Mental Health First Aid Standard

9 hours | Blended course: Self-Paced Study + Facilitator Led Training

Mental Health First Aid is a practical, evidence-based course that empowers you to recognize the early signs of mental health challenges and substance use issues. Learn how to have supportive conversations, guide someone toward professional help, and build a compassionate community ready to act in times of crisis.

Empower yourself to make a difference in your community. Our Mental Health First Aid Training is designed to bridge the gap between awareness and action. With one in five Canadians experiencing mental health or substance use challenges each year, understanding how to recognize early warning signs and offer meaningful support is crucial. In this engaging course, you’ll learn to identify signs of mental distress, initiate supportive conversations, and connect individuals to the professional help they need—all while nurturing your own well-being.

Join us to break down stigma, foster empathy, and become a confident mental health ally in your community.

Mental Health First Aid: For everyone. And Every One.

Course Structure

  • Module 1

    Introduction
    Self-paced, Online (2 hours):
    This session introduces participants to the core actions of Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) and lays the groundwork for the hands-on learning in Modules 2 and 3. Gain essential knowledge and insight into the strategies you’ll practice as you build confidence in providing support.

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As a Mental Health First Aider, You will develop:

  • Peace of Mind

    You'll be more equipped to assist when someone close to you, such as a friend or coworker, is struggling. With the right skills, you'll feel confident and prepared to provide initial support.

  • Practical Skills

    You’ll be equipped with simple, actionable steps to provide support until the person can access professional help if needed.

  • Easier Dialouge

    It empowers you to navigate brave and meaningful conversations with confidence, without fear of saying the wrong thing or feeling uncomfortable.

  • Stronger Connections

    By learning to recognize when someone may need a little extra support, you’ll become a more compassionate friend, partner, or family member, strengthening relationships and your community.

Real Feedback. Real Impact.

MHFA Participant | McInnes Cooper

“Martina was phenomenal at getting us engaged and talking about the content. Martina's use of personal experiences to connect to the content makes all the difference between training that has impact and training that falls flat. She kept us on our toes and made learning fun. It was an amazing experience getting to learn something so important, and I'm so thankful for this experience!”

MHFA Participant | Abegweit First Nation

“Martina’s delivery of information was very intriguing and kept you drawn into the material.”

MHFA Participant | Laing House

“Martina is an excellent facilitator in the way she makes the material interesting and engages with participants. Martina was very personable and approachable and made everyone feel welcome to share their own stories and experiences.”

Workplace Wellness Champions

Fostering Healthier Teams, One Conversation at a Time

Every organization featured here has been an essential part of a transformative journey. Through our collaboration in Mental Health First Aid training, they've embraced the power of courageous conversations and committed to reshaping workplace well-being. These champions lead with care, break stigmas, and create lasting change—fostering workplaces where mental health is valued, supported, and openly discussed.

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Let’s Talk about Your Team or Organization’s MHFA Training Needs.

Let’s work together.

Interested in scheduling Mental Health First Aid Standard group training for your team or organization? We can tailor a solution to meet your specific needs.