Crisis Management Resources

The resources listed below are provided to give a very high-level introduction to the importance of debriefing and talking or working through a traumatic incident. It is not intended to provide any type of certification or training. Unless you are properly certified, do not take on the role or call yourself a crisis counsellor.

We suggest considering getting training in mental health wilderness first aid. There are several first aid providers who offer this certification.

Web Resources for Further Learning

Critical Incident Stress Debriefing (pdf)

Critical Incident Stress Debriefing from a Traumatic Event

Trauma-informed: A resource for service organizations and providers to deliver services that are trauma-informed (pdf)

Understanding PTSD: A Guide for Family and Friends (pdf)

Canadian Crisis Counselling Services

Following is a list of links and resources dedicated to the understanding and prevention of suicide as well as crisis counselling.

Please note that Paddle Canada is not endorsing any of these services, but simply providing them as references. If you or one of your peers or students is experiencing a mental health crisis, please contact your local crisis centre, family doctor, go to the nearest hospital, or call 9-1-1.

Canadian Association for Suicide Prevention

• suicideprevention.ca
• 204-784-4073

Canadian Mental Health Association

• cmha.ca
• 613-745-7750

Kids Help Phone

• kidshelpphone.ca
• 800-668-6868

Anxiety Canada

First Nation Mental Health Services and Resources

Canadian Mental Health Association – Mental Health and Wellness Services for Indigenous Children and Youth

Noojimo Health