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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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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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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 demanding but rewarding role.

Starting at $35

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Build resilience. Break the stigma. Support yourself and those you care about. 

In today’s fast-paced, high-pressure work environment, mental wellness is more important than ever—especially in caregiving roles. That’s why the Mental Health Commission of Canada created a specialized version of The Working Mind, tailored specifically for healthcare workers like you. 

Through real-life stories, scenario-based learning, interactive tools, and practical strategies, this course helps you take control of your mental health and contributes to a more supportive, stigma-free workplace. 

Course topics: 

  • Mental health stigma: Explore what mental health really means and learn how stigma affects people’s ability to seek help and thrive. 
  • Mental health continuum tool: Recognize changes in mental health and learn how to start supportive conversations with coworkers or team members. 
  • Stress and resilience: Discover how stress impacts mental health. Build resilience using the Big 4 Coping Strategies—practical, science-based techniques you can use every day. 

Why take the Working Mind for Employees? 

By completing this course, you will: 

  • Increase your awareness of mental health and mental illness 
  • Recognize early signs of declining mental wellness in yourself and others 
  • Reduce stigma and negative attitudes toward mental health challenges 
  • Learn how to talk openly and confidently about mental health 
  • Strengthen your personal resilience and stress management skills 

Help build a workplace where mental health matters. 

Register now for The Working Mind for Employees and gain the tools to care for yourself and support your team.  

This course is for:

Care aides, home and community care workers, support service workers, nurses, managers, or anyone who wants to improve their knowledge of mental health and resilience. 

Length: 5-hour instructor-led 
Cost: Member $35, Associate member $55, Non-member $110 

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$35
Associate member
$55
Non-member
$110
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is this workshop?
This is a 5-hour, instructor-led workshop.
Who should attend this workshop?
This workshop is designed for all employees in non-managerial roles who want to learn about how mental health can impact you in the workplace. It is a safe space to share experiences and coping strategies with other workers.
How do I request a private workshop?
Email training@safecarebc.ca with the following information: 1) the requested workshop, 2) how many potential participants and, 3) three potential workshop dates (ideally 4-6 weeks out from the request date).

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