This manual describes the problem of youth suicide among Canada's Aboriginal communities, providing a model for understanding Aboriginal youth suicide. A total of 17 prevention strategies are presented and examples of existing prevention initiatives are discussed. A number of culturally relevant resources are suggested for further assistance in efforts to implement prevention programs. As well, a step-by-step action plan to mobilize prevention groups and communities is described.

Source: Calgary, AB: Centre for Suicide Prevention

Available on loan through SIEC, (Alberta residents only) SIEC No: 2003-1078 or download from SIEC.

This book describes an evidence-based suicide prevention program for Canadian Aboriginal youths. The Advisory Group on Suicide Prevention presents information about suicide rates in aboriginal communities. Recommended guidelines for suicide prevention in these communities, suggestions for integrated health care at national and regional levels, and the importance of community-driven approaches to suicide prevention programs are included.

Source: Ottawa: Advisory Group on Suicide Prevention

Available on loan through SIEC, (Alberta residents only) SIEC No: 2003-0577 or download from Health Canada.

This workshop summary includes theoretical and practical aspects of suicide prevention in Nunavut as presented by frontline suicide prevention workers, health care professionals, and researchers. Climactic, social and cultural characteristics of the Arctic region are discussed.

Source: Iqaluit, Nunavut. Best Practices in Suicide Prevention and the Evaluation of Suicide Prevention Programs in the Circumpolar Arctic (workshop manuscript).

Available on loan through SIEC, (Alberta residents only) SIEC #2003-0586 or download from Information Centre on Aboriginal Health.

This manual describes a variety of issues that people face in adolescence, such as sexual orientation and identity development. The purpose of the book is to highlight developmental achievements and specific points of cognitive and psychosocial crisis during this period. Statistics, warning signs, and risk factors for suicide are presented. A comprehensive model for suicide risk assessment by mental health professionals is provided.

Source: Calgary, AB: Calgary Health Region.

Available on loan through SIEC, (Alberta residents only) SIEC #2003-0333 or download from Lifelong Mental Health.

This comprehensive manual was written as a practical tool for those interested in youth suicide prevention. It includes summary pages, checklists, and resources. The manual reviews youth suicide in British Columbia, describes a model for thinking about and organizing suicide prevention programs and services, provides information about 15 youth suicide prevention "best practices" strategies and introduces guidelines for community efforts.

Source: Vancouver, BC: Suicide Prevention Information and Resource Centre of British Columbia.

Available on loan through SIEC, (Alberta residents only) SIEC #1998-0686.

This manual describes the problem of youth suicide among Canada's Aboriginal communities, providing a model for understanding Aboriginal youth suicide. A total of 17 prevention strategies are presented and examples of existing prevention initiatives are discussed. A number of culturally relevant resources are suggested for further assistance in efforts to implement prevention programs. As well, a step-by-step action plan to mobilize prevention groups and communities is described.

Source: Calgary, AB: Centre for Suicide Prevention

Available on loan through SIEC, (Alberta residents only) SIEC No: 2003-1078 or download from SIEC.

This book describes an evidence-based suicide prevention program for Canadian Aboriginal youths. The Advisory Group on Suicide Prevention presents information about suicide rates in aboriginal communities. Recommended guidelines for suicide prevention in these communities, suggestions for integrated health care at national and regional levels, and the importance of community-driven approaches to suicide prevention programs are included.

Source: Ottawa: Advisory Group on Suicide Prevention

Available on loan through SIEC, (Alberta residents only) SIEC No: 2003-0577 or download from Health Canada.

This workshop summary includes theoretical and practical aspects of suicide prevention in Nunavut as presented by frontline suicide prevention workers, health care professionals, and researchers. Climactic, social and cultural characteristics of the Arctic region are discussed.

Source: Iqaluit, Nunavut. Best Practices in Suicide Prevention and the Evaluation of Suicide Prevention Programs in the Circumpolar Arctic (workshop manuscript).

Available on loan through SIEC, (Alberta residents only) SIEC #2003-0586 or download from Information Centre on Aboriginal Health.

This manual describes a variety of issues that people face in adolescence, such as sexual orientation and identity development. The purpose of the book is to highlight developmental achievements and specific points of cognitive and psychosocial crisis during this period. Statistics, warning signs, and risk factors for suicide are presented. A comprehensive model for suicide risk assessment by mental health professionals is provided.

Source: Calgary, AB: Calgary Health Region.

Available on loan through SIEC, (Alberta residents only) SIEC #2003-0333 or download from Lifelong Mental Health.

This comprehensive manual was written as a practical tool for those interested in youth suicide prevention. It includes summary pages, checklists, and resources. The manual reviews youth suicide in British Columbia, describes a model for thinking about and organizing suicide prevention programs and services, provides information about 15 youth suicide prevention "best practices" strategies and introduces guidelines for community efforts.

Source: Vancouver, BC: Suicide Prevention Information and Resource Centre of British Columbia.

Available on loan through SIEC, (Alberta residents only) SIEC #1998-0686.