Mental Health First Aid Certification
Evidence-based training to recognize, respond to, and support declining mental health and crisis situations. Four programs, one goal: build confident, capable first aiders.
Which program fits you
The Mental Health Commission of Canada reports that one in five Canadians experiences a mental health or substance use problem each year. These programs build the skills to notice the signs, start the conversation, and connect people with support.
MHFA Essentials
Core mental health awareness, the ALGES action framework, and stigma reduction — a solid foundation for any team.
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The full program — awareness, ALGES, stigma, self-care, plus in-depth crisis response for situations like suicide risk and psychosis.
Learn moreSupporting older adults
For family, caregivers, and community health workers who want to support older adults through mental health decline or crisis.
Learn moreSupporting youth
For parents, teachers, and coaches who want to recognize and respond to mental health changes in young people.
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Special Offer
Suicide Awareness Webinar
$49.00 $125.00
MHFA – Essentials and Certificate – (Virtual)
November 2026
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Check the time where you areFor more information about our MHFA Essentials program, download the brochure here.
For more information about our MHFA Certificate program, download the brochure here.
MHFA Supporting Older Adults (Virtual)
For more information about our MHFA Supporting Older Adults, download the brochure here.
MHFA Supporting Youth (Virtual)
For more information about our Youth program, download the brochure here.
What time is my course where I live?
Our live virtual courses are listed in different time zones across Canada. Pick the time and province from the course listing, and the map shows the start time across Canada.
When it is 9 AM in B.C.
| Region | UTC | Local time |
|---|---|---|
| B.C. & YukonBritish Columbia, Yukon, western Nunavut | UTC−7 | 9 AM |
| Alberta, Sask. & N.W.T.Alberta, Saskatchewan, Northwest Territories, central Nunavut | UTC−6 | 10 AM |
| Manitoba, Ontario & QuebecManitoba, Ontario, Quebec, eastern Nunavut | UTC−5 | 11 AM |
| Maritimes & LabradorNew Brunswick, Nova Scotia, PEI, Labrador | UTC−4 | 12 PM |
| NewfoundlandIsland of Newfoundland | UTC−3:30 | 12:30 PM |
Winter hours, November 1, 2026 to March 14, 2027. B.C., Yukon, Alberta, Saskatchewan, the Northwest Territories, Manitoba and northwestern Ontario no longer change their clocks. Nunavut spans three time zones. B.C.’s East Kootenay region follows Alberta time, and southeastern Labrador and Quebec’s Lower North Shore follow a neighbouring zone.
Book a private course for your team
We offer virtual Mental Health First Aid Certification all across Canada, in any time zone. Choose from the publicly available options above based on your needs and schedule — spaces are limited, so register now. Prefer a private session for your organization or team? Book one below.
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I wanted to let you know how impactful your training was to me, and the spark that it ignited in me to take a more active lead in my own wellness and that of others!MHFA trainee
Course objectives
Participants will learn how to…
Recognize signs that a person may be experiencing a decline in their mental well-being or a mental health or substance use crisis.
Have conversations that encourage a person to:
- Talk about their mental well-being
- Discuss professional and other supports
- Reach out to these supports
Assist in a mental health or substance use crisis situation.
Check in with one’s own mental well-being and take action as needed.
All sales are final. No refund for cancellations. As spots are limited your purchase prevents others from that spot. If you are not able to make the course IF there is space available we may offer you a spot at a later date. The minimum age for certification is 16 yrs old. All registrants must participate from an individual device (computer/phone).
