Skip to content

If you are in need of immediate assistance please dial 9-1-1 or 9-8-8. You’re not alone in this journey. Find more trusted local resources.

Topic: Healthy Workplace Cultures

Webinar Recording: Implementing Psychological Health & Safety in the Workplace

By andrewwalsh

This recorded webinar explores how to integrate Psychological Health & Safety (PH&S) practices into tourism and hospitality workplaces — identifying psychosocial hazards, supporting employee well-being, and fostering safe, respectful workplace cultures. Led by Beata Chami, Psychological Health & Safety Consultant, the session provides practical tools and resources to help organizations start building psychologically safe workplaces. … Continued

What Psychological Hazards Can Sound Like at Work

By ellie

“I am burnt out” is likely a statement you’ve heard from someone at work or maybe you have experienced burn out yourself at some point. Workers may express themselves in different ways, so it is essential to spot when certain psychological hazards may be presenting themselves. Psychological Hazards Psychological hazards are conditions or factors that … Continued

Addressing Psychologically Unsafe Situations

By ellie

In the arts and entertainment sector, fast-paced, quick-changing and high-pressure environments such as live performance deadlines, festival turnarounds and tight shooting schedules can sometimes lead to challenges that impact safety. It is not always easy to speak up, especially when you are not sure how to identify the hazards at play or stresses become normalized … Continued

From Service to Safety: Addressing Psychosocial Hazards in the Workplace

By ellie

Delivering exceptional guest experiences depends on the well-being of the people who make them happen. Yet behind the scenes, employees often face unique stressors and psychological risks that can affect their health, performance, and the quality of service. Building a truly safe and supportive workplace means going beyond physical safety to proactively address mental and … Continued

Strength-Based Supervision: Empowering Staff Growth

By andrewwalsh

For Community Social Services Supervising employees who provide direct support services to their communities is a challenging role. ‘Front line’ service personnel are expected to meet administrative, legislative, practice, and ethical standards while also accommodating the unique needs of their clients. Effective supervision attends to the dual role of ensuring that the community and its … Continued

Managing Hazards Related to High and Low Job Demands

By ellie

The tourism and hospitality industry is known for its dynamic nature, with business volumes rising and falling in response to seasonal trends. These fluctuations, whether periods of intense activity or slower business, can pose psychosocial hazards that affect employee well-being. Understanding and managing these hazards is essential for fostering a resilient, motivated workforce. Understanding the … Continued

Fostering a Psychologically Safe Culture To Prevent Workplace Bullying

By andrewwalsh

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

Bridging Cultural Divides

By ellie

This article explores how cultural backgrounds influence staff understanding and responses to trauma-informed and harm reduction practices within community social service teams. Aimed at leaders, it highlights the importance and benefits of taking a culturally sensitive approach to support team learning, build trust, and strengthen the implementation of these practices. Fostering Inclusive Practices in a … Continued

Webinar Recording: Implementing a People-Centred Approach to Crisis Preparedness & Response

By andrewwalsh

Companion resources: How can you foster a psychologically healthy and safe workplace in times of crisis? With temperatures heating up and the risk of wild fires impacting communities across the province, it’s important that tourism and hospitality employers know how to plan for and manage the human side of an emergency. This webinar is designed for … Continued