Community Action Teams Knowledge Exchange

Recent Events

• CAT Peer Workshop (November 8 & 15, 2021) –  Drawing Change: graphic recording, group meeting skills building session.
• CAT Coordinator Webinar (November 29, 2021) – Teamwork & Communication (facilitated by Sarah Carriere). This session focused on skills building for coordinators.
• CAT Knowledge Exchange (December 14, 2021) – Three CAT teams prepared 20 minute presentations to share their experiences and learnings.

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Knowledge Exchange

The CAT knowledge exchange aimed to accelerate this local action being taken to address the overdose crisis through increased connection among and between CATs. Virtual learning and networking between October 2020 and March 2021 built skills and relationships locally, regionally and provincially. This initiative was funded by the Ministry of Mental Health & Addictions and guided by a provincial advisory group of diverse individuals who represent CATs and includes people with lived and/or living experience.

Virtual Events Included:

• Peer Virtual Facilitation Training (October 27 & 28, 2020) – Focus on capacity building in a virtual setting for a minimum of two Peer Facilitators from each CAT.
• Knowledge Exchange Event (October 29, 2020) – Open to all CAT members, focus on holding space for peer voices and leadership, including a panel and networking.
• Peer Virtual Facilitation Training (February 3, 2021) – An additional offering of the training from fall 2020.
• Virtual Facilitation Training 2.0 (February 24, 2021) – A continuation of the virtual facilitation training featuring more advanced Zoom skills.
• Knowledge Exchange Session (March 17, 2021) – This two-hour session included opportunities for small group discussions, as well as presentations from CATs in different regions.

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Self Care & Safety for Online Events

Events can be dynamic, exciting places to learn and meet other people. However, we recognize that they can also be draining, especially in the virtual world, and we are striving to create safe virtual spaces. You can check out our full Virtual Safety Plan – this resource offers some guidance for taking care of yourself before, during and after a virtual event.

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Sign Up for CAT Knowledge Exchange Updates

Fill out the form below to stay informed about our work, events and learning opportunities. You will receive updates on the CAT Knowledge Exchange that originate from our provider, CyberImpact, and you can unsubscribe at any time. Questions? Contact us at substanceuse@bcpsqc.ca. 

This information is collected by the BC Patient Safety & Quality Council under section 26(c) of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and will be used for the purposes of event administration and to distribute newsletters. If you have any questions about the collection of this information, please contact: Sarah Carriere, Director of Health System Improvement (Acute & Long-Term Care), 201-750 Pender Street W, Vancouver, BC at 778.997.6685.

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