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.
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.
An online, self-paced course empowering healthcare professionals, caregivers, and families with accessible and practical, person-centred dementia education. Anytime. Anywhere.
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 […]
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).
Communication, conflict resolution, Leadership, Mental Health
Using the Thomas-Kilmann Conflict Mode Instrument (TKI), the session introduces five conflict styles and offers real-world tools to navigate tension with clarity, confidence, and care.
Boundaries, Communication, Leadership, Mental Health
Leadership is not just what you say, it's how you show up. Nonverbal signals are already speaking for you before any policy is shared or a meeting begins. A calm presence in a crisis, steady...
Your daily actions, not just words, profoundly shape your organization's safety culture and the psychological safety of your teams. This journey towards fostering a truly safe environment for caregivers, residents, and clients is a continuous...
As a partner and advocate for safer workplaces, I believe addressing the workplace violence crisis demands a shift in perspective—and a shared commitment to take action together.
This webinar will help participants understand why speaking up can be difficult and offer practical strategies for articulating needs and values in a productive way.
Bias, Equity and diversity and inclusion (EDI), Growth and development, Leadership, Mental Health, Motivational Interviewing
Ava Turner's story didn't begin with a title–it started with a purpose. Growing up in a household celebrating her Black identity and Jamaican heritage, Ava learned early that taking pride in who you are will...
A blog post from SafeCare BC CEO Saleema Dhalla The foundation of healthcare is compassion, yet within many organizations, workplace incivility is an underrecognized threat that impacts staff well-being, team collaboration, and, ultimately, resident outcomes....
Using the Thomas-Kilmann Conflict Mode Instrument (TKI), the session introduces five conflict styles and offers real-world tools to navigate tension with clarity, confidence, and care.
Leadership is not just what you say, it's how you show up. Nonverbal signals are already speaking for you before any policy is shared or a meeting begins. A calm presence in a crisis, steady eye contact in a tough conversation, or the simple act of being fully present without distractions can carry more weight […]
This webinar will help participants understand why speaking up can be difficult and offer practical strategies for articulating needs and values in a productive way.
Good communication is critical for any relationship. It’s especially important in the workplace. We had a chance to talk with Shannon about the importance of good communication.
We strive to empower those working in the continuing care sector to create safer, healthier workplaces by fostering a culture of safety through evidence-based education, leadership, and collaboration.
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