Welcome to Ambivalence.ca

What is This Course?

Ambivalence.ca is a free, self-paced online course designed to equip you with practical skills in brief Motivational Interviewing (MI). Tailored for those on the front lines of homelessness and addiction support—outreach workers, peers, volunteers, shelter staff, and harm reduction teams—this course teaches you how to turn everyday brief contacts (30 seconds to 5 minutes) into powerful opportunities for change.

Right now, thousands of daily interactions across Canada (supply handoffs, check-ins, street encounters) remain transactional, missing the chance to bridge people from pre-contemplation or deep ambivalence toward readiness for detox, treatment, or recovery. Backed by evidence showing 10-30% boosts in treatment engagement, this course provides the tools to close that gap ethically and safely.

Course Structure: 9 Sequential Modules

• Module 1: The Urgent Gap – Why These Contacts Matter & What We're Losing Every Day
• Module 2: Safety & Ethics First – Protect Yourself and Others
• Module 3: Ambivalence, Stages of Change & Real-World Influences
• Module 4: MI Spirit, Harm Reduction & Your Empowered Role
• Module 5: Ultra-Brief Openers & OARS – Starting Strong in Seconds
• Module 6: Evoking Change Talk – Spot It, Nurture It
• Module 7: Real-World Scenarios – Turning Touches into Momentum
• Module 8: Sequencing, Next Steps, Referrals & Closing the Loop
• Module 9: Sustaining Impact – Self-Care, Systemic Reflection & Your Action Plan

Each module includes in-depth content, real-world vignettes, interactive reflections, tools, and a 10-question exam (80% pass required to unlock the next). Complete all 9 to earn your certificate of completion.

Why Take This Course? Enhance your impact, reduce suffering, save lives, and cut system costs—all in the fleeting moments you already have. Based on verified 2025 data from sources like AMO, CIHI, and CCSA. No prior experience needed; mobile-friendly for on-the-go learning.

Get started by signing up or logging in below. Questions? Contact Ben at support@ambivalence.ca.