Dawson Creek Community Action Team

Dawson Creek Community Action Team The Dawson Creek CAT is a branch of the Community Action Initiative of BC. The local CAT is funded by the Community Action Initiative of BC. Our Values
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The Dawson Creek Community Action Team (CAT) is a group of like-minded service providers looking to reduce stigma and improve community safety and education in the areas of mental health and substance use disorder. Our Vision
Community-based agencies are essential partners in addressing mental health and substance use in BC. Our Mission
To strengthen the role and capacity of the community sector t

o improve mental health and address substance use for British Columbians. COMMUNITY KNOWLEDGE: Working directly with community to leverage local knowledge and build a strong and sustainable Mental Health and Substance Use sector through applying an equity lens to issues and solutions that extend beyond grant-making.

2. COLLABORATION: Supporting partnerships and collaboration across sectors to reduce systems barriers and empower collective action.

3. INCLUSION: Promoting diverse and culturally safe organizations, service providers, volunteers, and engaging individuals and families with lived and living experience across the lifespan.

4. CONTINUOUS LEARNING: Pursuing strategies informed by evidence, historical context, traditional knowledge, and the voices of community.

5. ACCOUNTABILITY: Ensuring sound stewardship of resources and accountability for impact.

10/12/2024

Discover Henry's tragic journey from a dedicated millwright to a hidden battle with addiction, revealing the unseen struggles behind closed doors.

08/07/2024

Discover how to support loved ones with substance use disorders using Motivational Interviewing techniques. Build empathy and encourage positive chang

07/15/2024

Let me know if you are interested in attending:

July 19th is the closing date for this FREE University course. Caregiving Essentials is a FREE, online course for family or informal caregivers of older adults. If you’re a caregiver, this program offers you valuable information and support, as well as ways to improve your overall health and well-being as a caregiver.

Woven through the course content is a Caregiver Action Plan (CAP), which is completed in order to prepare for expected and unexpected situations.

▪ Learn at your own pace
▪ Upon successfully completing the course, you will receive a micro credential
▪ This course is open enrolment until July 19th
▪ The course ends on August 4th regardless of when you join

07/12/2024
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05/23/2024

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Ethics for Lunch!! Please join us :)
02/06/2024

Ethics for Lunch!! Please join us :)

01/26/2024

Educating The Public On Drug Policy Reform

01/23/2024

In this engaging 60-minute webinar, Len will foster an open dialogue to address any questions you may have regarding the respectful engagement with Indigenou...

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