Introduction to Prevention in Child Welfare November 27, 2026

Date: November 27, 2026
Time: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
Facilitator: Charlotte Ross
Cost: $350.00
Lunch, drinks and snacks provided
Location:  SFNFCI classroom

Objective: This one-day training is designed to give the new learner an overall orientation to the work of Prevention Workers. Participants will review and discuss the role of prevention practice in support of building strong families. Topics of discussion will include: the history of First Nations child welfare, and truth and reconciliation; the development of the prevention field; prevention policy and standards; child abuse protocol; perspectives that inform prevention practice; and program expectations.

Key competencies are defined as the knowledge, skills and abilities that are needed to work effectively as Prevention workers. This module is designed to equip you:

1. To develop a basic understanding of the history of the child welfare system in Saskatchewan by reviewing historical events that shaped First Nations child welfare.
2. To understand the policy, standards, and protocols that guide prevention work.
3. To understand the role of the prevention worker in building strong families.
4. To understand the various perspectives that inform prevention practice.
5. To review future program expectations.

Note: 100% attendance is required to receive course certification.  Deadline for registration is November 20th, 2026

Once registered, SFNFCI will send an invoice for payment directly to the email provided at registration. Please be sure to read SFNFCI’s Training policy for more information about Training Fees, Withdrawal, refunds and cancellations.
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Important information:  You will receive either- confirmation of enrollment email OR notification that you have been placed on our waitlist.  If you have any questions regarding this training, please feel free to contact the SFNFCI prevention team at: prevention@sfnfci.ca or call 306-373-2874.