By Jean-Paul McDonald
Farms.com
The Community Fund, proudly presented by Farm Credit Canada (FCC), is excited to announce that applications for its 5th year are now open. This initiative aims to bring free mental health workshops to agricultural communities, enhancing their well-being and support systems.
With the deadline set for February 15th, 5:00 PM CST, this year promises an even broader range of courses, thanks to FCC's continued support.
These workshops are crucial for the mental health of those in agricultural communities. We're calling upon leaders, businesses, and associations from all rural agricultural areas across Canada to help facilitate these vital sessions.
In addition to the in-person regional courses, the program also includes online workshops covering various mental health topics. These online sessions are open to everyone, with dates to be announced soon.
A new addition this year is the virtual peer-to-peer support group named 'Grief Support.' This group will focus on understanding different types of grief, including suicide bereavement and grief support. Additionally, crisis response workshops will be available to provide even more extensive support.
The AgCulture course, tailored specifically for mental health professionals, will continue. This program helps these professionals understand the unique challenges faced in agriculture, thereby enhancing their ability to provide effective support.
FAQ’s
Any member, business, or association from agricultural communities across Canada is welcome to apply.
This year, we have expanded our courses to include ‘Talk Ask Listen’, ‘In The Know’, ‘Mental Health First Aid’, and ‘Suicide Awareness’ workshops.
Selected communities will be contacted with a request for a 30-day grace period.
Absolutely! We encourage all to apply, with spots allocated through a lottery system, and new workshops added each year.
Don't miss this opportunity to be a part of these empowering workshops. Apply now to bring these essential resources to your community.