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Equity Training Inventory

YWHO Hub Networks have identified a need for a comprehensive list of equity trainings available within Canada. The goal of this resource is to:

  1. Consolidate external equity training opportunities to streamline access.
  2. Contribute to building capacity across YWHO to provide culturally appropriate, identity specific, and/or other specialized care for diverse youth.

You can use the filter to search for training by topic/primary population focus and cost. 
Each training description has as much detail as can be found online, with a link to the website.

Disclaimer: This resource is not a formal endorsement of any of the listed trainings, but simply a compiled list of available trainings to streamline access for hubs. It is updated and reviewed annually by the Equity Team at the YWHO Provincial Office. It’s therefore possible that the information within this document becomes out of date between updates. It is your Hub’s responsibility to vet the trainings to ensure they align with your hub needs, budget constraints and values. 

For more information, please contact YWHO.Equity [at] camh.ca (YWHO[dot]Equity[at]camh[dot]ca)   

Inclusion criteria:
  • offered in Canada (or available to Canadians)
  • focused on EDI, anti-racism, anti-oppression, Indigenous reconciliation, and specific populations outlined as part of YWHO’s sociodemographic data collected on My Wellness Passport (MWP) 
  • target audience that can be attributed to YWHO Youth Wellness Team Roles
  • workshops, webinars, courses, certifications, or training modules (not university or college programs)
  • by recognized institutions, non-profits, government bodies, or accredited trainers 
  • available in English and/or French 
  • developed or updated within the last 5-10 years (as of 2025) 
  • free or at a cost

Please note that this resource may not include all trainings available related to equity. 
While we tried our best to include all available trainings that fit our inclusion criteria, it is possible that we missed some. This is an evolving list, and we are open to adding any additional training found or shared with us.

 

Indigenous Health Equity Webinar Series (PHESC)

Indigenous
Asynchronous
Primary Care Providers

Four-part Indigenous-led webinar series (1 hour each) covering Two-Spirit identities in care, “Two-Eyed Seeing” (blending Indigenous and Western health), Indigenous community engagement in planning, and decolonizing data. Comes with pre-readings and a certificate upon completion.

Cost
Free
Audited by PO or Hub
No
Organization

Waakebiness-Bryce Institute for Indigenous Health (DLSPH) – PHESC

Menstrual Equity 101 Workshop

Sex/Gender
Multiple Offerings
General

Menstrual Equity 101 is a virtual and interactive workshop where participants have the opportunity to:

• Gain a deepened understanding of period poverty and the intersection of social identities and their disproportionate effects on marginalized groups.
• Learn about the relationship between menstrual health, stigma, and period poverty.
• Build skills to participate in and navigate conversations about different facets of menstruation, tailored to the communities you support.
• Gain the knowledge to become a more confident advocate for menstrual equity.
• Earn a ME101 digital certificate of completion.
 

Cost
Paid
Audited by PO or Hub
No
Contact Info

qwisun [at] freeperiods.ca (qwisun[at]freeperiods[dot]ca)

Organization

Free Periods Canada

Mental Health Care for Children with and Seeking Refugee Protection

Newcomer/Refugee Health
Resource
General

The three resources explore practical guidance on:

Enhancing access to mental health care (Service delivery resource)
Conducting effective mental health assessments (Assessment resource)
Providing appropriate, evidence-informed treatment (Treatment resource)

Cost
Free
Audited by PO or Hub
No
Organization

Knowledge Institute on Child and Youth Mental Health and Addictions

Our Kids Health

Culture
Newcomer/Refugee Health
Resource
General

Offers translated and culturally-informed resources for youth ages 0-18 (inclusive of mental health content and developmental supports)

Cost
Free
Audited by PO or Hub
No
Organization

Our Kids Health

Planning & Evaluating Health Equity Improvements (Module 3)

Education
Asynchronous
Resource
General

Module on applying an equity lens in program planning and evaluation. Provides templates for equity-informed project charters, logic models, and evaluation plans to embed equity at every stage.

Cost
Free
Audited by PO or Hub
No
Organization

Alliance for Healthier Communities & Access Alliance

Respecting First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Data Sovereignty

Indigenous
Resource
General

The Respecting First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Data Sovereignty course introduces the fundamental principles of First Nations, Inuit and Métis data sovereignty and governance rights, equipping you with the knowledge to engage with FNIM data respectfully and transparently — building trust and fostering meaningful relationships with First Nations, Inuit and Métis communities...because how you use data matters.

Learning Outcomes – after completing this course, you’ll be able to:
• Recognize the principles of First Nations, Inuit and Métis data sovereignty and governance rights
• Align your work with CIHI’s commitment to respectful governance of First Nations, Inuit and Métis data
• Avoid common pitfalls that violate First Nations, Inuit and Métis data sovereignty and data governance rights
• Use First Nations, Inuit and Métis data in a respectful and transparent manner that aligns with FNIM health data priorities.
 

Cost
Free
Audited by PO or Hub
No
Contact Info

education [at] cihi.ca (education[at]cihi[dot]ca)

Language of Training
Duration
45 minutes
Organization

Canadian Institute for Health Information (CIHI)

San'yas Indigenous Cultural Safety Training

Indigenous
Asynchronous
General

$325 per person

8-week commitment, lots of content, would need a few hours per week dedicated to the course. 5 different course streams can be explored--check-in with Kate which stream to consider?

Cost
Paid
Audited by PO or Hub
Yes
Contact Info

leresha.lickers [at] phsa.ca (leresha[dot]lickers[at]phsa[dot]ca)

Organization

Vancouver Provincial Health Services Authority

The Complex Art of Working with Black Families Understanding Their History and Trauma

Race & Ethnicity
Trauma
Asynchronous
General

The presentation focused on developing cultural competency and responsiveness in working with Black families, and went over the below-noted topics of: 
• understanding racism and racial trauma
• cultural competence and responsiveness
• the Big Eight of Diversity
• barriers to mental health care for black families
• the art of working with black families - what to do
• cultural formulation interview
 

Cost
Free
Audited by PO or Hub
No
Organization

"Connections for Breaking The Cycle of Violence "

Toronto Rent Bank

Housing
Income
Resource
General

The Toronto Rent Bank provides grants to eligible Toronto tenants who are behind on their rent payments or need help with a first/last month’s rent deposit.

Cost
Free
Audited by PO or Hub
No
Location Specific Details

Toronto

Organization

Neighbourhood Information Post (NIP)

Trauma-Informed Care in Action

Trauma
Asynchronous
General

Trauma has an impact on not only the individuals we serve but also everyone we encounter. Trauma can lead to or increase mental illness, substance misuse, and physical illness. The very services that were designed to help individuals sometimes may be the cause of trauma or re-traumatization. This training provides an understanding of how to create structures and systems that recognize the traumas that exist and that prioritize the wellness of young people and program staff.

Cost
Free
Audited by PO or Hub
No
Language of Training
Duration
90 minutes
Organization

Point Source Youth

Unlearning Club

Indigenous
Race & Ethnicity
Resource
General

The Unlearning Club is an 18-month learning journey that explores systemic racism, white supremacy, and colonization as key factors influencing health outcomes. It aims to provide participants with the tools to recognize how anti-Indigenous racism and white supremacy manifest in our daily work and lives—through policies, practices, and processes—and to actively adopt anti-racist strategies to challenge and dismantle these systems.

Cost
Free
Audited by PO or Hub
No
Organization

Public Health Sudbury & Districts

Using Data to Advance Health Equity (Module 2)

Education
Intersectionality, Inequities
Asynchronous
Resource
General

Training module on collecting and analyzing data to identify and address health inequities. Introduces demographic data tools, stratification techniques, and using data for inclusive decision-making.

Cost
Free
Audited by PO or Hub
No
Organization

Alliance for Healthier Communities & Access Alliance

Wabano-win: The Art of Seeing Clearly (Indigenous Cultural Safety)

Indigenous
In-person Live
Primary Care Providers

One-day immersive cultural safety training by an Indigenous health center. Covers Canadian history from an Indigenous perspective, how colonial policies still shape healthcare inequities, and practical tools to approach interactions in culturally safe, meaningful ways. Quarterly webinars with Elders and Knowledge Keepers supplement the in-person training.

Free for Ontario Health East-funded orgs; others contact for availability

Cost
Free
Audited by PO or Hub
No
Organization

Wabano Centre for Aboriginal Health (Ottawa)