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TDIN Training

Training is a key component of the Toronto Drop-In Network (TDIN) social enterprise model and plays an important role in supporting workforce development, resource sharing and sector engagement across the drop-in and homelessness-serving sectors.

TDIN offers a variety of training opportunities designed to strengthen the knowledge, skills, and capacity of frontline workers, drop-in staff, leadership teams, volunteers, peers, and anyone interested in delivering effective, equitable, and trauma-informed services.

Our trainings are informed by the collective expertise of TDIN member agencies, sector leaders, and experienced facilitators working directly within community and drop-in settings. Sessions range from foundational to advanced topics and may include participant engagement, trauma-informed practice, de-escalation techniques, harm reduction, supporting people who use substances, and best practices for creating welcoming and inclusive service environments.

TDIN provides training workshops through a sliding-scale fee structure for member agencies and a flat-rate fee structure for non-member and for-profit organizations. Custom training sessions can also be developed to meet the specific needs of individual organizations and teams.

Eligible TDIN member agencies may apply available TDIN Training Allocation Funds toward the cost of training. The availability and amount of remaining funds will be confirmed by the TDIN Training and Engagement Coordinator at the time of booking.

For more information about TDIN trainings or to discuss customized training opportunities for your organization, please contact: TDIN Training and Engagement Coordinator at 647-464-1733| engage@tdin.ca.

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Social Planning Toronto: Let's Talk About Voting! How to Make an Informed Choice on Election Day

Tuesday October 6 2026
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Advocacy Workshop
Advocacy is an essential part of supporting people as they navigate complex systems and access the resources, services and supports they need. This interactive FREE training is designed exclusively fo...
Building Belonging: Centered Approach To Inclusion
Building Belonging is an interactive and reflective training rooted in Toronto Drop-In Network values of dignity, access, equity and mutual care. Grounded in real community voices and lived exper...
Case Management in a Drop-In Setting Training
(Half-Day Training | Approximately 3 Hours) Supporting participant-led goals is a sector best practice and a key function of the role drop-ins play in the lives of vulnerable community members. As fro...
De-escalation Training
This workshop is designed for front line workers, managers, volunteers and anyone working with people experiencing issues related to being unhoused, street involved, mental health and or substance use...
Deputation Training
What is a deputation? A deputation is a short presentation made to City Council or one of its committees, where members of the public can share their views, stories, and recommendations on important i...
Drop-In Best Practices
The drop-in sector’s best practices are effective and accountable ways of providing service in a meaningful and supportive way to its participants.Learning Objectives: Understand the evolu...
Effectively Supporting Drop-In Participant Engagement (Half Day Training)
Increasing opportunities for participants to collaborate and lead in planning, implementation, evaluation and decision-making processes of drop-ins and other programs is another ‘best practice&r...
Effectively Supporting Drop-In Participants Who Use Methamphetamine
The opioid overdose crisis is the defining public health crisis of our time, having taken tens of thousands of lives across Canada — including the lives of many street-involved people. While the...
Enhanced De-escalation
De-escalation is not a one-time skill, it’s an ongoing practice. Building on the foundations of the De-escalation Training, this interactive workshop creates space to revisit key skills, reflect...
Group Facilitation
Build Confidence. Create Connection. Lead with Intention. This Group Facilitation training is an interactive 2.5 hour workshop designed to support individuals in building the skills, confidence a...
Harm Reduction 101
Build a stronger understanding of harm reduction through this engaging and informative 2.5 hour workshop designed for service providers, frontline staff, peer workers, community members and anyone loo...
Information Collection & Evaluation (ICE) Tool
Are you new to using the Information Collection & Evaluation (ICE) Tool, returning to it after some time, or looking for a refresher on reporting requirements? Schedule a 1:1 ICE Tool training wit...
Public Speaking
Build confidence. Find your voice. Strengthen your presence. This interactive 2.5 hour workshop is designed to support individuals in exploring their comfort levels with public speaking in a supportiv...
Sharing My Story
Using lived experience with intention, care, and impact  Sharing My Story is an interactive, trauma-informed training designed to support individuals in safely and confidently sharing their lived...
Supporting People On The Streets (SPOTS)
As businesses, institutions and frontline teams across our communities increasingly encounter the realities of homelessness, mental health challenges, substance use and public crisis situations, many ...
TDIN Municipal Election Engagement Workshop
Municipal elections are an important opportunity to have your voice heard and help shape the communities we live in. Your vote matters! Exercising our civic duty is one way we can help influence decis...