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SUMMARY:Speech and Hearing Month
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_single_image image=”55761″ img_size=”medium” css=””][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_column_text] \nMay is Speech & Hearing Month in Canada!\nMay is Speech & Hearing month – a national opportunity to celebrate communication health and highlight the vital role of speech-language pathologists\, audiologists\, and communication health assistants. Their knowledge and experience supports Canadians of all ages in speaking\, hearing\, swallowing\, understanding\, and connecting with the world around them. \n2026 Theme: Access Changes Everything\nAccess to speech-language pathology and audiology services can profoundly shape a person’s life. This year’s theme – Access Changes Everything – highlights how essential communication health services are across the lifespan. When individuals have timely access to these services\, they experience stronger health outcomes\, deeper social connection\, and greater opportunities to participate fully in school\, work\, and community life.[/vc_column_text]See Website[/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.ohcow.on.ca/event/speech-and-hearing-month-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260501T080000
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SUMMARY:Bladder Cancer Awareness Month
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row bg_color=”#7B7A78″][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_custom_heading text=”Work Relatedness of Bladder Cancer” font_container=”tag:h2|text_align:left|color:%23FFFFFF” google_fonts=”font_family:Signika%3A300%2Cregular%2C600%2C700|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal” css=”.vc_custom_1776959571040{margin-top: 10% !important;margin-left: 20px !important;}”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_single_image image=”55802″ img_size=”medium” alignment=”right”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_column_text] \nFrom Bladder Cancer Canada: Every May\, Bladder Cancer Awareness Month is recognized around the world. This month is an opportunity to shine a light on this often underrepresented form of cancer\, and the many ways it touches the lives of Canadians…it is the 5th Most Common Cancer – more than 80\,000 Canadians are living with Bladder Cancer   Read More[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_column_text] \nResearch\nOccupational exposure to chemical and petrochemical industries and bladder cancer risk in four western Canadian provinces\nIn 2004 the Public Health Agency of Canada published a paper that concluded environmental exposure to certain chemicals has been linked to increased risk of bladder cancer\, second only to smoking in terms of risk factor.[/vc_column_text]Read Paper[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row top_padding=”10″][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_column_text] \nOccupational workplace dangers of bladder cancer continue to swell despite improvements in risk knowledge and materials\nIn 2015 the Canadian HRReporter cited research from the Occupational Cancer Research Centre with Cancer Care Ontario and other sources that concluded “Occupational exposure to carcinogens is to blame for the rising rates of bladder cancer in workers.” It notes certain exposures are known to increase risks of bladder and other cancers.[/vc_column_text]Read Article[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row top_padding=”10″][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text] \nVideo\nOn Canadian Cancer Day\, February 4\, OHCOW teamed up with theOccupational Cancer Research Centre (OCRC) for a video on occupational co-exposures of cancer and clinical case studies. \nThis World Cancer Day video explores occupational co-exposures and cancer risk through both research and clinical perspectives. OCRC presented findings from their co-exposures project on lung and bladder cancer\, while OHCOW will follow with clinical work and case studies that illustrate the real-world impacts of multiple workplace exposures\, linking research findings to practice. \nThe Changing Landscape of Exposure and Cancer\nDr. Jeavana Sritharan – OCRC Scientist\, Surveillance\, Dr. Tracy Kirkham – OCRC Associate Director & Scientist\, Shannon Halls – OCRC Research Associate\, Fatima Ali – OCRC Research Associate \nA Clinical Perspective: Case Studies with Multiple Exposures\nLawrence Kurtz – OHCOW Occupational Hygienist[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”5/6″][vc_video link=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZJu2vsjhhb0″ css=””][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/6″][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.ohcow.on.ca/event/bladder-cancer-awareness-month/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260504T080000
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SUMMARY:Construction Safety Week
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row bg_color=”#D7DADE”][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_custom_heading text=”Preventing Illness and Injury in the Construction Sector” font_container=”tag:h1|text_align:left|color:%23636567″ google_fonts=”font_family:Signika%3A300%2Cregular%2C600%2C700|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal” css=”.vc_custom_1777992035531{margin-top: 10% !important;margin-left: 20px !important;}”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_single_image image=”55823″ img_size=”medium” alignment=”right” css=””][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text] \n\nRECOGNIZE • RESPOND • RESPECT\nConstruction Safety Week has long been a powerful show of force\, a catalyst for bringing the industry together and putting a spotlight on the critical importance of health and safety. The construction industry represents one of the largest employment sectors in the world—and with that scale comes immense responsibility\, and opportunity.\nOver the last decade\, we’ve made meaningful strides: advancing best practices\, transitioning from hard hats to helmets\, shedding light on vital issues that affect health and safety\, like mental health\, fostering a culture of care and accountability\, and creating partnerships and initiatives for improving jobsite safety.[/vc_column_text]See Website[/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row top_padding=”10″][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_column_text] \n\nFROM OHCOW\nThe Silica Control Tool\nSave Lives and Preserve the Health of Workers\nConstruction Workers are at high risk of illness as well as injury. Research has proven the harmful and sometimes fatal effects of crystalline silica\, a very fine dust that can cause respiratory illness and cancer when inhaled. This dust is present when construction materials such as glass\, concrete\, asphalt\, and other substances are grinded\, sawed or crushed. \nIf there is even a chance that workers are being exposed to silica dust the FREE Silica Control Tool should be in use. For more information on who is at risk\, and links to free registration for the Tool\, check out our web page. The tool is available in French and there is a version created especially for surface mining.[/vc_column_text]Go to SCT Page[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row top_padding=”15″][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_column_text] \nHand Arm Vibration (HAVS)\nHand-arm vibration is the transfer of vibration from a tool or workplace to a worker’s hands or arms. It is common for construction workers who handle drills and other heavy hand-held equipment.\nThe level of hand-arm vibration is determined by measuring the acceleration of the tool or object grasped by the worker. It effects the the circulatory\, nervous and musculoskeletal systems of the worker and can lead to serious injury. \nOHCOW resources included a web page with links to video resources\, an info sheet with access to a pdf download to print out or send\, and a new three-part informative video. See Links below.[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″]HAVS Web Page[/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″]HAVS Ergo Info Page[/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″]HAVS Video Playlist[/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.ohcow.on.ca/event/construction-safety-week-2/
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SUMMARY:Safety and Health Week 2026
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column width=”5/6″][vc_single_image image=”55880″ img_size=”full” css=””][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/6″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_column_text] \n\nSafety and Health Week is an annual opportunity to focus employers\, workers\, partners and the public on the importance of preventing injury and illness in the workplace\, at home\, and in the community. \nThis national event recognizes that the prevention of injuries and illnesses is essential to our physical safety\, mental health\, and overall well-being. \n\n[/vc_column_text]See the Website[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row top_padding=”10″][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_column_text] \n\nJoin the Virtual Launch on May 4\nMonday\, May 4\, 2026 | 11 am EDT \nJoin CCOHS and the national partners\, Health and Safety Professionals Canada (HSPC) and Threads of Life\, as we virtually kick off Safety and Health Week 2026. We will hear from a Threads of Life family speaker\, who will share their deeply personal experience and how they are impacted by the loss of a family member due to a workplace-related tragedy. Finally\, we will showcase the top videos from the Focus on Safety National Youth Video Contest and announce the winner live. This exciting start to Safety and Health Week 2026 serves as a powerful reminder to renew our commitment to safety and well-being in workplaces\, homes\, and communities. Live French audio interpretation available. Space is limited. \n\n[/vc_column_text]Register for Launch[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row top_padding=”10″][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_column_text] \n\nSafety and Health Week Events\nEvents are happening across Ontario! \nSteps for Life in Toronto\, Kingston\, Sarnia and more…. Participate in this 5-km family walk that aims to educate the community. It highlights the ripple effects of workplace tragedies. \n\n[/vc_column_text]See Safety and Health Events[/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.ohcow.on.ca/event/safefty-and-health-week-2026/
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SUMMARY:Mental Health Week 2026
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text] \nCMHA Mental Health Week Website\nThis Mental Health Week\, the CMHA is encouraging people across Canada to look beyond the surface and see the whole person. By embracing honesty and vulnerability\, we open the door to deeper connections and the mental health benefits that come with it. In doing so\, we can create a ripple effect of courage and understanding across the country. \nImportance of Connection\nCome Together\, Canada: Stronger Connections. Better mental health \nSocial connection is essential to overall health and well-being. But too many people are feeling alone. In Canada\, millions of people say they feel lonely often or always. This May 4-10\, CMHA is inviting people across Canada to Come Together. It’s a call to spark small\, everyday actions of connection\, and to recognize the role we all play in supporting mental health through connection.\nTogether\, we can strengthen mental health\, build healthier communities\, and help more people feel connected.[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”2/3″]CMHA Web Page[/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_column_text] \nOHCOW’s Workplace Mental Health Webinar Series\nMayday! Mayday! Webinar series will be starting on Friday May 1\, and continuing for the next 4 consecutive Fridays in May. For more info see the web page.[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”55635″ img_size=”large” onclick=”custom_link” css=”” link=”https://www.ohcow.on.ca/series/mayday-mayday-2026/”][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”2/3″]OHCOW Mayday Mayday Web Series[/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”55771″ img_size=”medium” onclick=”custom_link” img_link_target=”_blank” css=”” link=”https://cmha.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/CMHA-MHW-Workplace-poster-v2-ENG_FINAL.pdf?gclid=Cj0KCQjwkMjOBhC5ARIsADIdb3euh2Tx-UwxpiU4UQF-3TJN0n9WJg2_qdtk4vtTiEN0x3yCP7CcwLYaAtn_EALw_wcB”][vc_column_text]Download the CMHA poster\, part of their Mental Health Toolkit for the workplace.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.ohcow.on.ca/event/mental-health-week-2026/
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