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Fort St. John's Suicide Prevention Efforts: Training & Community Spaces
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Fort St. John, B.C. witnessed a surge in youth suicide prevention training following two tragic incidents. The University of Northern British Columbia and Foundry, a youth service organization, collaborated to offer ASIST and safeTALK courses. Feedback indicated a demand for shorter training sessions. Following a mass shooting in Tumbler Ridge, Foundry extended support, demonstrating a proactive approach to crisis intervention. This summer, Foundry Fort St. John plans to host safeTALK courses and establish youth hangouts at the local library. They are also working on establishing a physical location to further support youth and families in the region.
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