Proceedings
Community-Based Suicide Prevention, Training and Crisis Line Development in the Northwest Territories
Levy S~~Teemotee J
A presentation on the Baffin Kamatsiaktut crisis line serving the Baffin and Kleewatin districts and northern Quebec. Developed by northern caregivers and staffed by volunteers the project met with success. Tips for creating a crisis line are provided. It is stressed that training must be specific to communities – a local perspective is essential.