Victim Services Huron Perth

What an incredible day of learning, connection, and collaboration yesterday, Monday, May 11, in Stratford.

Victim Services Huron Perth was proud to host a sold-out Culturally Informed Approaches to Trauma & Violence training during Victims and Survivors of Crime Week 2026. This year’s theme, The Power of Collaboration, came to life as community partners gathered to learn from one another, share experiences, and strengthen how we support those in our communities.

A huge thank you to Steve Didham from Phoenix Consulting & Counselling for leading such an engaging morning session, and to the speakers from the Huron Perth Children's Aid Society's Mino-Bimaadiziwin Circle for sharing their knowledge, perspectives, and lived experiences in the afternoon. You created space for meaningful conversations and important learning that will stay with us.

We also want to thank Black Angus Catering for the delicious lunch and all of the attendees who helped make the day so impactful.

This free training was made possible through the generous support of the Department of Justice Canada.

Join us this afternoon at 4:00 pm at the St. Marys Public Library for a solidarity walk to Riverwalk Commons for a Sacred Fire & Learning Circle.