Fall 2024 Schedule

**The safety and well-being of staff, our community, and those we serve is at the forefront of our decision making. In accordance with the recommendation of public health authorities, we have determined that effective immediately, and wherever possible, all CHF training sessions will be held in a virtual or online capacity.**

For information about registering, or if you are interested in attending any of the training, please contact: training@calgaryhomeless.com

CHF online guidelines to staying engaged and participating:

1. Please download and test the software prior to the start of the workshop (i.e. Zoom or Microsoft Teams). Information will be provided upon registration as to which software will be used.
2. Create an online learning environment that minimizes distractions. Participants should be logging in from their office, a home office or a chosen quiet space from a laptop or computer, that has video and audio capabilities. (No cell phones please)
3. When possible, use headphones and ensure your camera is on so you can interact with other participants.

** Trainings which are considered core for accreditation purposes

Fall 2024 Training Schedule
TopicSession NameDateTimeName of Agency
Mental Health and Addictions**Suicide Assessment and InterventionWed, Sept. 11 & Thurs, Sept. 12, 20249:00 am - 12:00 pmScott Mclean
**Suicide Assessment and InterventionWed, Oct. 30 & Thurs, Oct. 31, 20249:00 am - 12:00 pmScott Mclean
Hoarding - Best PracticesTues, Sept. 24 & Wed, Sept. 25, 20249:00 am - 12:00 pmBehind The Hoard Consulting
**A Harm Reduction Approach to
Alberta's Overdose Crisis: Strategies
to Engage with People using Opioids
and Stimulants		Tue, Nov. 5 & & Wed, Nov 6, 20249:00 am - 12:00 pmWestwide Harm Reduction
Addictions and Mental Health - Strategies for Complex IssuesWed, Sept. 4 & Thurs, Sept. 5, 20241:00 pm - 4:00 pmCTRI
Indigenous Cultural Awareness**Indigenous Awareness – Part 1Wed, Nov. 20 & Thurs, Nov. 21, 20249:00 am - 12:00 pmDion Simon & Scott Mclean
**Indigenous Awareness – Part 2Wed, Dec. 4 & Thurs, Dec. 5, 20249:00 am - 12:00 pmDion Simon & Scott Mclean
**Understanding Treaties and Treaty relationships in Alberta – Part 1Wed, Nov. 13 & Thurs, Nov. 14, 20241:00 pm - 4:00 pmSara Solvey
**Understanding Treaties and Treaty relationships in Alberta - Part 2
*Prerequisite Part 1 within 1 year		Wed, Dec. 11 & Thurs, Dec. 12, 20241:00 pm - 4:00 pmSara Solvey
Diversity and Inclusion**Fostering Inclusion for LGBTQ2S people: A Training for the Homeless Serving SectorTues, Oct. 22 & Wed, Oct. 23, 20249:00 am - 12:00 pmCentre for Sexuality
**Leadership for Building an Inclusive Community Service OrganizationTues, Nov. 12 & Wed, Nov. 13, 20249:00 am - 12:00 pmSatya Inc.
Organizational CapacityResisting Burnout & Vicarious Trauma & the Zone of FabulousnessTues, Oct. 1 & Wed, Oct. 2, 20241:30 pm - 4:30 pmVikki Reynolds
Resident Tenancy Act and HousingTues, Oct. 8, 20248:00 am - 12:00 pmThe Calgary Drop In
Real Talk: Break the Cycle of Domestic AbuseTues, Sept. 10, 20249:00 am - 12:00 pmSagesse
Person-centred Approaches**Nonviolent Crisis Prevention and Trauma Awareness**
*IN PERSON TRAINING – Subject to cancellation on short notice		Tue, Sept. 10, 20249:30 am - 4:30 pmTRADEN
**Nonviolent Crisis Prevention and Trauma Awareness**
*IN PERSON TRAINING – Subject to cancellation on short notice		Thurs, Nov. 7, 20249:30 am - 4:30 pmTRADEN
Motivational InterviewingWed, Sept. 4 & Thurs, Sept. 5, 20249:00 am - 12:00 pmScott Mclean
Professional Wellness, Holistic Health, and Post-Traumatic GrowthWed, Sept. 18 & Thurs, Sept. 19, 20249:00 am - 12:00 pmScott Mclean
First Aid and Physical Health** HIV, Hepatitis C and Disease Prevention for Service ProvidersTues, Oct. 9 & Wed, Oct, 9, 20241:00 pm - 4:00 pmSafeLink Alberta
**Please note IN PERSON TRAININGS such as First Aid Training may be cancelled on short notice.**
**Basic First Aid Level CThurs, Sept. 26, 20248:00 am – 5:00 pmSt. John Ambulance
**Basic First Aid Level CThurs, Nov. 28, 20248:00 am – 5:00 pmSt. John Ambulance