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CMHA BC Understanding Addiction Course

By jenniferquan

Do you volunteer or work with people living with substance use or addiction? Learn essential skills to support yourself and others through the Canadian Mental Health Association, BC Division’s (CMHA BC) Understanding Addiction course. Understanding Addiction is a unique online training program for those who work directly or indirectly with people living with substance use … Continued

CMHA BC Psychological Health and Safety Training

By jenniferquan

Healthy workplaces do more than foster individual resilience – they ensure systems and policies promote healthy work relationships and environments. Psychological health and safety is about building workplaces that protect and support mental health for all, and everyone has a role to play. Canadian Mental Health Association, BC Division (CMHA BC) offers a suite of … Continued

CMHA BC Workplace Mental Health Workshops

By jenniferquan

The Canadian Mental Health Association, BC Division (CMHA BC) recognizes that every workplace is unique. We are dedicated to collaborating with employers and organizations to develop and deliver strategies, resources, and training that support and promote mental health for all. We are proud leaders in promoting psychological health and safety in BC. We offer customised … Continued

Supporting an Employee Post-Injury

By jenniferquan

Regardless of the severity, any workplace injury can impact an employee’s mental health. These impacts can show up in different ways, which is why knowing what to expect and how to support your employee after a workplace injury is crucial to their recovery.    Depending on the kind of injury, or where they are on the … Continued

Supporting Employee Mental Health Post-Injury: What to Know

By jenniferquan

What to Know Research shows roughly half of workers who experience a time loss injury will experience symptoms of depression.1 The chance of returning to work greatly reduces when a worker is off longer than 2 to 3 weeks. Workers may experience stress, anxiety, or depression after an injury due to: What This Means for … Continued

Supporting Employee Mental Health Post-Injury: Time Off

By jenniferquan

What employers can do to support workers during time off Injury Example: A worker was walking through the hall when they slipped on the wet floor and fell onto their back and tailbone. The worker attended the hospital for assessment and it was determined the worker was disabled from all work for three weeks. Together, … Continued

Supporting Employee Mental Health Post-Injury: Modified Duties

By jenniferquan

What employers can do to support workers during modified duties. Injury Example: A janitor cut their finger when unpacking cleaning supplies. The worker was assessed by the on-site first aid attendant. It was determined that they needed stitches at the hospital. The physician noted for the worker to not work with chemicals and keep their … Continued

Supporting Employee Mental Health Post-Injury: Minor Injuries

By jenniferquan

What employers can do to support workers with minor injuries. Injury Example: A cook cuts their finger, a cashier sprains their ankle, a room attendant with a sore wrist, a grounds keeper scrapes their knee, a ski instructor has a sore shoulder Potential Impacts How to Support • Reduced confidence in performing job tasks that … Continued

Substance Use in the Workplace

By jenniferquan

How Tourism and Hospitality Can Support a Healthy Workforce Substance use in the workplace is a reality many industries face, and the tourism and hospitality sector, with its fast pace and high demands, is no exception. For many, the long hours, unpredictable shifts, and high-stress environments in the tourism & hospitality industry can make substance … Continued

Setting Clear Expectations

By jenniferquan

The Secret to Confident Teams and Thriving Workplaces In hospitality and tourism, teamwork isn’t just important—it’s everything. Whether it’s ensuring a guest’s stay is seamless or juggling peak-season rushes, clear communication and expectations are the glue that holds it all together. But there’s another bonus: they create psychologically safe workplaces where people feel comfortable, valued, … Continued