Workplace Health

• Mental health index shows decline in employee wellbeing

  Although the mental health of working Canadians was improving with warmer weather and the lifting of many pandemic restrictions, a new report says it's on the decline again.

  Health

  Jul 21, 2022
  
• ‘It feels like failure’: Why Canadian workplaces should offer stress leave

  Experts say there is no federal regulation but it can be beneficial for both employees and employers.

  Lifestyle

  Sep 29, 2019
  
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• ‘It’s not one size fits all’: Why open office plans don’t work for everyone

  Your work environment can have a huge impact on your mental health, which is why it's important that it's a space you're comfortable in.

  Health

  Mar 29, 2019
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• New Brunswick to amend legislation to ensure ‘sustainability’ of WorkSafeNB

  The amendments will address the 28 recommendations from the Report of the Task Force on WorkSafeNB, which sought to address the skyrocketing compensation rates in the province.

  Economy

  Nov 27, 2018
• Pair of Manitobans lose fingers in 2 gruesome workplace accidents

  Two Manitoba companies have been fined hefty sums after two workers lost their fingers in separate workplace accidents.

  Consumer

  Nov 15, 2018
• Peer support group helps London police cope with tough calls

  The peer support group is an informal network of 30 members, uniform and civilian, who act as a friendly ear and are available when someone is triggered later down the road.

  Health

  Feb 13, 2018
• Work long hours on the job? You’re more likely to have heart problems, study says

  Researchers from the University College, London find that if you work more than a certain number of hours per week, your risk of developing atrial fibrillation increases.

  Lifestyle

  Jul 14, 2017
• Want to improve your overall health? Standing while working could help

  Calgary's Imaginea Energy is one of many local firms giving employees the option of using a standing desk for improved wellness in the workplace.

  Canada

  May 25, 2017
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• Rudeness in workplace can ‘wreak havoc’: University of Calgary study

  New research conducted by the Haskayne School of Business at the University of Calgary delved into the effects of workplace rudeness on employees’ health and sense of belonging

  Education

  Feb 16, 2017
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• Women work more than men and it’s impacting their health, study says

  Men might work longer hours in the office, but women work the most hours overall thanks to chores and childcare.

  Health

  Feb 6, 2017