

Programs and Learning Opportunities
NEW WORKSHOPS AND LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES FOR ALBERTA COMING IN 2026!
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We've partnered national and international organizations to bring training and workshops to Alberta.
Contact rebecca@agwellab.ca if you're interested in taking a workshop. ​

In The Know: Mental Health Literacy Workshop
"In The Know" is a mental health literacy training program developed specifically for Canada’s agricultural community. This in-person or virtual workshop educates farmers or people who work with farmers about common mental health conditions and signs of mental distress, raises awareness and reduces stigma about mental health, increases participants' confidence talking about mental health, and connects people to appropriate supports.

COMET: Changing Our Mental and Emotional Trajectory
Coming soon!
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COMET is a community-based, upstream prevention program designed specifically to support mental health in rural and agricultural communities.
It trains neighbors, friends, and community members to identify signs of distress and initiate supportive conversations using a 7-item guide, aiming to intervene before a crisis occurs.

Staying Steady under Farm Pressure
Coming soon - Sept 2026
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This is a 90-minute community-based program that will offer practical, skills-based strategies drawn from cognitive-behavioural therapy and related approaches. The focus is on moving from knowledge to action and participants will learn and practical tools that can be used in everyday farm life when stress starts to feel hard to manage.​​​​​​
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In The Know: Facilitator Training
Take this training to become an In The Know facilitator, conduct your own workshops, and be part of a national network of facilitators who receive ongoing support.
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Canadian Agricultural Literacy Program
Introducing the first-of-its-kind training specifically designed to bridge the gap between mental health professionals and the agricultural community. In this training, you will learn about farm culture which will empower mental health providers to offer truly effective support that is tailored to farmers' unique needs.
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