A community of drop-ins and allied members throughout Toronto
The Toronto Drop-In Network (TDIN) offers a range of trainings developed through its internal training and social enterprise program. These sessions are designed to strengthen the capacity of drop-in staff, managers, and volunteers to provide effective, inclusive, and trauma-informed services to participants.TDIN trainings draw on the collective expertise of member agencies and experienced facilitators working within the drop-in sector. Sessions cover foundational and advanced topics such as best practises in drop-in settings, participant engagement, de-escalation, and supporting individuals who use substances.Trainings are offered on a sliding-scale fee for member agencies and at a flat rate for external organizations.For more information TDIN trainings or to inquire about custom training sessions for your team, please contact TDIN Training and Engagement Coordinator at 647-464-1733| engage@tdin.ca.
Crystal Clear
Monday April 13 2026 to Monday June 29 2026
Event Type: In-person
Crystal Clear is a weekly peer-led group that focuses on improving communication, public speaking and leadership. Crystal Clear is an initiative of TNG's Crystal Meth Project, but it is an opportunity for all staff at TNG. Crystal Clear will be hosted:Every Monday (starting April 13) 9-11am91 Bellevue Ave, Gym (enter through Campbell Russell Lane) Some frequently asked questions: Why should I join Crystal Clear?
Apart from those reasons, are there any other incentives?Peers are eligible to receive a $50 No Frills gift card after attending 5 sessions Peers can also get an additional $50 No Frills gift card for every 5 prepared speeches they deliver in the group! Any team member who delivers 15 prepared speeches will receive the ***Crystal Clear Award*** Do I need to RSVP?No, this group is on a drop-in basis. Do I need to attend every Monday?No. Team members are encouraged to attend whenever available. Do I need to let my supervisor know I'm attending?Yes, please let your supervisor know you're interested in attending and they can discuss a plan for you to attend. Are clients eligible to attend?At this time, the focus of Crystal Clear is to build capacity of staff teams in communication, public speaking and group leadership. Clients who are interested in Crystal Clear are encouraged to apply for the Crystal Meth Project peer program. How do I apply to take the Crystal Meth Project training and be a Peer Worker?To apply for the training, you must have lived experience with crystal meth. Contact Tomas at 437-349-1467 or tomas.mirabelli@tngcs.org to apply or find out more.Crystal Clear Poster
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CATIE: Medetomidine in Canada’s unregulated drug supply Webinar
Tuesday May 19 2026
Event Type: Virtual
This webinar examines the increasing presence of medetomidine in the unregulated drug supply and the challenges it presents to people who use drugs and service providers. Participants gain an overview of the impacts of medetomidine in Canada and explore implications for frontline service providers responding to the drug toxicity crisis.Presented in partnership with the Canadian Centre on Substance Use and Addiction.This webinar examines the increasing presence of medetomidine in the unregulated drug supply and the challenges it presents to people who use drugs and service providers. Participants gain an overview of the impacts of medetomidine in Canada and explore implications for frontline service providers responding to the drug toxicity crisis.Medetomidine is a veterinary tranquilizer increasingly being detected alongside fentanyl in the unregulated drug supply in parts of Canada. Similar to xylazine, but significantly more potent and longer-acting, it is associated with added complexities in overdose response and withdrawal management.Moderator: Magnus Nowell, CATIESpeakers:
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