Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) First Nations Workshop - Saskatoon, SK

‍This workshop teaches participants how to help someone experiencing a mental health crisis. This in-person workshop sparks the courage to have open and honest conversations about mental health with family, friends, and others. Designed for both Indigenous and non-Indigenous participants working with or within First Nations communities, it features interactive discussions and group activities. The session is facilitated by certified Mental Health First Aid instructors Tanya Madden and Kit Rediron, who bring experience working with vulnerable community members of Saskatoon.

Register now to become a Mental Health First Aider!

Supporting mental wellness in First Nations communities.

Why take this course?

• Gain the confidence and skills to engage someone with an emerging mental health problem or in a mental health crisis
• Reflect on life experiences and acknowledge historical context
• Decrease stigma and foster understanding
• Improve personal and community mental health awareness

Course Objectives

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

• Gain the confidence and skills to engage someone with an emerging mental health problem or in a mental health crisis
• Reflect on life experiences and acknowledge historical context
• Decrease stigma and foster understanding
• Improve personal and community mental health awareness

Participants will receive a Mental Health First Aid - First Nations certificate upon completion from the Mental Health Commission of Canada.

Location:

Morris Interactive Learning Centre (Inside the Supreme Steel building)

1 North Corman Industrial Park, Saskatoon, SK S7K 8C1

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Frequently asked questions

Where will the workshop be taking place?

At the Morris Interactive Learning Centre
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Will breakfast and lunch be served?

Yes! We will be providing a light breakfast and full lunch each day. Please indicate any dietary restrictions in your order form when you purchase your seat(s).

Do we have to pay for parking?

No, the Morris Interactive Learning Centre has free parking.

What do I need to bring?

Yourself! All materials will be provided.

If I don’t attend, will I get a refund?

If no notice is given, we cannot process refunds. With at least two weeks of notice, we will transfer your seat and fee to a future MHFA First Nations session or another session of the same value.

Can I bring a friend or colleague with me?

Of course! As long as they have been registered at least 1 week prior and paid for their seat (unless the workshop is at capacity).

Can I pay for my seat after attending the training?

Sorry, your seat is only confirmed once payment has been received.

Can I pay by cheque or invoice?

To offer a more streamlined experience, as of April 1, 2025, we are only accepting credit card payments for our conferences. Contact us for more information.

Is the Morris Interactive Learning Centre wheelchair accessible?

At this time, the Morris Interactive Learning Centre is not wheelchair accessible. We sincerely apologize for this limitation and want to make sure all attendees are informed in advance.