Nahuen Consultation

06/16/2026

A few weeks ago, we shared about the release of More Than You Give — a collection created by Carina Blumgrund that brings together reflections on service, community, and the many ways people show up for one another.

We’re grateful that our co-founder, Victor Mondaca, was invited to contribute a deeply personal piece titled Walking the Path.

In his writing, Victor reflects on his own journey navigating trauma, homelessness, substance use, recovery, and ultimately finding purpose through community work. What makes this reflection so powerful is the reminder that healing is not simply about surviving hardship or reaching stability — it is also about what we choose to do with what we have learned, and how we carry those lessons forward in service of others.

At the heart of Victor’s piece is a truth that has shaped the way we approach this work every day: people are not defined by the hardest chapters of their lives. With compassion, belonging, opportunity, and community, transformation becomes possible.

One passage from his contribution captures this beautifully:

“Healing is not finished when we find stability; it is fulfilled when our experiences, insights, and heart work serve others.”

We believe deeply in creating spaces where dignity is protected, where people are supported without judgment, and where lived experience is recognized as knowledge.

This piece is a reflection of that belief — and a reminder of what becomes possible when people are given the opportunity not only to heal, but to walk in purpose and help strengthen the circle for others.

Because sometimes the greatest impact we can have comes not from what we achieve for ourselves, but from what we choose to give back.

To purchase a copy of More Than You Give, reach out to Carina Blumgrund.

05/29/2026

Public overdose response kits are showing up in some public spaces...but not yet in Winnipeg as far as I know.

This is what community care can look like when it’s made accessible in emergencies. Naloxone can temporarily reverse an opioid overdose, and some sites also include drug-checking test strips.

Has anyone seen anything like this in Canada?

05/21/2026

We are developing Ready to Respond Youth, a youth-focused opioid poisoning awareness and response education program.

This initiative is designed to build awareness, confidence, and practical understanding of how to respond in real-life emergency situations involving suspected opioid poisoning.

We are introducing a dedicated page for this program to share updates and information as it develops.

Follow .youth on Instagram for updates and upcoming program information.

For inquiries or more information, please feel free to contact us.

05/21/2026

Last week, I had the honour of speaking at the gathering here in Winnipeg — a space centered on ending violence against women and children, accountability, and the responsibility we all carry in how we show up for our communities.

In my remarks, I spoke about the difference between what we say we believe and what we are actually willing to interrupt in real time.

Most harm does not begin in extreme moments. It begins in smaller moments that get ignored, laughed off, minimized, or left unchallenged. A comment in conversation. A joke that does not sit right. A moment where silence feels easier than speaking up.

But silence is not neutral. Over time, it shapes what becomes acceptable.

One of the things I continue to reflect on is this: protection is not something you claim. It is something people experience.

Safety is built in everyday interactions — in how people are spoken to, respected, believed, and supported. And responsibility is not only about intention. It is about action. About being willing to interrupt harm, even when it creates discomfort.

This work remains deeply personal to me, both through lived experience and through the work I do in community. I continue to see the impacts of trauma, violence, abandonment, and disconnection — but also the possibility of healing, accountability, and change.

The Moose Hide Campaign continues to be an important reminder that real change does not happen through words alone. It happens through consistent action, reflection, and responsibility.

Healed men don’t just heal. Responsible men change what is allowed.

05/16/2026

If you’re interested in drug poisoning (overdose) response training for yourself or your small team at a very low cost, this one’s for you! 💜

We wanted to share how this session came together — we’re always open to working with teams and community groups who are interested in bringing this training into their space.

Urban Wagons, a local grassroots volunteer outreach group in Winnipeg providing food, clothing, and community support, reached out to arrange overdose response training for their volunteer team in response to the current realities of the toxic drug supply and increasing overdoses in our city.

We’ve partnered with them to deliver a Ready to Respond session for their volunteers, and to support broader access, the remaining spots have been opened up as a public session at a very low cost of $10 per ticket.

This training goes beyond basic naloxone administration and focuses on real-world recognition and response — including identifying signs of opioid poisoning, what to do in the moment, and how to respond safely in urgent situations.

Link to register: https://www.zeffy.com/en-CA/ticketing/ready-to-respond-2hr-course?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAZnRzaAR1qIpleHRuA2FlbQExAHNydGMGYXBwX2lkDzEyNDAyNDU3NDI4NzQxNAABp-a8ACYDxGwdBHLbZcBGPPdQ7JNvPozYjp0ZmlXM0Mm4hGGHAlyPyl9ISfqW_aem_aoAOQIogfdyV4_a0w4PDEg

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Urban Wagons x Nahuen Consultation .consultation are proud to present our upcoming READY TO RESPOND: Overdose Response Training 💙💗

Join us July 14th from 6–8 PM at the Transcona Public Library (1 Transcona Boulevard) for an evening focused on practical skills, community safety, and learning how to respond confidently in critical moments.

This session is designed for community members, volunteers, outreach workers, friends, neighbours — anyone who wants to be better prepared to help save a life.

Spaces are filling quickly and support tickets are available!

Together, we’re ready to respond. 💜

05/14/2026

For the third year in a row, Victor had the honour of speaking at the in Winnipeg. This work is deeply personal to him, and it directly connects to the heart of our community safety work — creating environments where safety is felt, not just promised.

Today, he spoke about responsibility, silence, and what real accountability looks like.

“Protection is not something you claim. It is something people experience.”

“Silence is not neutral. It becomes permission.”

“Healed men don’t just heal. Responsible men change what is allowed.”

Community safety starts in everyday moments — in what we interrupt, what we normalize, and what we refuse to stay silent about.

Proud to continue showing up.

05/14/2026

If you’ve never seen what’s inside a naloxone kit, you’re not alone.

Today we’re walking through the nasal spray version — what’s included and why it was designed for community response. It’s simple, non-injectable, and built to be used in high-stress emergencies while waiting for emergency services.

The more familiar people are with naloxone kits, the less intimidating they become. Recognition builds confidence. Confidence reduces hesitation. Preparedness saves lives.

Follow along — we’ll be sharing the other kit types in the coming days.

Take a photo or short video of your naloxone kit and share it using . Every post helps normalize preparedness, reduce stigma, and show that community safety matters.

05/13/2026

Naloxone is available in two main forms: nasal spray and injectable kits.

Injectable naloxone is given intramuscularly and may come as ampoules or pre-filled (pre-loaded) syringes. Nasal spray is administered into the nostril.

Both are effective in responding to a suspected opioid poisoning. The type available may vary depending on where or how you access a kit.

The most important thing is having naloxone available and being ready to respond in an emergency.

Take a photo or short video of your naloxone kit and share it using . Every post helps normalize preparedness, reduce stigma, and show that community safety matters.