Substance Use, Gaming and Gambling Health for Youth

Available Trainings

Understanding Problematic Substance Use and Substance Use Disorders in Youth

This training covers the spectrum of substance use, understanding problematic substance use using a biopsychosocial approach, recognizing the stages of change, and explores the connection between trauma and substance use. This workshop is customized to unique challenges youth face.

Responding to Youth at All Stages of Use

This training helps parents, caregivers, teachers and all other caring adults effectively meet the needs of youth across the spectrum of use – from no use to problematic use.

Understanding Problematic Gaming and Gambling

Training coming soon!


Please note that Rideauwood’s reception is closed on Monday, June 24th. If you are in crisis or in need of immediate support, please contact the Distress Centre of Ottawa at 613-238-3311.

For any urgent items, please contact us by email using the form on our Contact page.

Thank you.


Veuillez noter que la réception de Rideauwood sera fermée le mardi 24 juin. Si vous êtes en situation de crise ou avez besoin de soutien immédiat, veuillez communiquer avec le Centre de détresse d’Ottawa au 613-238-3311.

Pour toute demande urgente, veuillez nous contacter par courriel en utilisant le formulaire sur notre page Contact.

Merci.