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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 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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Rethinking specialized OCD treatment at every stage

This presentation is for anyone impacted by OCD, whether you live with it, support someone who does, or work closely with individuals in care settings. Tailored especially for caregivers, health care assistants, and long-term care workers, this session offers real-world insights and the latest research on OCD across the lifespan. Together, we’ll explore how to […]

This presentation is for anyone impacted by OCD, whether you live with it, support someone who does, or work closely with individuals in care settings.

Tailored especially for caregivers, health care assistants, and long-term care workers, this session offers real-world insights and the latest research on OCD across the lifespan. Together, we’ll explore how to recognize early signs, where to find the right support, and what effective care can look like in both personal and professional contexts.

You’ll leave with practical tools to better understand OCD, support others more confidently, and manage its challenges at home and at work.

By the end of the session, participants will be able to:

  • Identify recent advances in specialized treatments for Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD).
  • Discuss practical strategies that can support individuals with lived experience and caregivers before, during, and after OCD treatment.
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Dr Debbie Sookman is an internationally known expert in the assessment and treatment of OCD and related disorders through the lifespan. Dr Sookman serves as the ATF Chair and President of the Canadian Institute for Obsessive Compulsive Disorders. She is an Associate Professor at McGill University, in Montreal, and Director of the Canadian Treatment Center for Obsessive Compulsive Disorders. Dr Sookman is also an experienced clinical supervisor and held the position of Director of Training in the Department of Psychology at MUHC by repeated appointment for a period of 14 years. Her clinical work and research focus on improving rates of recovery in response to specialized treatments. She is a Fellow of the Canadian Association of Cognitive and Behavioural Therapies, Canada, and a Fellow and Certified Trainer/Consultant of the Academy of Cognitive Therapy, USA.

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In this issue of Health and Safety Matters, discover how to create a workplace where people feel safe, supported, and ready to thrive. From hands-on training like Mental Health First Aid Standard, to practical tools, webinars, and even a simple self-care exercise, you’ll find resources to boost both well-being and teamwork.
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Download the slide deck for John-Jose Nunez's presentation: How AI is shaping the future of mental health care
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October 8 @ 12:00pm
This session invites you to reflect on your core values and explore they define a deeper sense of purpose. By aligning with our core values and anchoring to a strong sense of purpose, we become more resilient, motivated, and fulfilled—both personally and professionally.
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September 4 @ 11:00am
In this session, we explore how grief presents itself in care environments and discuss ways to support both yourself and others through the experience.
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