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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260615T080000
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SUMMARY:International Men's Health Week
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text]Men’s Health Week is celebrated around the world every year in June.
It is an opportunity to shine a spotlight on men’s health and to talk about how they can live happier\, healthier lives. \nIt is a special week where men and boys are encouraged to prioritise their health and wellbeing. For the rest of their lives. See the International Sites.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″]Global Action on Men’s Health[/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″]Men’s Health Network[/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_separator color=”orange” border_width=”2″ css=”.vc_custom_1779813019060{border-color: #DD9933 !important;}”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text] \nSupport for Canadian Men\nEach year\, the week leading up to and including Father’s Day is Men’s Health Week — an excellent opportunity to reflect on and raise awareness about the importance of the health and well-being of Canadian men. Some organizations such as The Canadian Men’s Health Foundation designates the entire month of June as Men’s Health Month. In 2017\, The provincial government started a partnership with the Canadian Men’s Health Foundation to promote healthier lifestyles for men. In 2021\, the Canadian Institutes of Health Research published information about the health of boys and men in Canada\, looking at mental health and wellness\, violence\, disease\, accident rate\, and physical activity. \nAccording to Public Health Canada\, many Canadian men are not achieving their optimal health. In fact\, on average\, they live four fewer years than Canadian women\, for a number of occupational and non-occupational reasons. \nIn the workplace\, it is known that men are less likely to seek support for mental health\, depression and emotional distress. In 2023\, research was done specifically on the mental health of workers in the skilled trades\, and found a connection between physical safety on the job and mental health. \nThe website Mentell Health is a resource for men to connect\, learn and discuss issues around mental health and emotional well being. They also have a page dedicated to Men’s Health Month. \nOHCOW’s Mayday\, Mayday Webinar series has featured sessions on mental health in male-dominated trades\, such as the 2023 webinar\, Crisis Planning for Worker & Responder Mental Health. \nAdditional resources:\nGovernment of Canada \nCanadian Mental Health Association[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.ohcow.on.ca/event/international-mens-health-week/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260620
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UID:10000445-1781913600-1781999999@www.ohcow.on.ca
SUMMARY:Worker's Memorial Day
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text] \nMINERS MEMORIAL\nAn accident occurred on June 20\, 1984\, in Sudbury\, Ontario’s Falconbridge nickel mine. Rocks fell\, killing three workers immediately\, while one died an estimated fifteen minutes before rescuers reached him after twenty-seven hours of digging. The 3.5-magnitude earthquake and the resulting deaths sparked off Sudbury’s first miners’ memorial event the following year\, an event we still commemorate. \nCheck back later for more information about events happening in Sudbury on this day.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.ohcow.on.ca/event/workers-memorial-day/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260621T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260621T170000
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UID:10000439-1782028800-1782061200@www.ohcow.on.ca
SUMMARY:National Indigenous People's Day
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″]National Indigenous Peoples Day[/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″]events in Toronto[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row top_padding=”15″][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_custom_heading text=”OHCOW Acknowledges National Indigenous People’s Day” font_container=”tag:h1|text_align:left|color:%23E7841F” google_fonts=”font_family:Signika%3A300%2Cregular%2C600%2C700|font_style:600%20bold%20regular%3A600%3Anormal” css=”.vc_custom_1781790405605{margin-bottom: 15px !important;}”][vc_column_text]The following pdf details the information shared in an OHCOW all staff meeting regarding the significance\, history and meaning of June 21. \nThe Summer Solstice is a significant marker in many cultures. Being the longest day of the year\, it is a “threshold” day holding deep spiritual and cultural significance for many Indigenous peoples. \nAs mentioned in the document\, there is an art exhibition in Windsor entitled Water Protectors Exhibit for National Indigenous Peoples Day featuring work by Indigenous artists. \nThe document also includes notes about the history of the commemorative day and a link to a map showing events throughout the province\, as well as links to Indigenous artists\, information about collaborative partnerships\, and territory acknowledgements.[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”56580″ img_size=”large” onclick=”custom_link” css=”” link=”https://www.ohcow.on.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Indigenous-Peoples-Day-June-2026.pdf”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row top_padding=”15″][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_custom_heading text=”Addressing Chronic Disease in First Nations\, Inuit and Metis” font_container=”tag:h1|text_align:left|color:%23E7841F” google_fonts=”font_family:Signika%3A300%2Cregular%2C600%2C700|font_style:600%20bold%20regular%3A600%3Anormal” css=”.vc_custom_1781790421030{margin-bottom: 10px !important;}”][vc_column_text]Ontario is addressing the alarming increase in cancer\, diabetes\, heart disease and respiratory diseases among Indigenous peoples. A report entitled “Path to Prevention – Recommendations for Reducing Chronic Disease in First Nations\, Inuit and Métis”\, which is focused on chronic diseases and health inequities in these populations in Ontario. \nThe report identifies risk factors for these communities as tobacco use\, alcohol consumption\, physical inactivity and unhealthy diets. The policy recommendations were developed through extensive engagement with First Nations\, Inuit and Métis communities\, the Government of Ontario and non-government organizations. There was a process for validation by First Nations\, Inuit and Métis to ensure the recommendations accurately reflects the priorities of their communities. \nThe report is a key part of the Aboriginal Cancer Strategy and a companion report to Taking Action to Prevent Chronic Disease: Recommendations for a Healthier Ontario.[/vc_column_text]SEE REPORT[/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.ohcow.on.ca/event/national-indigenous-peoples-day-2/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260627
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260628
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SUMMARY:PTSD Awareness Day
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″ css=”.vc_custom_1780331683895{padding: 20px !important;}”][vc_custom_heading text=”Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder and the Workplace” font_container=”tag:h1|font_size:38px|text_align:left|color:%23E5850D|line_height:1.2″ google_fonts=”font_family:Signika%3A300%2Cregular%2C600%2C700|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal” css=”.vc_custom_1780332985958{margin-top: 25px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_single_image image=”56276″ img_size=”medium” css=””][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_column_text] \nThe Public Health Agency of Canada \nPublic Statement\nOn National Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Awareness Day\, we come together to raise awareness around PTSD\, break the stigma\, and show support and compassion for those suffering. \nPost-traumatic stress can affect anyone\, regardless of background or circumstance. Living through a traumatic event can have a profound impact on a person’s mental health\, their relationships with family and friends\, and their ability to cope with everyday life. \nWhile anyone can develop PTSD\, many Canadians are at an increased risk because of the nature of their jobs. Every day\, frontline workers\, healthcare providers\, public safety and military personnel are called into action. They respond to emergencies of all kinds and are routinely exposed to trauma. It is important to learn how to recognize the symptoms of PTSD\, as they can vary in intensity over time and from person-to-person. \nThose struggling with mental health or substance use issues can find free resources and lists of supports in their area at Canada.ca/mental-health.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_column_text] \nCanadian Mental Health Association (CMHA)\nPTSD is a mental health condition triggered by traumatic events like natural disasters\, accidents\, war\, or assaults. Symptoms include unwanted thoughts or dreams\, physical responses\, strong negative emotions\, and loss of interest in activities. A person with PTSD could experience the event themselves or witness it happening to others. If you’re struggling\, please reach out for support.[/vc_column_text]CMHA Page[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_column_text] \nOHCOW Resources\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] \n\nCrisis Planning for Worker & Responder Mental Health\nA 2023 MayDay\, MayDay Webinar Series Presentation\nRaising awareness and recognizing planning and operational strategies that can make a difference in the short & long term impact of trauma. \nLearn more about challenges faced by these frequently exposed front-line staff in their daily jobs\, and some solutions to reduce risk and mitigate harm from an agency\, industry and advocacy perspective. \nHealth and safety professionals\, first responders and other workers in many sectors have suffered disproportionate stress\, along with mental and physical harm/injury since the beginning of the pandemic. However\, there are also long-standing challenges in a workforce that is programmed to smile and go the extra mile when the inevitable effects linger and accumulate. How can we help individually and collectively\, especially from a workplace health and safety perspective? \n[/vc_column_text]GO TO MAYDAY MAYDAY VIDEO PAGE[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row top_padding=”10″][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text] \nPTSD Rules into Action\nA presentation made as part of OHCOW’s 2018 MayDay MayDay webinar series. \nMay 2018\, Presenter: Kim Slade\, Public Services Health and Safety Association (PSHSA) \n[/vc_column_text][vc_video link=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cfJrodQeD4g” css=””][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.ohcow.on.ca/event/ptsd-awareness-day/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260721
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260722
DTSTAMP:20260626T152700Z
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UID:10000446-1784592000-1784678399@www.ohcow.on.ca
SUMMARY:Uterine Fibroid Awareness Day
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row bg_color=”#5A99D1″][vc_column][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”2/3″][vc_custom_heading text=”Uterine Fibroids\, Reproductive Health and the Workplace” font_container=”tag:p|font_size:38|text_align:left|color:%23FFFFFF|line_height:1.2″ google_fonts=”font_family:Signika%3A300%2Cregular%2C600%2C700|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal” css=”.vc_custom_1782400334328{margin-top: 8% !important;margin-left: 20px !important;}”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”56717″ img_size=”large” alignment=”right” css=””][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row row_id=”main”][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nWhat are Uterine Fibroids?\nUterine fibroids are a common non-cancerous tumour of the uterus. A non-cancerous (benign) tumour is a growth that doesn’t spread (metastasize) to other parts of the body. High levels of the hormones estrogen and progesterone increase their growth\, as well as chemicals that mimic female hormones. In most cases\, fibroids are extremely small and barely noticeable. They should be monitored as they can expand in size over time and in some cases lead to infertility\, chronic pain\, and cancer. \nOccupational Risks and Fibroids\nThe Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS) has a web page on reproductive health as it relates to workplace conditions. \nReproductive health issues are usually not work related. However\, exposure to metals\, solvents\, pesticides\, radiation\, viruses\, and extreme stress are all factors that can effect reproductive health. Xenoestrogens are foreign\, man-made chemicals that mimic or disrupt natural estrogen and are found in plastics and other everyday substances present in our environment. In some production facilities and business prolonged exposure to chemicals has been linked to fibroid tumors\, reproductive issues\, endocrine imbalances\, and hormone-dependent cancers. Published research such as this has indicated a connection. \nIn addition to chemical exposure\, research has revealed the stress caused by regular night shift work can disrupt the endocrine system and lead to tumor growth and even cancer\, especially in women. \n\nExposure to industrial solvents\, pesticides\, and plastics/BPA can interfere with hormone signaling\, which is linked to an increased likelihood of developing fibroids. \nWorkplace exposure to heavy metals such as cadmium and lead has been associated with adverse uterine health. [1]\nHigh-stress occupations and chronic sleep deprivation (e.g.\, rotating night shifts) can trigger hormonal imbalances and exacerbate the pelvic pain and heavy bleeding associated with fibroids. According to current research published in Biomedical Reports\, the International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health and other sources\, night shift work is the leading work-related factor that increases the risk for reproductive health issues and cancer.\n\nThe Workplace and Reproductive Health\nOHCOW professionals and staff have experience investigating workplace conditions that point to increased health risks\, including hazards to the reproductive system and organs. If you think workplace conditions may have caused your fibroids or other reproductive health issues\, contact us.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.ohcow.on.ca/event/uterine-fibroid-awareness-day-2/
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