Free online trainings

Last revised: May 29, 2025

Discover Ottawa Public Health's short, free online trainings accessible 24/7! To start learning, create an Olearn account at Olearn.Ottawa.ca with an email address.

All progress is saved and participants can access a downloadable certificate once completed training!

Party Safer

Learn about the effects of commonly used substances and how to reduce health risks using party safer tips. Information on substance use health, bystander intervention and mental health resources will be shared, as well as how to access naloxone.

Stigma: How You Can Impact Change

Learn about stigma and how the language we use around mental health, addictions and substance use health can impact our community.

Overdose Prevention and Response

Learn about types of drugs, intoxication and overdose prevention. Naloxone use and the 5 Steps to Respond to an Opioid Overdose will be reviewed including debriefing after an opioid overdose and available community supports.

Safer Events

Learn about how to support someone experiencing a mental health challenge, be better prepared on how to identify and respond to an overdose, how and where to access naloxone, and more.

Youth Education Modules

Learn about commercial tobacco, vaping, cannabis and their health effects. Information about smoke-free and vapour-free regulations will be shared in addition to resources and services related to mental health and substance use health.

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