Violence, Trauma and Suicide Prevention Protocol
In March 2022, leaders from across Strathcona County gathered in council chambers to sign the Violence, Trauma and Suicide Prevention (VTSP) Protocol, committing to work together to support resident safety.
The first of its kind in North America, the provincial award-winning protocol outlines practical steps for the County, RCMP, schools and other local and provincial partners to take during a community event involving violence, trauma or suicide. The protocol guides leaders on how to work together, share information, assess community impact and support residents.
This groundbreaking work allows organizations across the County to draw on one another’s unique strengths to improve quality of life for all residents. To learn more:
For complete copies of the attachments, please reach out to vtsp@strathcona.ca.
The VTSP Protocol was signed by:
Core members
AHS – Children, Youth and Families, Addiction and Mental Health
AHS – Intensive and Urgent Services
Alberta Children’s Services
Elk Island Catholic Schools
Elk Island Public Schools
North American Centre for Threat Assessment and Trauma Response
Sherwood Park – Strathcona County Primary Care Network
Strathcona County
Strathcona County RCMP
Community partners
Boys & Girls Club Strathcona County
Heartland Alliance Church
New Horizons School
Parents Empowering Parents (PEP) Society
Robin Hood Association
SAFFRON Centre Ltd.
Strathcona County Library
Strathcona Shelter Society Ltd. A Safe Place