Due Diligence Checklist: How to Prove Your PHS Compliance to an OHS Inspector.
This guide provides the PHS Compliance Checklist, outlining the documented evidence your organisation must have ready for an inspector or auditor. We break down the four pillars required to meet the rigour of the National Standard of Canada for PHS.
Invisible Injury: Two Canadian Supreme Court Rulings That Changed Workplace Mental Health Forever
These rulings confirm that psychological injury is a major liability risk. To demonstrate "reasonable precautions" and satisfy the duty of care, Canadian employers must look to the National Standard of Canada for Psychological Health and Safety (PHS).
How to Use the Mental Health Continuum Model in the Workplace
Learn the 4 practical steps to move from guessing to supporting, build workplace psychological safety, and know the right intervention for every zone (Green through Red).
Your PHS Roadmap: A Layered Guide to Workplace Psychological Health & Safety
PHS implementation is a shared responsibility. Learn how to strategically use the Opening Minds framework to provide leaders, HR, and employees with the specific training they need to succeed.
What is Workplace Psychological Health & Safety in Canada?
Canadian workplaces are legally bound by OHS Acts to ensure employee safety, traditionally focusing on physical hazards. This article explores the critical, evolving role of Workplace Psychological Health and Safety (PHS) within this framework.
Workplace Wellness: Understanding The Working Mind (TWM)
What exactly is The Working Mind (TWM)? It's an accredited program from the Mental Health Commission of Canada, designed to equip both employees and managers with vital skills for mental well-being. Uncover how TWM goes beyond traditional mental health training to foster resilience, boost productivity, and create a truly supportive workplace culture.
Canadian Businesses with Mental Health Initiatives
Let's give these Canadian champions a round of applause for prioritizing mental health, and encourage others to follow suit!
Building a Thriving Canadian Workplace Culture
In today's competitive talent market, a positive culture is a game-changer. It attracts top talent, reduces turnover rates, and fosters loyalty. When employees feel valued, appreciated, and part of something bigger than themselves, they're more likely to stay engaged and contribute their best work.