Case Note Writing: Ethical Practices from an Indigenous Lens

July 30, 2026, October 14, 2026

Training Description:

This customized full day workshop is designed to support social service employees in documenting case notes that can be seamlessly integrated into their work, guided by an Indigenous lens.

Schedule:

Thursday, July 30, 2026, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday October 14, 2026, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Format:

In Person

Learning Objectives:

The session will focus on the following key areas:

Employing a strengths-based approach
Language to use in the documentation
Writing in a factual, concise, and accurate manner
Acknowledging the impacts of colonization, racism, and intergenerational trauma
Promoting transparency and accountability in documentation
Identifying and addressing unconscious bias, and embracing constructive feedback

Who Should Attend?

Mental health professionals
Social services and community-based professionals
First responders and emergency services
Health care workers and support staff
School and post-secondary personnel
Leaders, managers, and supervisors
Human resources and people operations teams
Employees in corporate or business settings
Anyone working in people-centred or support roles

Trainer:

Danielle Peebles, MSW-IK, RSW

Trainer Bio:

Danielle is Ojibwe and a member of the Keeseekoowenin First Nation with family connections to Sagkeeng First Nation and Peguis First Nation. She currently lives in the North End of Winnipeg on Treaty One Territory with her husband and three children.

Danielle is a Registered Social Worker and holds a Master of Social Work based in Indigenous Knowledge degree from the University of Manitoba. She has over 15 years of experience working in the social services field and uses experiential therapy methods to provide care. As a therapist, Danielle works from an anti-racist, anti-oppressive, harm reduction, trauma-informed, and person-centered approach to walking with people on their healing journey.

Danielle has engaged in consulting, facilitation, and training work with First Nation communities. Additionally, she is an instructor with Yellowquill University College, and walks with adults and youth who are impacted by mental health, addictions, trauma, and intergenerational trauma. She is dedicated to continuous learning, personal growth, and to sitting with and walking alongside people in ways that are respectful and supportive. As a fourth-generation residential school survivor, Danielle is committed to embracing and practicing her traditional way of life, while also being present for others in a good way.