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Motor vehicle incidents are among the leading causes of traumatic workplace injuries and fatalities in BC. The Safe Driving for Work Checklist has been developed to help employers and their workers take proactive steps to manage driving-related risks. This checklist serves as a practical guide to reinforce safe driving practices and is designed to be used before, during, and after each trip.
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In long-term care it is increasingly apparent that who is on shift is just as important as how many staff are on shift. Quality care is difficult to achieve when we do not routinely engage with one another in a positive, or civil, manner.
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Leading from the Inside Out
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Leading from the Inside Out provides a safe space for leaders in continuing care to share their challenges and learn self-care practices.
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The Provincial Violence Prevention Curriculum is recognized as best-practice in violence prevention training for health care workers.
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Amendments to the Occupational Health and Safety Regulation (OHSR), Part 5: Chemical Agents and Biological Agents – Emergency Planning came into effect on February 3, 2025. Changes include additional requirements to minimize the risk, likelihood, and harm caused by an emergency involving hazardous substances.   Hazardous substances include biological, chemical or physical hazards that may reasonably […]
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WorkSafeBC has acknowledged an error in calculating the 2025 insurance premiums that are paid by our two member employer groups–those providing community health support services (classification unit 766006) and those in long-term care (classification unit 766011).
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Wellness and support guide

Resources and services to support your well-being and resiliency.
At SafeCare BC, we see you. We understand that the demands of working in healthcare can take a toll, and your mental well-being is every bit as crucial as your physical safety. It's okay not to be okay, and it's strong to ask for support. Whether you're feeling resilient or running on empty, you deserve resources and understanding tailored to your journey.

Your well-being matters.

Welcome to our wellness and resiliency hub – your dedicated space for trusted resources, practical tools, and support designed to help you navigate the pressures of your vital work and prioritize your mental health.

Why mental health matters

  • Mental health affects every part of our lives — how we think, feel, connect with others, and handle stress.
  • Taking care of your mental health can improve your relationships, increase your sense of purpose, and help you enjoy life more fully.
  • Everyone has mental health — just like we all have physical health — and it deserves just as much attention and care.

Myth: Mental health issues are rare.

Truth: Millions of people experience mental health challenges — it's common, and you're not alone. According to the 2022 Mental Health and Access to Care Survey by Statistics Canada, approximately 18.3% of Canadians aged 15 and older—over 5 million individuals—met the diagnostic criteria for a mood, anxiety, or substance use disorder within the previous 12 months. This means that roughly 1 in 5 Canadians experience a mental health issue each year.

Myth: Asking for help is a sign of weakness.

Truth: Reaching out takes courage and shows strength — it’s one of the healthiest things you can do.

Myth: You have to be in crisis to talk to someone.

Truth: Support is for everyone. You don’t have to be in crisis to benefit from talking, listening, or learning.

Myth: Mental health struggles look the same for everyone.

Truth: Mental health is personal — what’s overwhelming for one person may feel different to another, and that’s okay.

Mental health and counselling services

Webinars

SafeCare BC offers you an extensive library of free live and on-demand webinars on a variety of topics related to mental health and well-being

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  • Stress (6)
  • Burnout (5)
  • Trauma (5)
  • Equity and diversity and inclusion (EDI) (4)
  • Neurodiversity (4)
  • Resilience (4)
  • Stigma (4)
  • conflict resolution (3)
  • Emotional Intelligence (3)
  • Self-care (3)
  • Bullying (2)
  • Crisis (2)
  • Finances and Money (2)
  • Parenting (2)
  • Accessibility (1)
  • Bias (1)
  • Boundaries (1)
  • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) (1)
  • Collective Care (1)
  • De-escalation (1)
  • Grief (1)
  • Suicide (1)

Self-care practices

Self-care is an attainable way, over which we have full control, to single-handedly better our own self and the experiences we have with the world around us.

  • Self-care is about attending to your own wellbeing by supporting your own physical and emotional needs
  • It is about healthy action (self-care practices), as well as an attitude of self-compassion.
  • To practice self-care, is to take deliberate or intentional actions to develop, protect, maintain, or improve our wellbeing

Self-talk

Self-talk is the inner dialogue that shapes how we see ourselves, especially in moments of stress or challenge.

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Breathing

Breathing is something we all do, all day, every day—and that’s what makes it such a powerful self-care tool.

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Me Time 

What is me time? It’s the time we take for ourselves, by ourselves. It allows us to focus on our own needs without the demands or distractions of others.  

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Self-esteem

In today's fast-paced and demanding world, it's easy to overlook the importance of self-esteem, both for individuals and within the workplace. Self-esteem, essentially how we value and perceive ourselves, plays a crucial role in our...

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Gratitude

What are you grateful for? It doesn’t have to be anything big—it can be as simple as a good cup of coffee in the morning. Taking time to appreciate what you see as positive or...

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Self-Care 

Self-care is an attainable way, over which we have full control, to single-handedly better our own self and the experiences we have with the world around us.

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Education and resources

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Safety Huddle

Psychological Health and Safety in My Workplace

Psychologically healthy and safe workplaces promote workers’ psychological well-being and actively work to prevent harm to workers’ psychological health. In a psychologically healthy and safe workplace, everyone feels supported, respected, and valued. 

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Workshop Topic

The Working Mind for Employees

Caring for others starts with caring for yourself. Learn to manage stress, build resilience, and recognize mental health changes in yourself and your team. This course provides practical tools to help you thrive in your...

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Civility Matters Toolkit

In long-term care it is increasingly apparent that who is on shift is just as important as how many staff are on shift. Quality care is difficult to achieve when we do not routinely engage...

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Video

Impact of Workplace Injury

Continuing care workers have some of the highest rates of workplace injury compared with all other occupations in BC. Caregivers talk about the impact of injury.

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Impact of Workplace Violence

Continuing care workers experience violence frequently in the course of their work. Hear about the impact of workplace violence, and the need for caregivers to take care of themselves mentally, so they can take care...

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