By ellie
This resource is part of Safety Talk: Asking for Help in Arts & Entertainment. Download the Asking for Help quick reference guide as a handy resource or watch the video. Mental health is a spectrum — we all go through ups and downs. The demands of working in arts and entertainment can be intense: full production days, compressed … Continued
By andrewwalsh
Mental health claims continue to rise in the social services sector and are among the highest across public safety and care-related occupations in British Columbia.1 Contributing factors include staff shortages, high service demand, complex client needs, housing insecurity, drug poisoning, the impacts of COVID-19, and more. This trend is concerning since psychological injuries can lead … Continued
By ellie
In the arts and entertainment industries, resilience isn’t just an individual skill, it’s a by-product of and foundation for psychologically safe sets, venues, and sites. When crews feel supported, respected, and equipped to manage the pace and pressure of production settings, they’re better able to work safely while maintaining creativity and community. Today’s environments can … Continued
By ellie
Picture a moment when someone on your crew really understood your point of view, not just your words, but the stress, worry or frustration underneath them. That kind of connection is at the heart of emotional intelligence (EQ). It shapes how we communicate on set, backstage, and on site. Our ability to use emotional intelligence … Continued
By andrewwalsh
The arts and entertainment industry can present unique challenges for psychological health and safety. This interactive workshop explores WorkSafeBC’s Psychological Health & Safety Framework through an arts and entertainment lens, providing practical, zero-budget tools that supervisors can implement immediately on set, in production offices, during rehearsals, or at festival grounds. Join psychological health and safety … Continued
By ellie
In the world of arts and entertainment, collaboration is essential to keep the show going. Every type of production relies on mutual respect and clear communication to keep the workflow safe, supportive and creative. High-stakes environments such as a midday move on a film set, a technical rehearsal or long shoot days can come with … Continued
By andrewwalsh
Helping conversations can be a powerful turning point, yet they can also feel drained when the balance between supporting others and protecting your own energy isn’t clear. This engaging one-hour webinar introduces motivational interviewing (MI), a collaborative communication style that inspires clients to explore change while allowing you to set healthy boundaries and sustain your … Continued
By andrewwalsh
Resources In tourism and hospitality, great service starts with employees who feel psychologically safe and supported. This webinar shows how investing in Psychological Health and Safety (PH&S) reduces turnover, lowers sick days, and strengthens guest satisfaction. Drawing on real examples from BC’s hospitality sector, explore the measurable benefits of making employee well-being a business priority, … Continued
By ellie
Written by Beata Chami. Watch the companion Recorded Webinar: Elevating Communication in BC’s Arts & Entertainment Industry. Film sets, theatres, production studios, live music venues and festival grounds. These are all environments where crews move quickly, collaborate intensely, and carry the emotional weight of deadlines, expectations, and performance pressure. In workplaces like these, the ability … Continued
By ellie
This resource is part of Safety Talk: Coping with Change in Arts & Entertainment. Download the Supporting Your Team Through Change quick reference guide as a handy resource or watch the video. As leaders in arts and entertainment, effectively managing change directly impacts both team well-being and creative success. It also creates a psychologically safe environment for your workers. Change … Continued
