. Report on the Effects …

Emergency Services Foundation: Families Guide

Developed by the Emergency Services Foundation, Victoria, Australia, this Guide is intended to help families of emergency service workers – especially families of volunteers.

Additional Resource: IAFF Retirement Webinar

Hosted by the International Association of Fire Fighters, this webinar discusses the realities of retirement among fire service members. https://www.iaffrecoverycenter.com/continuing-education/behavioral-health-fire-service-retirement/

RESILIENCE BOOSTER!

The Canadian Mental Health Association has produced this advice on boosting mental resilience.

Family Support

Resources and support that are available to the families of first responders who may be struggling with their mental health. Camp Maple Leaf Camp Maple Leaf offers a one …

Mental Health Practitioner Directory

This directory includes occupationally-aware mental health professionals who have received specialized training in treating first responders. If an employee lives in a more remote part of British Columbia, they …

Preventing Suicide

How to reduce the risk of suicide, including looking for warning signs.

Supporting a friend or family member with a mental illness

A resource for families and friends of people in the recovery process from a mental illness.