Presentation Outline: Suicide.ca – A Unique Digital Suicide Prevention Service 1. Introduction to Suicide.ca • Ajout is a one-of-a-kind digital service focused specifically on suicide prevention. • It supports: o Individuals experiencing suicidal thoughts. o People concerned about someone else. o Those grieving a suicide loss. • Mission: Help · Educate · Prevent. 2. Core Services • 24/7 Chat and Text Support o Available around the clock. o Responders are 100% professionally trained to handle suicidal and homicidal-suicidal crises. • Suicide.ca Website o More than a crisis platform—it's a comprehensive mental health resource hub. 3. Content and Educational Tools • Blog Section o Over 75 articles addressing mental health issues linked to suicidal ideation. • Podcast Series o Recently launched: 4 interviews with Quebec celebrities sharing personal stories of suicidal thoughts and mental health challenges. • "MyTools" Section o Designed for individuals with suicidal thoughts or at-risk due to mental health issues. o Includes 6 interactive activities: 1. Take action 2. Calm down 3. Get motivated 4. Reach out to family and friends 5. Protect myself 6. Journal 4. Interactive Tools for Prevention • Self-Assessment Tool o Helps users better understand their situation. o Developed by top suicide prevention researchers in Quebec and France. • Security Plan o A personalized plan to use during moments of distress. o Can be completed alone, with a loved one, or with a healthcare professional. o Shareable with counselors or trusted contacts. 5. Counselor Training and Clinical Support • Hiring Requirements o All responders hold a degree in mental health or a related field. • Initial Training Program o 84 hours of training, including:  9 online modules  Assessments and journaling  Simulated practice sessions for different age groups (adults, children under 13)  Focus on a solution-based approach • Ongoing Professional Development o Continuous personalized clinical supervision o Regular clinical group sessions