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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250501
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SUMMARY:National Physician's Day
DESCRIPTION:https://www.cma.ca/about-us/what-we-do/press-room/cma-recognizes-national-physicians-day
URL:https://www.ohcow.on.ca/event/national-physicians-day/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250501T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250501T120000
DTSTAMP:20260221T142849Z
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UID:10000155-1746095400-1746100800@www.ohcow.on.ca
SUMMARY:Mayday! Mayday! 2025 Workplace Mental Health Series Week 1
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Welcome to the 9th annual Mayday\, Mayday Symposium\, which continues to build on the double meaning of it’s title (International labour day + Universal cry for help) to translate the knowledge and experience of our OHCOW professional staff\, partners and guest speakers to increase psycho-social hazard awareness and prevention of related harm and injury to workers. The five week webinar series format allows for an ever-expanding audience from around the world\, all gathering to learn\, share experience and generate ideas. Register today and join the discussion. Integrating Initiative: WMH into OHS. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row top_padding=”10″ bottom_padding=”70″ row_id=”copsoq”][vc_column width=”5/6″][vc_column_text] \nWEEK ONE\nThursday\, May 1\, 2025\n10:30am – 12:00pm ET\nIntegrating Initiative: WMH into OHS\n\nFundamental truth: Workplace Mental Health is Occupational Health\nSpeaker: John Oudyk\, Occupational Hygienist\, OHCOW\nPublic Sector Perspective: Experience\, Resources & Psychosocial <-> MSD prevention case study\nMadi Stratis\, Workplace Wellness Consultant\, PSHSA\nNew tool to help: CCOHS Business Safety Portal & other WMH & OHS resources\nKaren Cassidy\, Director\, Business Solutions CCOHS\n\nOpen discussion follows.[/vc_column_text]VIEW PLAYLISTSLIDES PDF – JOHN OUDYKSLIDES PDF – MADI STRATISPDF – CASSIDY[/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/6″][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.ohcow.on.ca/event/mayday-mayday-workplace-mental-health-webinars/
CATEGORIES:Mental Health Webinars,Webinars (recorded)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250505T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250509T170000
DTSTAMP:20250415T154945Z
CREATED:20250415T154945Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250415T154945Z
UID:10000160-1746432000-1746810000@www.ohcow.on.ca
SUMMARY:Construction Safety Week
DESCRIPTION:Construction Safety Week Website \nBring Safety Week to life at your company. You can access and download all of the tools and resources you’ll need to get started on planning your week\, including tips\, best practices and all of the Safety Week branded materials to support your events and communication. All materials for Safety Week 2025 will be available soon.
URL:https://www.ohcow.on.ca/event/construction-safety-week/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250505T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250510T170000
DTSTAMP:20250415T154515Z
CREATED:20250415T154515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250415T154515Z
UID:10000159-1746432000-1746896400@www.ohcow.on.ca
SUMMARY:Safety and Health Week
DESCRIPTION:Safety and Health Week Website \nSafety and Health Week is an annual initiative aimed at raising awareness about the importance of preventing injury and illness in the workplace\, at home\, and in the community. The initiative focuses on employers\, employees\, partners\, and the public working together to create safe workplaces and communities.\nJoin the conversation this hash#SafetyAndHealthWeek!
URL:https://www.ohcow.on.ca/event/safety-and-health-week/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250505T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250511T170000
DTSTAMP:20250420T230927Z
CREATED:20250415T160428Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250420T230927Z
UID:10000163-1746432000-1746982800@www.ohcow.on.ca
SUMMARY:Mental Health Week
DESCRIPTION:CMHA Mental Health Week Website \nThis Mental Health Week (May 5-11)\, 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. \nSee OHCOW’s Mayday Mayday Webinar series for more information.
URL:https://www.ohcow.on.ca/event/mental-health-week-2/
CATEGORIES:Mental Health Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250506
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250507
DTSTAMP:20250415T155328Z
CREATED:20250415T155306Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250415T155328Z
UID:10000161-1746489600-1746575999@www.ohcow.on.ca
SUMMARY:World Asthma Day
DESCRIPTION:World Asthma Day (Canada) Website \nLighting  Landmarks Across Canada Shine Blue for World Asthma Day & Asthma Awareness Month\nThis World Asthma Day (Tuesday\, May 6) and Asthma Awareness Month\, iconic landmarks across Canada will illuminate in blue\, standing in solidarity with the more than 4.6 million Canadians living with asthma and in remembrance of the 300 lives tragically lost to the disease each year. \nIf you’re near one of these landmarks\, snap a photo and share it using #WorldAsthmaDay and #AsthmaAwarenessMonth to raise awareness and help put asthma in the spotlight! \nParticipating Landmarks:\nOntario \nCN Tower*| Toronto\nNiagara Falls | Niagara (Illuminated at 10 PM for 15 minutes)\nPeace Bridge | Fort Erie
URL:https://www.ohcow.on.ca/event/50987/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250508T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250508T120000
DTSTAMP:20260221T175233Z
CREATED:20250410T141056Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260221T175233Z
UID:10000221-1746698400-1746705600@www.ohcow.on.ca
SUMMARY:Mayday! Mayday! 2025 Workplace Mental Health Webinars Week 2
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Welcome to the 9th annual Mayday\, Mayday Symposium\, which continues to build on the double meaning of it’s title (International labour day + Universal cry for help) to translate the knowledge and experience of our OHCOW professional staff\, partners and guest speakers to increase psycho-social hazard awareness and prevention of related harm and injury to workers. The five week webinar series format allows for an ever-expanding audience from around the world\, all gathering to learn\, share experience and generate ideas. Register today and join the discussion.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row top_padding=”10″ bottom_padding=”70″ row_id=”copsoq”][vc_column width=”5/6″][vc_column_text] \nWEEK TWO\nThursday\, May 8\, 2025\n10:30am – 12:00pm ET\nLessons Learned – Workplace Experiences & Stories\n\nGetting workers/members engaged in efforts to improve workplace stress conditions\nSpeaker: Carrie de Graaf\, President\, OSSTF D8 Edu.l Support Staff\nReal Talk: A Short Workplace Stress Survey launched our Psychological Health Journey\nSpeaker: Hayley Bennett\, Wellness Coordinator\, Bruyère Health\nVoice of experience: 15 years\, 15(+) insights on workplace survey support\nJohn Oudyk\, Occupational Hygienist\, OHCOW\n\nOpen discussion follows.[/vc_column_text]VIEW PLAYLISTSLIDES PDF – de Graaf\, OudykSLIDES PDF – BennettSLIDES PDF – Oudyk[/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/6″][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.ohcow.on.ca/event/mayday-mayday-2025-workplace-mental-health-webinars/
CATEGORIES:Mental Health Webinars,Webinars (recorded)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250508T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250508T120000
DTSTAMP:20260221T165539Z
CREATED:20260221T165539Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260221T165539Z
UID:10000156-1746698400-1746705600@www.ohcow.on.ca
SUMMARY:Mayday! Mayday! 2025 Workplace Mental Health Series Week 2
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Welcome to the 9th annual Mayday\, Mayday Symposium\, which continues to build on the double meaning of it’s title (International labour day + Universal cry for help) to translate the knowledge and experience of our OHCOW professional staff\, partners and guest speakers to increase psycho-social hazard awareness and prevention of related harm and injury to workers. The five week webinar series format allows for an ever-expanding audience from around the world\, all gathering to learn\, share experience and generate ideas. Register today and join the discussion.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row top_padding=”10″ bottom_padding=”70″ row_id=”copsoq”][vc_column width=”5/6″][vc_column_text] \nWEEK TWO\nThursday\, May 8\, 2025\n10:30am – 12:00pm ET\nLessons Learned – Workplace Experiences & Stories\n\nGetting workers/members engaged in efforts to improve workplace stress conditions\nSpeaker: Carrie de Graaf\, President\, OSSTF D8 Edu.l Support Staff\nReal Talk: A Short Workplace Stress Survey launched our Psychological Health Journey\nSpeaker: Hayley Bennett\, Wellness Coordinator\, Bruyère Health\nVoice of experience: 15 years\, 15(+) insights on workplace survey support\nJohn Oudyk\, Occupational Hygienist\, OHCOW\n\nOpen discussion follows.[/vc_column_text]VIEW PLAYLISTSLIDES PDF – de Graaf\, OudykSLIDES PDF – BennettSLIDES PDF – Oudyk[/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/6″][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.ohcow.on.ca/event/mayday-mayday-2025-workplace-mental-health-webinars-2/
CATEGORIES:Mayday Mayday,Mental Health Webinars,Webinars (recorded)
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250512T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250518T170000
DTSTAMP:20250415T160034Z
CREATED:20250415T155709Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250415T160034Z
UID:10000162-1747036800-1747587600@www.ohcow.on.ca
SUMMARY:National Nursing Week
DESCRIPTION:Ontario Nurses Association Website \nDuring Nursing Week\, we celebrate the dedication\, expertise\, and achievements of registered nurses (RNs)\, registered practical nurses (RPNs) and nurse practitioners (NPs.) This year\, for ONA nurses\, Nursing Week is being held May 12-18. \nOur 2025 Nursing Week theme is:\nRaising our voices. Speaking the truth.\nFaire entendre nos voix. Dire la vérité.  \nThis theme captures our growing momentum in telling Ontarians the brutal truth. We find ourselves at a crossroads. Never before has it been so important to speak out and speak the truth about what is going on in our health-care system. \nNursing Week offers a great opportunity to do more than celebrate. We can also amplify our concerns and our bold ideas for solutions. We know the value of the experienced and highly skilled nurses in our health-care system\, and how it is endangered if we don’t address recruitment and retention of the nursing workforce.
URL:https://www.ohcow.on.ca/event/national-nurses-week-2/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250515
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250516
DTSTAMP:20250415T161419Z
CREATED:20250415T161419Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250415T161419Z
UID:10000165-1747267200-1747353599@www.ohcow.on.ca
SUMMARY:Global Accessibility Awareness Day
DESCRIPTION:Go to the GAAD website \nThe GAAD Foundation\nThe GAAD Foundation was launched in 2021 to mark GAAD’s 10th anniversary. Its mission is to disrupt the culture of technology and digital product development to include accessibility as a core requirement. \nWhat is Digital Accessibility?\nDigital accessibility refers to the ability of people with disabilities/impairments to independently consume and/or interact with digital (e.g.\, web\, mobile) applications and content. Take a look at WebAIM’s The WebAIM Million\, for a current snapshot of trends and issues regarding web accessibility.
URL:https://www.ohcow.on.ca/event/global-accessibility-awareness-day-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250515T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250515T120000
DTSTAMP:20260221T165815Z
CREATED:20250510T153021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260221T165815Z
UID:10000222-1747305000-1747310400@www.ohcow.on.ca
SUMMARY:Mayday Mayday Workplace Mental Health Webinar Series Week 3
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row top_padding=”10″ bottom_padding=”70″ row_id=”copsoq”][vc_column width=”5/6″][vc_column_text] \nWEEK THREE\nThursday\, May 15\, 2025\n10:30am – 12:00pm ET\nAssessment assessment: Exploring Survey Options\n\nThe psychosocial work environment: what is it\, why is it important\, how to measure?\nSpeaker: Dr. Peter Smith\, President\, IWH\nBeyond Conversations: Measuring improvements in workplace mental health\nSpeaker: Liz Horvath\, Senior Advisor\, PsycHS\, Opening Minds\, MHCC\nOntario Workplace Wellbeing Survey insights and experience\nSpeaker: Katrina Burch\, Psychological H&S Advisor/Assessor\, PSHSA\n\nOpen discussion follows.[/vc_column_text]VIEW PLAYLISTSLIDES – Peter SmithSLIDES – Liz HorvathSLIDES – Katrina Burch[/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/6″][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.ohcow.on.ca/event/mayday-mayday-workplace-mental-health-webinar-series-week-3/
CATEGORIES:Mayday Mayday,Mental Health Webinars,Webinars (recorded)
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250522T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250522T120000
DTSTAMP:20260221T175353Z
CREATED:20250510T153213Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260221T175353Z
UID:10000223-1747909800-1747915200@www.ohcow.on.ca
SUMMARY:Mayday Mayday Workplace Mental Health Webinar Week 4
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row top_padding=”10″ bottom_padding=”70″ row_id=”copsoq”][vc_column width=”5/6″][vc_column_text] \nWEEK FOUR\nThursday\, May 22\, 2025\n10:30am – 12:00pm ET\nResearch Results: Finding & Building on Knowledge\n\nMindful Workplace Mental Health: Accommodation & Return to Work\nSpeaker: Dr. Behdin Nowrouzi-Kia\, Occ Sci & OT\, Univ. of Toronto\nJob quality and its relationship to ‘deaths of despair’\nSpeaker: Dr. Faraz Shahidi\, Associate Scientist\, IWH\nWork-related suicide. An international social justice analysis\nSpeakers: Steven Bittle\, Professor\, Criminology\, Univ. of Ottawa; Sarah Waters\, Professor French Studies\, Univ of Leeds\n\nOpen discussion follows.[/vc_column_text]VIEW PLAYLISTSLIDES: Nowrouzi-KiaSLIDES: ShahidiSLIDES: Bittle[/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/6″][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.ohcow.on.ca/event/mayday-mayday-workplace-mental-health-webinar-week-4/
CATEGORIES:Mayday Mayday,Mental Health Webinars,Webinars (recorded)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250525T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250530T170000
DTSTAMP:20250415T161529Z
CREATED:20250415T161109Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250415T161529Z
UID:10000164-1748160000-1748624400@www.ohcow.on.ca
SUMMARY:AccessAbility Week
DESCRIPTION:The AODA page for Accessibilty Week \nDuring National AccessAbility Week\, we recognize the ways people with disabilities take part in their communities.\nCitizens with disabilities are sometimes prevented from full involvement in their communities because they encounter accessibility barriers. Barriers limit the things people with disabilities can do\, the places they can go\, or the ways other community members interact with them.\nNational AccessAbility Week gives us the chance to honour people committed to removing these barriers. Some of these activists have disabilities\, while others are non-disabled allies who understand what their fellow community members are capable of. When we break down barriers\, we make sure that people with disabilities have the same opportunities as their fellow community members.
URL:https://www.ohcow.on.ca/event/accessability-week/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250529T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250529T120000
DTSTAMP:20260221T175508Z
CREATED:20250510T153341Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260221T175508Z
UID:10000224-1748514600-1748520000@www.ohcow.on.ca
SUMMARY:Mayday Mayday Workplace Mental Health Webinar Series Week 5
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row top_padding=”10″ bottom_padding=”70″ row_id=”copsoq”][vc_column width=”5/6″][vc_column_text] \nWEEK FIVE\nThursday\, May 29\, 2025\n10:30am – 12:00pm ET\nCanadian Conversation: Mental Injury Prevention across the Country\n\nNewfoundland Experience Building a Peer Support Program\nSpeakers: Tammy McCabe\, Manager\, Communications and Industry Relations\, NLCSA\nDr. Kim Cullen\, MUN\nWhat’s happening in Alberta with workplace psychological safety?\nSpeaker: Karina Thomas\, MSc\, PhD\nOccupational Disease Scientific Lead\, Jobs\, Economy\, Trade and Immigration\nMental Health Injuries in BC’s Social Services Sector: A growing concern\nSpeakers: Suncha Satney\, Psychological H&S Consultant\, CSSHSA;\nTigran Bajgoric\, CEO\, CSSHSA\n\nOpen discussion follows.[/vc_column_text]VIEW PLAYLISTPDF SLIDES-THOMASPDF SLIDES-CSSHSA[/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/6″][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.ohcow.on.ca/event/51478/
CATEGORIES:Mayday Mayday,Mental Health Webinars,Webinars (recorded)
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250601
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250602
DTSTAMP:20250528T193318Z
CREATED:20250528T180135Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250528T193318Z
UID:10000228-1748736000-1748822399@www.ohcow.on.ca
SUMMARY:Injured Workers Day
DESCRIPTION:Every year on June 1st\, Ontarians pay respect to the hundreds of workers who have died or become injured while working on their job sites. The Ontario Injured Workers Day is an opportunity to recognize the individuals who have suffered injuries and fatalities as a result of their workplace conditions. \nIn Ontario\, we owe a debt to Sudbury MPP and NDP Labour critic Jamie West\, who pushed to have June 1 officially recognized as Ontario’s Injured Workers Day. Last year he introduced his Private Member’s Bill\, Bill 118\, the Injured Workers Day Act\,  in the Ontario legislature.  Because of this Act\, June 1 of every year will be formally recognized as Injured Workers Day. See OHCOW page about this achievement. \nRead Bill 118\, Injured Workers Day Act\, 2024\, S.O. 2024 here. \nSee the Ontario Federation of Labour Page here. \nSee the UFCW Injured Workers page here. \nEVENTS: \nJune 1st is (officially) Injured Workers Day. On June 1st 1983\, more than 3000 injured & ill workers and allies crowded the lawn at Queen’s Park demanding dignity and respect in the face of corporatization and cuts. This June 1 at 11am is another gathering on that same spot. \nOver 40 years later\, injured & ill workers will again gather Sunday June 1st to celebrate our strength and continue to fight for law and policy reform. Thanks to Bill 118 The Injured Workers’ Day Act\, June 1st this year (and every year going forward)\, will be officially proclaimed Injured Workers’ Day by the Legislature of Ontario.
URL:https://www.ohcow.on.ca/event/injured-workers-day-2/
CATEGORIES:External Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250601T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250630T170000
DTSTAMP:20250529T143922Z
CREATED:20250528T173817Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T143922Z
UID:10000225-1748764800-1751302800@www.ohcow.on.ca
SUMMARY:Brain Injury Awareness Month
DESCRIPTION:This June\, during Brain Injury Awareness Month\, the National organization Brain Injury Canada is going Beyond the Injury to raise awareness of brain injury and its profound impacts on all aspects of daily life\, for individuals and for family/caregivers. The goal is to generate more national awareness and understanding of brain injury\, and to raise money to continue developing programs and resources that will improve the lives of all Canadians living with brain injury. \nGet More info here. \nNorthern Brain Injury Association\nThe Northern Brain Injury Association of BC has a webpage about Preventing Workplace Brain Injury. It states that on average one million Canadians are injured\, or become sick/diseased by their workplace each year\, and out of that about 10% will result in a brain injury. Read more here. \n 
URL:https://www.ohcow.on.ca/event/brain-injury-awareness-month/
CATEGORIES:External Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250601T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250630T170000
DTSTAMP:20250528T174948Z
CREATED:20250528T174948Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250528T174948Z
UID:10000226-1748764800-1751302800@www.ohcow.on.ca
SUMMARY:National Indigenous History Month
DESCRIPTION:June is National Indigenous History Month in Canada\, a time to recognize the rich history\, heritage\, resilience and diversity of First Nations\, Inuit and Métis. \nSee the Government of Canada’s page acknowledging National Indigenous History month here. \nSee events that are happening in Toronto here.
URL:https://www.ohcow.on.ca/event/national-indigenous-history-month/
CATEGORIES:External Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250601T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250630T170000
DTSTAMP:20250624T174000Z
CREATED:20250528T184742Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250624T174000Z
UID:10000229-1748764800-1751302800@www.ohcow.on.ca
SUMMARY:Men's Health Month: Never Alone
DESCRIPTION:The Canadian Men’s Health Foundation is marking June 2025\, Men’s Health Month\, with a campaign entitled\, Never Alone. This June\, join guys across Canada talking about the tough stuff and getting tools to build better mental health. The 2025 Men’s Health Report contains concerning reports of the health of Canadian men\, physically and mentally. \nSee the webpage here\, that has links to a June 12 workshop for men and other resources. \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. \nSee also Men’s Health Week. \n  \nWorkplace Mental Health Webinar Series\n \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. \nSee the playlist for the 2025 Mayday\, Mayday here. \nAdditional resources:\nGovernment of Canada \nCanadian Mental Health Association
URL:https://www.ohcow.on.ca/event/mens-health-month/
CATEGORIES:External Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250609T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250615T170000
DTSTAMP:20250601T165627Z
CREATED:20250529T142459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250601T165627Z
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SUMMARY:Men's Health Week
DESCRIPTION:Each 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
URL:https://www.ohcow.on.ca/event/mens-health-week/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250621
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250622
DTSTAMP:20250528T175343Z
CREATED:20250528T175343Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250528T175343Z
UID:10000227-1750464000-1750550399@www.ohcow.on.ca
SUMMARY:National Indigenous Peoples Day
DESCRIPTION:See the National Indigenous  People’s Day page here.
URL:https://www.ohcow.on.ca/event/national-indigenous-peoples-day/
CATEGORIES:External Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250625T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250625T130000
DTSTAMP:20250613T155502Z
CREATED:20250613T152305Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250613T155502Z
UID:10000231-1750852800-1750856400@www.ohcow.on.ca
SUMMARY:Webinar: Work and Health in Primary Care in Ontario
DESCRIPTION:Work and health in Primary Care in Ontario: Improving the recognition and recording of work relatedness \nIn partnership with  Dalhousie University and Praxus Health \nRegister \nThis pilot study aims to address gaps in work and health by integrating occupational data collection into primary care through an online questionnaire. This system will simplify the capture and coding of patient occupation\, allowing primary care providers (PCPs) to offer more informed advice on occupational health and wellbeing. \nThe study’s outcomes will include the creation of a large occupational health database and the provision of real-time aggregated occupational information to key stakeholders. If successful\, this system could be widely implemented in primary care clinics across the province\, enhancing the understanding of occupational health risks\, improving patient care\, and informing evidence-based employee health policies. \nDr. Anil Adisesh (Dalhousie University): Dr Anil Adisesh is an Associate Professor in the Department of Medicine at Dalhousie University. He is the lead investigator for the study\, Work and Health in Primary Care in Ontario: Improving the recognition and recording of work relatedness. Together with Dr Andrea Furlan he is the co-lead of the ECHO OEM telementoring program for primary health-care providers in Ontario\, both projects are funded by WSIB Ontario. \nPraxus Health Bio: Praxus Health is a Canadian not-for-profit that collaborates with a diverse range of partners to drive meaningful change and improve the health of communities. By connecting diverse sectors\, from public to private\, Praxus Health strives to solve complex health problems and empower communities to take control of their health. The organization’s work spans multiple health topics including occupational health\, primary care innovation\, immunization\, cancer screening and more! \n 
URL:https://www.ohcow.on.ca/event/work-and-health-in-primary-care-in-ontario/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250721
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250722
DTSTAMP:20250616T143359Z
CREATED:20250616T135125Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250616T143359Z
UID:10000232-1753056000-1753142399@www.ohcow.on.ca
SUMMARY:Uterine Fibroid Awareness Day
DESCRIPTION:The Canadian organization\, the Vivre 100 fibromes association\, seeks to improve available information\, structures and platforms dedicated to uterine fibroids in Quebec and in Canada\, and  to improve the medical\, social and psychological conditions of those with uterine fibroids. The main objective is to provide better access to information. \nvivre100fibromes website \nThe Workplace and Reproductive Health\nThe Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS) has a web page on reproductive health. Reproductive hazards are factors that cause conditions to the reproductive organs and can interfere with a person’s ability to procreate. \n In most cases\, fibroids are extremely small and barely noticeable. The condition should be monitored as they can expand in size over time and in some cases lead to infertility\, chronic pain\, and cancer. \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. \nIf you think workplace conditions may have caused your fibroids or other reproductive health issues\, contact us.
URL:https://www.ohcow.on.ca/event/uterine-fibroid-awareness-day/
CATEGORIES:External Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250812
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250813
DTSTAMP:20250731T141548Z
CREATED:20250731T141548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250731T141548Z
UID:10000234-1754956800-1755043199@www.ohcow.on.ca
SUMMARY:International Youth Day
DESCRIPTION:The theme of International Youth Day (IYD) 2025\, Local Youth Actions for the Sustainable Development Goals and Beyond\, highlighting the unique role of youth in translating global ambitions into community-driven realities. \nThey bring creativity\, insight\, and deep community ties that help bridge the gap between policy and practice. With over 65 per cent of SDG targets linked to local governance\, youth engagement is not a luxury—it is a necessity. \nThis year’s IYD will also underscore the essential role of local and regional governments. Being the closest to the communities they serve\, they are uniquely positioned to create inclusive policy environments\, allocate resources\, and establish mechanisms for youth participation in local planning and decision-making. \nFind out More 
URL:https://www.ohcow.on.ca/event/international-youth-day/
CATEGORIES:External Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250819T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250819T120000
DTSTAMP:20250731T140735Z
CREATED:20250731T135830Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250731T140735Z
UID:10000233-1755599400-1755604800@www.ohcow.on.ca
SUMMARY:Advancing Vibration Risk Management Webinar
DESCRIPTION:MLITSD Northern Region Mining Initiative on HAV\nYou’re invited to attend a free webinar on Tuesday\, August 19 at 10:30 am ET\, hosted by Ontario’s health and safety system partners. \nIn 2025\, the MLITSD is launching a focused initiative on hand-arm vibration (HAV) exposure in Northern Ontario’s mining sector—and employers need to be prepared. This session will introduce the goals of the initiative and explain how HAV fits into the broader picture of mining risk management. \nHAV-related health effects fall within the category of occupational illnesses with specific reporting requirements under the OHSA\, but historically overlooked and misunderstood within the broader context of workplace hazard assessment and control. \nLike other physical hazards\, HAV exposure can—and should—be assessed using screening tools and measurement against established standards. Learn how Ontario’s health and safety system partners—including WSN\, WSPS\, CROSH\, and OHCOW—are supporting this initiative and how they can help to “shake off” the risks of this often-overlooked hazard. \nREGISTER TODAY \nHelp make your workplace safer and register today! \nFor more information\, contact WSPS at 1-877-494-9777.
URL:https://www.ohcow.on.ca/event/advancing-vibration-risk-management-webinar/
CATEGORIES:External Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250901
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250902
DTSTAMP:20250825T180835Z
CREATED:20250801T155418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250825T180835Z
UID:10000236-1756684800-1756771199@www.ohcow.on.ca
SUMMARY:Labour Day
DESCRIPTION:Celebrating Labour Day: The History\n\nToronto Labour Day Celebration and Parade 2025\nThis Labour Day\, let’s come together to Protect Canadian Jobs!\nJoin Unifor National and the Ontario Regional Council this Labour Day as we come together in solidarity to protect Canadian jobs and industries. This year’s celebration is more than a parade\, it’s a powerful call to action.  As workers across the country face growing threats to job security and affordability\, we’re marching to demand real solutions that puts workers and their families first. \nNathan Phillips Square\nMonday\, September 1\n9am – 12pm EDT\nmore info \nMORE EVENTS:\nFind out more about events across Ontario here.
URL:https://www.ohcow.on.ca/event/labour-day-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250901T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250930T170000
DTSTAMP:20250825T150348Z
CREATED:20250825T145625Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250825T150348Z
UID:10000239-1756713600-1759251600@www.ohcow.on.ca
SUMMARY:Prostate Cancer Awareness Month
DESCRIPTION:September is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month. While progress has been made\, prostate cancer is still the most commonly diagnosed cancer among men in Canada. This is a month to join together to transform the future of prostate cancer for the 27\,900 men in Canada expected to be diagnosed this year. Prostate cancer is one of the least preventable cancers\, making advancements in prostate cancer treatment so important. \nhttps://cancer.ca/en/about-us/prostate-cancer
URL:https://www.ohcow.on.ca/event/prostate-cancer-awareness-month/
CATEGORIES:External Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250901T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250930T170000
DTSTAMP:20250825T153405Z
CREATED:20250825T151348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250825T153405Z
UID:10000240-1756713600-1759251600@www.ohcow.on.ca
SUMMARY:Concussion Awareness Month
DESCRIPTION:RSI Day 2023 Week 1 – Concussions in the Workplace\nSee a video and slide deck on this important topic. \nThis presentation will discuss the following topics: \n\nInformation about concussions and post-concussion symptom\nLong term effects\nRecovery and return to work\nUnderreporting\, workplace factors\, raising awareness about concussions in the workplace\, and prevention of workplace hazards.\n\nThe goal is to raise awareness about concussions and to promote steps to take action to prevent concussions in the workplace. \nRSI Day 2023 Week 1 – Concussions in the Workplace \n \n  \nAfter a Concussion: Return to Work Strategies\nhttps://parachute.ca/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Concussion-ReturnToWork-UA.pdf
URL:https://www.ohcow.on.ca/event/concussion-awareness-month/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250901T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250930T170000
DTSTAMP:20250923T172656Z
CREATED:20250923T115708Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T172656Z
UID:10000257-1756713600-1759251600@www.ohcow.on.ca
SUMMARY:Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month 2025
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_custom_heading text=”Better Treatments\, Better Outcomes” font_container=”tag:h1|font_size:52px|text_align:left|color:%23E64B4B” google_fonts=”font_family:Signika%3A300%2Cregular%2C600%2C700|font_style:600%20bold%20regular%3A600%3Anormal” css=”.vc_custom_1758629080599{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;}”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_single_image image=”53412″ img_size=”large” css=””][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_column_text]According to the Canadian Cancer Society: \n\nOvarian cancer can start in the cells of an ovary\, but the most common type is thought to start in the cells of a fallopian tube. Fallopian tube and primary peritoneal cancers are staged and treated the same as epithelial ovarian cancer.\nRisks for epithelial ovarian cancer include having a family history of ovarian cancer and BRCA gene mutations. Fallopian tube and primary peritoneal cancer share many of the same risks as epithelial ovarian cancer.\n\nFor more information: \nOvarian Cancer Canada \nOvarian Cancer Canada Walk of Hope \nOccupational Hazards for Ovarian Cancer \nEvery year in September\, the Ovarian Cancer Canada Walk of Hope takes place. It’s the only walk in the country that is solely dedicated to transforming the lives of those facing ovarian cancer\, improving the reality of life with the disease\, and working towards a future in which the disease is ultimately eradicated. \nThis year’s Ovarian Cancer Canada Walk of Hope raised almost $1\,500\,000 for Ovarian Cancer Research. The commitment sends a powerful message: we will not rest until women are able to live their lives freely\, fully\, and uninhibited by ovarian cancer. By driving research innovation and sharing crucial knowledge\, we’re empowering Canadians to take control of their health today while we invest/build a future that is free of this disease. \n\nSpeaker Series | Proactive choices: Preventing hereditary breast and ovarian cancer\n\nWednesday\, September 24\, 2025 \nVirtual | 6:00 p.m. ET – 7:00 p.m. ET \n3:00 p.m. PT – 4:00 p.m. PT \n\n\nREGISTER[/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/ovarian-cancer-awareness-month-2025/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250910
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250911
DTSTAMP:20250910T154730Z
CREATED:20250825T152025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250910T154730Z
UID:10000241-1757462400-1757548799@www.ohcow.on.ca
SUMMARY:World Suicide Prevention Day
DESCRIPTION:  \nMental Injury Toolkit\nFor practical approaches and information about improving mental health in the workplace\, OHCOW’s Mental Injury Toolkit is specifically created to answer questions and provide guidance for the workplace with regards to mental health. The workplace can be a major source of stress for workers.  This guide and resource kit will provide workers with a basic understanding and a place to start to learn about workplace stress and what to do about it\, including: \n\nDefinitions\nCommon Causes of Mental Distress\nLegal Frameworks\nPossible Actions\nAdditional Resources\n\nMental Injury Toolkit \n  \nCanadian employees thinking of suicide at high rates: what can HR do differently?\nA new survey of Canadian workers has revealed alarming statistics: 23% had thoughts of self-harm or suicide in the previous two weeks\, and 36% had such thoughts in the previous year. Read this research about work-related suicide in Canada:  HRR Reporter \n\nWorld Suicide Prevention Day\n\nVisit the website for the Canadian Association of Suicide Prevention \nThe theme for World Suicide Prevention Day (WSPD) 2024-2026 is “Changing the Narrative on Suicide”. The aim of the theme is to raise awareness about the importance of changing the narrative surrounding suicide and transforming how we perceive this complex issue. Changing the narrative requires systemic change. It’s about shifting from a culture of silence and stigma to one of openness\, understanding\, and support. ~ International Association for Suicide Prevention. \nWorkplace Mental Health Webinar Series\n \nOHCOW’s Mayday\, Mayday Webinar series has featured sessions on work related suicide\, and mental health for the high-risk role of service responders\, Crisis Planning for Worker & Responder Mental Health. \nSee the playlist for the 2025 Mayday\, Mayday here. \n 
URL:https://www.ohcow.on.ca/event/world-suicide-prevention-day/
CATEGORIES:External Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250913
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250914
DTSTAMP:20250825T153206Z
CREATED:20250825T153206Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250825T153206Z
UID:10000242-1757721600-1757807999@www.ohcow.on.ca
SUMMARY:World First Aid Day
DESCRIPTION:World First Aid Day is a global observance held on the second Saturday in September. It was instituted by the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) in 2000 and has been celebrated each year ever since. \nThe term “first aid” refers to the help available to anyone with a sudden injury or illness. Its main purpose is to preserve life and prevent exacerbation of the condition. This is not always done by medical staff. In emergency situations\, ordinary people often have to provide first aid to save someone’s life. First aid does not require prior knowledge and can be improvised. However\, if a first aid person does not know what to do\, they may hurt themselves rather than help. This is why the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies encourages everyone to receive basic first aid training or at least educate themselves using all available reliable sources. \nWorld First Aid Day aims to raise awareness of how first aid can prevent injuries and save lives in crises and everyday situations\, as well as enhance access to first aid. The events and activities on this day focus on first aid training. Each year\, a new general theme for the day is chosen\, and participants are encouraged to plan events around the current year’s theme. \nRecent polling by the Canadian Red Cross shows that nearly 40 per cent of Canadians say they have been in an emergency situation where they have had to perform first aid; however\, only 18 per cent are currently certified. so ensure you have the skills needed to save lives when an emergency happens. \nInfo about first aid courses: \nCanadian Health Care Provider Training Institute \nFirst Aid 4U \n 
URL:https://www.ohcow.on.ca/event/world-first-aid-day-2/
CATEGORIES:External Event
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