Adolescent Parent Day
2024-10-24 09:15 - 14:30 (America/Winnipeg)
ADOLESCENT PARENT DAY INVITATION
Thursday, October 24, 2024
9:15am to 2:30pm
Norwood Hotel
112 Marion Street

Please join us for APIN’s Annual Adolescent Parent Day (APD)

This year at APD, APIN is pleased to have Aj’a presenting Drumming is Medicine

Presentation: This presentation will involve sharing and learning drum teachings
and songs. As Indigenous people of Turtle Island, we use our traditional drums as
a way to connect with spirit. The traditional drum provides opportunity for
healing as well as connecting with our ancestors. Learn how the drum can help us
on our journey to live mino bimaadiziwin, the good life.

Presenter: My name is Aj’a. I am Anishinaabe on my mom’s side and on my dad’s
side I am Red River Métis. I am a mother and a Helper. I walk with my Anishinaabe
name that was passed on to me by my kukom from 4 generations before me. My
kukoms on both sides were medicine women. I walk with different teachings that
have been passed down from my family and other people I’ve connected with on
my journey. I carry those teachings in my bundle, my spirit, my blood and my
bones. I am truly grateful for this way of life.
As you may know I lived at Villa Rosa over 24 years ago as a young mother. I was
17 when moved there and began my motherhood journey. I also went to school
at APC when I had my daughter. I share this part of my story with you so you
know when I come and join your circles, I come with experiential knowledge. I
understand what’s it’s like to be a teenage mother and to reach out for supports
in my community. I am grateful for Villa Rosa and APC for the guidance and
kindness they’ve showed on my journey. Meegwetch for inviting me to share
teachings at the Adolescent Parent Day, I am honored.

APD Schedule: The day starts at 9:15am with a light breakfast. Career Trek will be
presenting from 10:00-10:30, followed by Aj’a’s Drumming is Medicine
presentation from 10:45-11:45. Lunch will be served at 12:00pm. Please bring
formula or lunch for your children as this will not be provided. At 1:00pm, there
will be 3 breakout sessions – Library Services, STI Games, and a photobooth.
Participants will rotate between the 3 sessions.

Participants staying until the end of the day will receive a gift bag, filled with
goodies!

This year’s Adolescent Parent Day will have a Halloween theme. All participants
will be entered to win a prize. If the participant or their child is dressed in
costume, they will receive a bonus entry!

Pre-registration is mandatory as space is limited. We hope to accommodate
everyone’s requests.

SERVICE PROVIDERS:
To register (participants and service providers) please email Pamela at
apin@apin.org. If a participant is unable to attend, please feel free to send a
substitute.
Information required:
1. Service provider’s name and contact information
2. Organization
3. How many participants and babies/children will be attending from your
organization (participants will sign in and provide their names at
registration)
4. Meal requests: If a vegetarian or vegan meal is required, please provide the
attendee’s name with the corresponding meal request. Meal requests can
only be accommodated if prearranged.

Please register no later than Friday, October 18th, 2024.

Virtual Lunch and Learn "Parenting - New Words, Real Change?"
2024-11-14 12:00 - 13:00 | online
You Are Invited To
An APIN Virtual Lunch and Learn
Community Legal Education Association
“Parenting – New Words, Real Change?

TOPIC: Parenting – New Words, Real Change?
LOCATION: Online – Go To Meeting
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PRESENTATION:
This presentation will focus on the changes to the Divorce and Family Law Acts, with discussion of the emphasis on the duty to resolve without conflict or involving the children, the changes in language used to describe the incidents of parenting, the considerations set out in the legislation, including the emphasis on family violence concerns, and the provisions concerning moving/relocation.

SPEAKER: Wayne Rose
Wayne Rose attended the University of Manitoba, obtaining a Bachelor of Arts, then entered the Faculty of Law where he earned an LLB (law degree) in 1984. After articling with Legal Aid Manitoba, he was called to the Bar in June 1985.
Since then, Mr. Rose has practiced primarily in the area of family law as an associate lawyer and more recently as a sole practitioner. He has appeared at both levels of Manitoba’s superior courts; Courts of King’s Bench and Court of Appeal.
Mr. Rose is an active member of the Manitoba Bar Association, having served on the executive and as chair of the Family Section.

To register, please go to:
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Virtual Lunch and Learn
2025-01-16 12:00 - 13:00
You Are Invited To
An APIN Virtual Lunch and Learn

Employment and Income Assistance
and
Manitoba Supports for Persons with Disabilities

TOPIC: EIA and MSPD

LOCATION: Online – Go To Meeting
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PRESENTATION:

This presentation will include an overview of the Employment and Income Assistance (EIA) and Manitoba Supports for Persons with Disability (MSPD) programs and how to apply. Time will be provided for answering specific questions.

SPEAKER: Vincent Villanueva and Claire Askew

This presentation will be provided by Vincent Villanueva and Claire Askew, Leading Program and Practice Specialists with Employment and Income Assistance.

To register, please go to:
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Virtual Lunch and Learn "Thunderwing Introduction"
2025-02-07 12:00 - 13:00 | online
You Are Invited To
An APIN Virtual Lunch and Learn
“Thunderwing Introduction”

TOPIC: Thunderwing Introduction
LOCATION: Online – Go To Meeting
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PRESENTATION:
The presentation will include:

A brief history
our purpose
our process
eligibility for our program
impacts on community

SPEAKER: Maiah Feely
I have been working with Mount Carmel Clinic for nearly four years (with a brief hiatus for outdoor adventuring) and have been with Thunderwing since it joined Mount Carmel in 2023. I began my journey at Mount Carmel in the ACT program while completing my bachelor’s degree in psychology. During my time with ACT, I discovered my passion for community work and relationship-building—values that have continued to guide my work at Thunderwing. Currently, I am pursuing my master’s degree in counseling psychology.
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Virtual Lunch and Learn: "Community Living disABILITY Services"
2025-03-06 12:00 - 13:00 | online
You Are Invited To
An APIN Virtual Lunch and Learn

“Community Living disABILITY Services”

LOCATION: Online – Teams

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PRESENTATION:
Community Living disABILITY Services is a voluntary program that supports eligible adults with intellectual disabilities in Manitoba to live good and satisfying lives in their communities. This presentation will provide information on the referral process, eligibility, the SIS assessment, and services offered.

SPEAKER: Bree Hoye and Jennifer Riddolls
Bree Hoye and Jennifer Riddolls are Intake Coordinators with the Community Living disability Services program. They have worked for the Department of Families for 18+ years, including 10 years as Community Services Workers, prior to joining the Winnipeg CLDS intake team.

To register, please go to:
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APIN Conference
2025-05-08 09:00 - 15:30 | Caboto Centre, 1055 Wilkes Avenue, Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3P 2L7, Canada
Adolescent Parent Interagency Network (APIN) is very pleased to invite you to our Conference with speakers Dr. Heather Watson and Julie Walsh!
TOPIC: ‘Triggered! Trauma Informed Care for Adolescents During Pregnancy’ with Dr. Heather Watson AND ‘Co-Creating A Safety State: Helping Coregulate and Create Stronger Relationships with Youth’ with Julie Walsh
LOCATION: The Caboto Centre, 1055 Wilkes Avenue, Winnipeg
TO REGISTER: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/1303510457869?aff=oddtdtcreator

TRIGGERED! Trauma informed care for adolescents during pregnancy
Learning Objectives:

Appreciate that trauma is both common and under-recognized

Define personal, intergenerational and collective trauma

Clarify how trauma affects adolescents differently from older adults

Neurobiology, depression and vulnerability to addiction

Identify how trauma impacts teens during pregnancy

Somatic symptoms, social isolation and fetal toxic stress

Recognize how trauma affects care providers

Moral injury and the I-hate-you-please-help-me paradox

Develop strategies to minimize unintentional retraumatization in clinical settings

Guiding principles of trauma-informed care, concrete steps

Presenter: Heather Watson, MD, FRCSC (PDWH)
Dr Heather Watson is a psychosocial Obstetrician Gynecologist, with fellowship training in the interactions between psychiatric, social and reproductive health. She has developed a shared-care obstetrical practice with perinatal psychiatry and midwifery, and loves her job. She is also Director of PreClerkship for Obstetrics and Gynecology at the Max Rady College of Medicine at the University of Manitoba. Here she indulges her love of teaching and finds the students to be inspiring educators in return.

Co-Creating A Safety State: Helping Coregulate and Create Stronger Relationships with Youth
Learning Objectives:
Define the Concept of a Safety State:

Describe the meaning of a Safety State, the Window of Tolerance, and different arousal states
The role of the nervous system in regulation, attachment, and cognitive functioning

Understand the impact of trauma and stress on regulation

Explain how early childhood experiences, trauma, and stress influence an individual’s window of tolerance

Identify dysregulation

Describe common signs, symptoms, and indicators of hyperarousal and hypoarousal in youth

Understand the role of coregulation

Why co-regulation is a critical experience for emotional development and self-regulation
How to use our presence to support a sense of safety and calm in youth

Provide strategies to enhance regulation

Tools and techniques to regulate hyperarousal and hypoarousal

Presenter: Julie Walsh, MSW, RSW
Julie Walsh, MSW, RSW is a child and family therapist with over 15 years of experience. Specializing in trauma, attachment, regulation, and reunification, Julie has developed training programs, manuals, and workshops for government and non-profit agencies across Manitoba and Eastern Canada. She provides workshops focusing on Trauma, Attachment, Regulation, Caregiving, and the impact of Technology Use, equipping caregivers and professionals with information and practical tools to foster safety, connection, and resilience.

Virtual Lunch and Learn - Sara Riel Services Orientation
2025-10-03 12:00 - 13:00 | online
You Are Invited To
An APIN Virtual Lunch and Learn
“Sara Riel Services Orientation”

LOCATION: Online – GoTo Meetings
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PRESENTATION:
Sara Riel is a community based, not for profit mental health and addictions/substance use agency that has provided supports to individuals since 1977. We offer a variety of supports such as one to one case management, employment supports, community mentorship, peer supports, and psycho-educational/peer support groups. The best part is, all of our services are offered free of charge! For this presentation we will review the services we offer, how to get involved, and what you can expect from Sara Riel while receiving supports.

SPEAKER: Cameron Tindall
Cameron completed his BA with majors in Psychology, and Rhetoric, Writing and Communications from the University of Winnipeg and has been working with Sara Riel since 2012. Cameron has over 15 years of experience in the mental health and addictions services field and is currently the Director of Mental Health and Addictions at Sara Riel. Cameron has presented previously at the Global Wellness Summit, Canadian Professional Human Resource Conference, and was published in the Canadian Journal of Aging in 2021 for his contributions to a project for frontline long-term care workers mental health during COVID-19.

To register, please go to:
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Adolescent Parent Day!
2025-10-30 09:00 - 14:30 | Norwood Hotel, 112 Marion Street, Winnipeg, Manitoba, R2H 0T1, Canada
ADOLESCENT PARENT DAY INVITATION
Please join us for APIN’s Annual Adolescent Parent Day (APD)

This year at APD, APIN is pleased to have Ko’ona Saber presenting:

Exploring relationships and our interconnectedness in Community

Presentation: Through storytelling, sharing lived experience, as well as drawing from mainstream education, this presentation will illustrate the importance of healthy relationships as parents navigate their role raising resilient children equipped for today’s challenges. In urban environments relationships are precious, most neighbourhoods have their own resources and parent spaces often tied to either schools or community centers. Creating a safe, healthy home for those around us hinges on our ability to communicate and relate with our environment and those we welcome into our family circle. This presentation will empower you to assert your parental authority and reflect for your children how to respect those around us.

Presenter: Ko’ona Saber is an Anishinaabe-kwe member of the Bizhiw doodem (Lynx Clan) from Peguis First Nation. She had until 2017 resided in the North End of Winnipeg for thirteen years, where she continues to work strengthening and supporting primarily indigenous families and children, travelling from Peguis. She empowers others through health promotion, advocating for indigenous voices, community development in addition to providing cultural programs and supportive services. Ko’ona has been sharing her Indigenous teachings for over thirty years, through Traditional Family Parenting education and hand drumming.

APD Schedule: The day starts at 9:15am with a light breakfast. Ko’ona is scheduled to present from 10:00-11:45, with a brief break at midpoint. Lunch will be served at 12:00pm. Please bring formula or lunch for your children as this will not be provided. Also, Norwood Hotel has a limited number of high chairs. Please ask parents to bring a stroller or booster seat for their baby. At 1:00pm, there will be 3 breakout sessions – Library Services, drumming and songs with Aj’a, and a photobooth. Participants will rotate between the 3 sessions.

Participants staying until the end of the day will receive a gift bag, filled with goodies.

This year’s Adolescent Parent Day will have a Halloween theme. Participants whose child is dressed in costume will be entered in a draw to win a prize!

Pre-registration is mandatory as space is limited. We hope to accommodate everyone’s requests.

SERVICE PROVIDERS:
To register (participants and service providers) please email APIN at
apin@apin.org. If a participant is unable to attend, please feel free to send a substitute.

Information required:

Service provider’s name and contact information
Organization
How many participants and babies/children will be attending from your organization (participants will sign in and provide their names at registration)
Meal requests: If a vegetarian or vegan meal is required, please provide the attendee’s name with the corresponding meal request. Meal requests can only be accommodated if prearranged.

Please register no later than Wednesday, October 22, 2025.
We look forward to seeing you!

Lunch and Learn- NMT, Presented by Sonya Warga and Dawn Isaac
2026-01-15 12:00 - 2026-06-16 13:00 | online
Prairie Tides is a healing-centered initiative in Manitoba that offers support for youth facing mental health and substance use challenges. It provides a live-in healing home and community-based services that are culturally safe and trauma-informed. The organization utilizes the Neurosequential Model of Therapeutics™ (NMT™) to create personalized healing plans tailored to each youth’s needs. Prairie Tides emphasizes a Two-Eyed Seeing approach, integrating Indigenous wisdom with Western therapeutic practices, to ensure holistic care and support for youth in their healing journeys.

Dawn Isaac (BHEC, MAAC) is Anishinaabe-ikwe from Sagkeeng First Nation. She holds a bachelor’s degree in human Ecology and a Masters degree in applied communications. She has several years of experience in research & training with a focus on intergenerational, developmental, and organizational trauma as well as Indigenous issues in both a historical and current context. She is passionate about promoting a wide-spread understanding of trauma-informed and trauma-responsive services as a best practice approach across multiple sectors. Dawn is also committed to advancing Indigenous knowledge(s), resilience, healing practices, and creating safe spaces, as well as fostering reconciliatory relationship building. Dawn spent more than a decade working as part of an intergenerational team (grandmother-mother-granddaughter) facilitating workshops and healing sessions on intergenerational trauma and resilience. Through this transfer of knowledge, she has been part of an interdisciplinary team developing a Reconciled Healing Model as an overarching clinical framework for organizations in the healing and helping profession. Dawn has also worked closely with Dr. Sandra Bloom, to pilot Creating Presence; a new and innovative clinical approach to transform organizations and foster trauma-resilient practices.

Sonya Warga (MMFT) is the Clinical Director at Marymound, where she has worked since 2016. She obtained her Masters of Marriage and Family Therapy from U of W and had planned to grow a private practice, but after joining Marymound, she discovered a passion for working with youth. Sonya is responsible for supporting the programs and clinicians who work at Marymound by troubleshooting, problem-solving, advocating, and planning the clinical framework of the organization. She believes that every interaction with youth should be therapeutic, whether it is through one-to-one meetings or maintaining a therapeutic environment in group homes. Sonya’s work is focused on creating a continuity of approach to generate solidity in the organization.

This series provides a neurodevelopmentally-informed perspective on human development, focusing on the human stress response system and the impact of childhood adversity. Rather than framing these experiences solely in terms of trauma, we will emphasize how adversity and attachment dysregulation shape behaviour and emotional responses. The goal is to help professionals in social and human services create relationally safe environments that support emotional regulation and well-being.
Participants will explore key concepts of brain development, the effects of childhood adversity, and attachment disruptions. Participants will gain an understanding of the importance of safety and emotional regulation, particularly for individuals who have experienced adverse childhood experiences (ACEs), mental health challenges, or co-occurring disorders.
Objectives of this series include:

Understanding the neurological, physiological, and emotional impacts of childhood adversity.
Learning strategies to foster emotional regulation in individuals.
Identifying strengths and vulnerabilities in clients and adopting a strengths-based approach.
Creating relationally safe spaces that promote co-regulated, supportive relationships.

By the end of the series, participants will be equipped with an in-depth understanding of how to reduce stress, enhance emotional regulation, and foster supportive, safe environments for clients or individuals in their care. This training will help professionals create environments where individuals, especially those with histories of adversity, feel safe, understood, and capable of building resilience in the face of stress and emotional challenges.

This NMT Lunch and Learn is a 6 part series, the dates it will be hosted are listed below!

January 15th 2026
February 19th 2026
March 5th 2026
April 16th 2026
May 14th 2026
June 11th 2026

Elmwood Lunch and Learn
2026-03-26 12:00 - 13:00 | online
Elmwood community and resource center will be presenting about who they are to the community!
Topics Include:

Employment and Literacy supports
Upcoming elmwood initiatives; HIPPY and SMART
New Elmwood programming regarding counselling, friend and family support, and substance user supports
Ongoing programming focused on strengthening attachment and fostering healthy relationships.

APIN Conference 2026
2026-05-07 08:30 - 15:30 | Caboto Centre, 1055 Wilkes Avenue, Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3P 2L7, Canada
Get ready for APIN Conference 2026, the ultimate in-person meetup for APIN enthusiasts!

Welcome to the APIN Conference 2026!
Including a light breakfast and lunch, the 2026 APIN conference will include a guest speaker, engaging conversation, and the opportunity to network with individuals in your field of work.
Guest speaker David Robertson will be speaking on the following topics:

Representation Matters
Writing social Activism
Living with Anxiety: Representation and Normalization of Mental Health Through Story
Freedom to Read and Book Banning
The Journey of The Misewa Saga

He shares deeply personal insights drawn from his own life to connect authentically with his audience. With this platform, he educates and inspires people on crucial topics like Indigenous rights and mental health awareness.
Registration:
FEE: Early Bird $60, Normal $85
Early Bird Deadline: March 27th ,2026
Registration Deadline: April 20th 2026
Registration includes light breakfast and lunch. Vegan, Vegetarian or gluten free meals available upon request.
If cost is a barrier to attend please contact Apin@apin.org for opportunities at a reduced rate.
Sign up using our Eventbrite link: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/1983829973855?aff=oddtdtcreator

Special Guest Speaker: David A. Robertson
David Robertson stands as one of Canada’s most influential voices in literature and public discourse. A member of Norway House Cree Nation, he is a celebrated author, graphic novelist, and podcaster. His work offers profound insights into critical topics like Indigenous themes, mental health, and freedom of expression. At the heart of David Robertson’s work lies a deep commitment to sharing Indigenous stories and perspectives
