December 5, 2022, Canmore, Alberta, Canada
The Canadian Association of Suicide Prevention (CASP) and the Canadian Suicide Prevention Coordinators Network (CSPCN) are pleased to announce that they have recently joined forces through a partnership that will strengthen collaborations among the two national organizations.
CASP has been at the forefront of the movement to reduce the impact of suicide in Canada for more than three decades. They have a broad and diverse membership, and their efforts are guided by staff and volunteers dispersed across the country. CASP has taken a leadership role in supplying evidence-based informational tools and a National Support Services Directory, while coordinating an annual National Conference, virtual events and advocacy work throughout the year.
CSPCN is a national network of representatives who work in suicide prevention and life promotion at a national, provincial, territorial, regional, or local level. The Network was set up in 2012 with the aim of connecting members of the sector for knowledge exchange and to build upon existing successes in suicide prevention across Canada. The Network’s volunteer co-chairs host quarterly teleconference meetings on relevant topics and new developments in suicide prevention, intervention and postvention (aftercare). The Network is planning its next teleconference meeting for February 2023.
Both CASP and CSPCN are excited about this partnership and look forward to new opportunities for sharing, learning and networking among their organizations.
CASP’s Executive Director, Sean Krausert, explains, “The Canadian Suicide Prevention Coordinators Network has been connecting suicide prevention coordinators for over a decade and we are proud to support the Networks’ efforts and to welcome their members to CASP.”
The Network’s Co-Chair, Elisa Brewer-Singh agrees and adds, “The time is right for us to join forces and to continue to contribute to CASP’s vision of a Canada without suicide. Within CSPCN, we often use the adage, “We are stronger, together’, and this partnership aligns with that message.”
Membership to CASP and CSPCN is free and open to those interested in preventing suicide in Canada. Those interested can learn more by visiting CASP and CSPCN. To receive news and information about suicide prevention and events, please subscribe to CASP’s free newsletter.
Resources
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A Guide for Family and Friends
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Engage in dialogue with compassion and curiosity that can promote understanding and connection
pdf
These guidelines encourage public sharing of experiences that will be safe for everyone to hear
pdf
This guide is designed to help parents, guardians, and caregivers of children under 12
pdf
A high-level overview of what to consider when using suicide risk assessment tools
pdf
A summary of tools and supports to help cope with suicide loss
pdf
This is a guide to preventing suicide in your community. The guide will walk you through creating a community suicide prevention plan.
article
Sharing the Story of the Promoting Life Together Collaborative
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The four steps in Suicide Prevention and universal responsibilities of the community, healthcare, and government.
article
Hear more about life after a suicide attempt from suicide survivors
article
Nine things you can do to help
December 5, 2022, Canmore, Alberta, Canada
The Canadian Association of Suicide Prevention (CASP) and the Canadian Suicide Prevention Coordinators Network (CSPCN) are pleased to announce that they have recently joined forces through a partnership that will strengthen collaborations among the two national organizations.
CASP has been at the forefront of the movement to reduce the impact of suicide in Canada for more than three decades. They have a broad and diverse membership, and their efforts are guided by staff and volunteers dispersed across the country. CASP has taken a leadership role in supplying evidence-based informational tools and a National Support Services Directory, while coordinating an annual National Conference, virtual events and advocacy work throughout the year.
CSPCN is a national network of representatives who work in suicide prevention and life promotion at a national, provincial, territorial, regional, or local level. The Network was set up in 2012 with the aim of connecting members of the sector for knowledge exchange and to build upon existing successes in suicide prevention across Canada. The Network’s volunteer co-chairs host quarterly teleconference meetings on relevant topics and new developments in suicide prevention, intervention and postvention (aftercare). The Network is planning its next teleconference meeting for February 2023.
Both CASP and CSPCN are excited about this partnership and look forward to new opportunities for sharing, learning and networking among their organizations.
CASP’s Executive Director, Sean Krausert, explains, “The Canadian Suicide Prevention Coordinators Network has been connecting suicide prevention coordinators for over a decade and we are proud to support the Networks’ efforts and to welcome their members to CASP.”
The Network’s Co-Chair, Elisa Brewer-Singh agrees and adds, “The time is right for us to join forces and to continue to contribute to CASP’s vision of a Canada without suicide. Within CSPCN, we often use the adage, “We are stronger, together’, and this partnership aligns with that message.”
Membership to CASP and CSPCN is free and open to those interested in preventing suicide in Canada. Those interested can learn more by visiting CASP and CSPCN. To receive news and information about suicide prevention and events, please subscribe to CASP’s free newsletter.
Resources
After a Suicide Attempt – A Guide for Family and Friends
A Guide for Family and Friends
Vocabulary – How to Talk about Suicide
Engage in dialogue with compassion and curiosity that can promote understanding and connection
Guidelines for Sharing Experiences with Suicide
These guidelines encourage public sharing of experiences that will be safe for everyone to hear
Talking to Children About A Suicide
This guide is designed to help parents, guardians, and caregivers of children under 12
Suicide Risk Assessment Kit
A high-level overview of what to consider when using suicide risk assessment tools
Toolkit for People Impacted by a Suicide Loss
A summary of tools and supports to help cope with suicide loss
Together to Live
This is a guide to preventing suicide in your community. The guide will walk you through creating a community suicide prevention plan.
The Promoting Life Together Collaborative
Sharing the Story of the Promoting Life Together Collaborative
Suicide is Everyone’s Business
The four steps in Suicide Prevention and universal responsibilities of the community, healthcare, and government.
I Survived a Suicide Attempt
Hear more about life after a suicide attempt from suicide survivors
You Can Help With Suicide Prevention
Nine things you can do to help
Announcing the Launch of our Suicide Bereavement Support Group Facilitators Network
Related Information
I Survived a Suicide Attempt
Trauma-informed Care and Suicide – Fact Sheet
Bullying and Suicide – Fact Sheet
Injury Prevention and Suicide – Fact Sheet
The Case for a National Strategy and Nationwide Hotline
How To Handle Distress Calls At Work
CASP Honours WSPD with Virtual Event to Help Raise Awareness and Understanding
CASP Strongly Believes Canada Needs A National Suicide Prevention Strategy
Canadian Association For Suicide Prevention Believes All Canadians Have A Part In Reconciliation
Forests of Hope – New Program
Considerations for Online Support Groups
Statement on Recent MAiD Developments