Community Workshops
The PHU offers a variety of educational workshops throughout the year covering a number of topics.
Become a Certified Food Handler
Everyone who handles food must take care to ensure food is handled and prepared safely. Food safety is everyone's responsibility. The most effective method for preventing food-borne illnesses is food handler education.
Car Seat Inspection Clinics
Motor vehicle collisions remain the leading cause of death and a significant cause of injury in Canadian children. A properly installed car seat can save the life of your child. The Porcupine Health Unit offers certified car seat technicians to help parents ensure their car seat is installed correctly.
Environmental Health Presentations & Resources
The Public Health Inspectors (PHI) at the Porcupine Health Unit conduct a variety of presentations for educators, day cares, health care professionals, workplaces and the general public.
Food Skills Programming
There is a growing concern regarding the lack of home cooking and loss of cooking skills among Canadians of all ages. Cooking is a critical life skill and the whole family, even children, should be involved in meal preparation. Many people typically turn to grab-and-go meals and snacks, but that’s not ideal when it comes to our health and the health of our children.
Nutrition Workshops & Resources
The Registered Dietitians at the Porcupine Health Unit conduct a variety of workshops and presentations for health care professionals, educators, workplaces and the general public.
Prenatal Workshops
Our Prenatal Workshops can help you get prepared for the exciting road ahead. We help parents grow their knowledge and confidence. You may even gain friendships that last a lifetime!
safeTALK: Suicide Alertness for Everyone
Most people with thoughts of suicide invite help. Often these opportunities are missed, dismissed or avoided leaving people more alone and at greater risk. safeTALK training prepares you to help by using TALK to identify and engage people with thoughts of suicide and to connect them with further help and care.