- Date(s): 28 September 2026, 29 September 2026
- Time: 09:00 to 16:00
- Location: Online
- Audience: Family and loved ones, Members, Practitioners
This two-day training is intended for anyone who supports, as a volunteer or a professional, people living with or recovering from a mental health problem. It aims to equip participants to recognise a breach of rights, support the person through the steps that follow and, where needed, represent them before the relevant bodies.
Who is this training for?
No prior legal knowledge is required. The training is designed to be accessible and draws heavily on scenarios taken from real cases handled by our team.
- Members of Droits-Accès de l’Outaouais
- Community sector practitioners
- Caregivers and people close to the person
- Anyone wishing to better understand their rights
What the two days cover
- Day 1 — Fundamental rights. The Quebec legal framework, consent to care, involuntary hospitalisation and protective supervision. Hands-on workshop in the afternoon.
- Day 2 — Support and representation. The supporting role, drafting a complaint, appeals before the Administrative Tribunal of Quebec, and the role of the complaints commissioner.
“I understood that defending your rights isn’t fighting someone. It’s making sure what is already written gets respected.” — a participant from the previous cohort
How to register
The training is free and places are limited to 18 people so that everyone can take part in the discussion. A light lunch is served; please let us know of any allergies or dietary restrictions when you register.
To register, write to us at the address shown on our Contact us page, or give us a call. You will receive a confirmation within five business days.
This activity is made possible with the financial support of the Community Organisation Support Program.