Resource Centre for Suicide Prevention - RCSP

Resource Centre for Suicide Prevention - RCSP Our Vision is
To promote mental well-being, raise awareness, eliminate stigma, and educate to reduce suicide, suicidal behaviors and their impacts.

The Suicide Prevention Resource Centre provides coordination, outreach, presentations, training, research and information, mental health promotion, referrals, and services after suicide. The Centre is funded by Alberta Health Services, Child and Family Services, Green View FCSS, County of Grande Prairie FCSS, City of Grande Prairie CSD/FCSS, donations, grants, and fundraising. Services:

Preventi

on
Promotion of mental health in order to reduce suicidal behaviour at its roots. Intervention
Training in recognition of warning signs, crisis intervention and referral. Activities targeted to high risk groups. Improving access to and awareness of services for people at risk. Education, information and research services. Postvention/Survivor Support
Post-suicide services in cooperation with Victims Assistance and as part of the Critical Response Team. People who have lost someone to suicide can also phone us directly for support and information (780-539-6680).

📢 Workshop UpdateOur Group Facilitation Workshop has been postponed and rescheduled to October.📅 The exact date will be ...
08/25/2026

📢 Workshop Update

Our Group Facilitation Workshop has been postponed and rescheduled to October.

📅 The exact date will be confirmed soon, and we’ll share the details as soon as they’re available.

Thank you for your understanding and patience. We look forward to bringing you a day of practical learning, connection, and skill-building!

Questions? Get in touch:
📧 [email protected]
📞 780-539-6680

🎤 We’re excited to welcome Erica Fisher back as our MC for a third year!Erica Fisher brings warmth, professionalism and ...
08/23/2026

🎤 We’re excited to welcome Erica Fisher back as our MC for a third year!

Erica Fisher brings warmth, professionalism and genuine community spirit to the Chair Extraordinaire. Her commitment to giving back extends beyond the microphone, as she continues to lend her time, voice and energy to causes that make a difference in our community.

Join us for the 16th Annual Chair Extraordinaire on Saturday, September 26, 2026, at Evergreen Park in Grande Prairie, as we come together to raise vital funds for su***de prevention and mental health support.

🎟️ Want to join us?

Get your tickets here: https://www.zeffy.com/en-CA/ticketing/the-16th-annual-chair-extraordinaire

Thank you, Erica, for continuing to show up for our community!

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Our From Darkness to Light Walk is getting closer. 🌅Join us Saturday, September 12th at Centre 2000 as we come together ...
08/21/2026

Our From Darkness to Light Walk is getting closer. 🌅

Join us Saturday, September 12th at Centre 2000 as we come together to walk for hope, connection, and su***de prevention.

Whether you’re walking in memory of someone you love, showing support for someone in your life, or simply standing alongside your community, there is a place for you here.

Pledges are also welcome this year and can help support the Resource Centre for Su***de Prevention’s work to foster hope, build skills, and create lifesaving conversations.

📅 Saturday, September 12, 2026
📍 Centre 2000, Grande Prairie
⏰ 6:00–9:00 AM
☕ Coffee and light breakfast provided

Walk From Darkness to Light. Walk for hope. Walk for connection.

Register at: www.zeffy.com/en-CA/ticketing/from-darkness-to-light-su***de-awareness-walk

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🎤 A familiar voice is returning to the Chair Extraordinaire stage!For many years, Tarril Rosvold has helped bring our Ch...
08/19/2026

🎤 A familiar voice is returning to the Chair Extraordinaire stage!

For many years, Tarril Rosvold has helped bring our Chair Extraordinaire auction to life, generously sharing his time, energy and auctioneering skills to support an evening that raises vital funds for su***de prevention and mental health support in our community.

We’re grateful to have Tarril back for the 16th Annual Chair Extraordinaire on Saturday, September 26, 2026, at Evergreen Park.

He knows how to keep the bids moving, the chairs turning, and the generosity flowing. 🪑

If you’d like to see Tarril in action and be part of an evening that makes a difference, tickets are available now.

🎟️ Purchase tickets here: www.zeffy.com/en-CA/ticketing/the-16th-annual-chair-extraordinaire

Going once. Going twice. Going towards hope.

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Productivity and good mental health go hand in hand.Mental health doesn’t look the same for everyone at work.For some, i...
08/18/2026

Productivity and good mental health go hand in hand.

Mental health doesn’t look the same for everyone at work.
For some, it’s speaking up in meetings with confidence.
For others, it’s taking a quiet moment to recharge between tasks.

A healthy workplace is one where we respect each other’s needs, support open conversations and have the knowledge, training and support to have tough conversations.

Tough conversations save lives. Learn how at www.toughenoughtotalk.org

🧠💚 Mental Health First Aid Essentials – 1-Day Workshop 💚🧠Join us in two weeks for a practical and engaging 1-day Mental ...
08/17/2026

🧠💚 Mental Health First Aid Essentials – 1-Day Workshop 💚🧠

Join us in two weeks for a practical and engaging 1-day Mental Health First Aid Essentials course designed to help you feel more confident supporting those around you.

Learn how to:

✨ Recognize signs of mental health distress

✨ Start safe and supportive conversations

✨ Offer practical support until professional help is available

✨ Prioritize your own well-being while helping others

This workshop focuses on real-life skills and practical tools that can be used in everyday situations — whether at work, at home, or in the community. Choose from two upcoming dates.

📅 August 28th and October 7th

💲 $260 per person

🕘 1-Day Training

A meaningful, accessible way to build confidence, strengthen connection, and support mental wellness in your community. 💚

Register here 👉🏼 www.zeffy.com/en-CA/ticketing/group-facilitation-workshop-2

👉🏼

08/15/2026

📣 Did you miss our Group Facilitation Workshop in June? Here is your opportunity to take it in two weeks!

We’re excited to invite you to our upcoming Group Facilitation Workshop taking place on August 27th from 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM.

This interactive one-day workshop is designed to strengthen facilitation skills and build confidence in leading meaningful group experiences. Participants will explore topics including group dynamics, leadership styles, trauma-informed practice, co-facilitation, and strategies for responding to challenging behaviours with clarity and compassion.

✨ Lunch is included

💲 Registration Fee: $150

Join us!
https://www.zeffy.com/en-CA/ticketing/group-facilitation-workshop-2

Build confidence and strengthen your group facilitation skills in this engaging one-day workshop — lunch included!Participants will explore practical…

Our annual From Darkness to Light Walk is one month away. 🌅Join us on Saturday, September 12, 2026 from the Centre 2000 ...
08/13/2026

Our annual From Darkness to Light Walk is one month away. 🌅

Join us on Saturday, September 12, 2026 from the Centre 2000 as we walk together in support of World Su***de Prevention Day, honour those we have lost and bring hope to those who may need it.

This year, we’re also welcoming pledges to help support the Resource Centre for Su***de Prevention and the work we do to foster hope, build skills and create lifesaving conversations.

Whether you’re walking in memory of someone you love, walking in support of someone who may need a little extra connection, or simply want to stand with your community, we’d love to have you walk with us.

📅 Saturday, September 12, 2026

📍 Centre 2000, Grande Prairie

⏰ 6:00–9:00 AM

Walk From Darkness to Light. Walk for hope. Walk for connection.

www.sp-rc.ca/darkness-to-light-walk/

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Thank you for providing this youth resource 💛
08/12/2026

Thank you for providing this youth resource 💛

We welcome families in Grande Prairie to explore grief support options for children aged 5-15. Register for Camp Heal A Heart this year! Each offers age-appropriate activities, gentle peer connection, and trained facilitators who guide sessions with care. We tailor support by age and need so every child can feel safe and understood. 🌿💛 - Contact us at [email protected]

Address

#200, 10014 99 Street
Grande Prairie, AB
T8V3N4

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+17805396680

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