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Retreats, Trainings + Classes

Still & Strong Wellness Retreat for Helping Professionals: Nourishment in nature for those who care deeply

  • June 12 - 14, 2026

  • Nicole Marcia, Registered Clinical Counsellor & Yoga Therapist

    Melissa Pickett, Social Worker, Psychotherapist & Trauma Center Trauma-Sensitive Yoga Facilitator

  • The Brew Creek Centre, Whistler BC

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Introduction to Addictions
SFU First Responders Trauma Prevention and Recovery Continuing Education

  • Starts May 5, 2026
    10 weeks
    Self-paced, online with due dates set by instructor.

  • $650

  • Addiction touches many lives, impacting not only the individual, but also their family, their workplace and their community. In this course, you will review theories on addiction, the stages of addiction, as well as prevention methods and treatment.

    This course will provide first responders with the knowledge of addiction required to enhance their working relationships with people with addictions of various types. It will also provide learners with opportunities for personal assessment of addictive behaviour, and to enhance daily mindfulness with respect to addiction warning signs. You will be introduced to frameworks for practice in mental health and addictions, including values, philosophies, and multicultural and indigenous perspectives, as well as current trends, issues and available community resources.

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SFU First Responders Trauma Prevention & Recovery Certificate
Infosession

  • Thu, 25 Jun 2026
    12pm - 1pm PST
    Online

  • Join us for a free info session to explore our First Responders program.

    This part-time, online program will better equip you to navigate the challenges of stress and trauma in your day-to-day work environment as a first responder.

    The only certificate of its kind in Canada, it's designed for members of emergency paramedic and firefighting services, police and military services, and is taught by experienced active-duty or retired professionals in a variety of first response fields.

    Reserve your spot and check your confirmation email for a link to the online info session.

    Note: This info session will not be recorded. You're welcome to turn on your camera in Zoom, or leave it off if you prefer.

  • First Responders Trauma Prevention and Recovery Certificate

    First responders deal with traumatic events repeatedly, on a scale unimaginable to those outside the emergency, disaster response and military services. Designed by first responders for first responders, our specialized online program explores how trauma in the workplace impacts mental health. You’ll take away practical tools and strategies to better prepare and support yourself, your peers and your organization in the face of trauma. 

    Learn more

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The Therapeutic Relationship (Online)
Ajna Yoga

  • May 29-31, 2026

  • $380

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In this Together: A 4 -week support circle for family members of those navigating mental illness and addiction

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Yoga, Psychology, & the Mind Immersion
Ajna Yoga

  • 3 weekends, April 24-26, May 1-3, May 8-10, 2026

  • $1000

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