2023 Conference – Day 1 – Peer Support Plenary
Peer Support: A Canadian Perspective Presented by Brad McKay Brad McKay is a retired Staff Sergeant from York Regional Police who was instrumental in creating a Trauma Team, and …
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Peer Support: A Canadian Perspective Presented by Brad McKay Brad McKay is a retired Staff Sergeant from York Regional Police who was instrumental in creating a Trauma Team, and …
Read More2023 Conference – Day 1 – Family Plenary
Let’s Talk About It: Strategies to support young people’s understanding of parental operational stress injury Presented by Dr. Helena Hawryluk & Jerris Popik This presentation will focus on creating …
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Family Support: A Panel Discussion Members of the BC First Responders’ Mental Health Committee share their experiences on navigating family life while also working as a first responder. This …
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Taking the Lead: A Panel Discussion Hear from a range of leaders on their experiences, insights, and lessons learned in this facilitated panel discussion. Panel members will share their …
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Fostering Team Cultures That Support High Performance and Well-being Presented by Dr. Duncan Shields Public safety organizations and workers face an increasingly complex set of systemic challenges that lie …
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Mental and Physical Impacts of Trauma on First Responders Presented by Kaleigh Paddon In order for first responders to understand the impacts of trauma on their mental and physical …
Read More2023 Conference – Day 1 – Research Presentations
Hear from a variety of presenters showcasing their current research and what they are currently doing within the field of first responder mental health. Crisis Lines Presented by Gisell …
Read MoreSummary of A Guide for Retirees
A printable, one-page summary of A Guide for Retirees to assist first responders to mentally prepare for a healthy and fulfilling retirement.
Read MoreFamily Night Facilitator Guide
In recognition of the importance of family in the resilience of first responders, and for the well-being of family members themselves, first responder organizations will host family nights to …
Read MoreFamily Resilience Perspectives Series: Mental Health Clinician
Family members are often the first to notice changes in the mood and behaviour of their first responder loved one. It can be helpful for families to understand the …
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