June is Men's Health Month, a time to focus on the physical and mental wellness of men, in their personal lives and in the workplace. See resources from OHCOW and other organizations on our website. https://bit.ly/4dXwvtQ

Monday June 1! Ontario Injured Worker's Day is an opportunity to recognize the individuals who have suffered injuries, illnesses and fatalities as a result of their workplace conditions. https://bit.ly/4vd5zgy

LAST WEEK! Don't miss Week Five of the Mayday Mayday Workplace Mental Health Webinar Series. This Friday, with a spotlight on the agricultural sector. Register in advance: https://bit.ly/4tZ4BmV

This is National Nurses' Week! Find out how Ontario is marking the event, and organizations that are offering free webinars and more! https://bit.ly/4webgMu

Our popular Workplace Mental Health Webinar Series is in its 10th Year! Friday mornings in May, 10am -12pm, hear expert speakers on relevant topics and join in a Q&A session! More info and register: https://bit.ly/4cN4iqd

May 4 - 8 is Construction Safety Week, a time to put a spotlight on the critical importance of health and safety in construction sector workplaces. Find out more and link to resources such as the Silica Control Tool and information on Hand Arm Vibration (HAVS) https://bit.ly/42brB73

Our popular Workplace Mental Health Webinar Series is in its 10th Year! Friday mornings in May, 10am -12pm, hear expert speakers on relevant topics and join in a Q&A session! More info and register: https://bit.ly/4cN4iqd

See our web page for information about Bladder Cancer and how the workplace can be a factor... https://bit.ly/4w4wxZ4

Remembering those killed and injured due to their jobs. See our Day of Mourning web page for OHCOW's official statement for Day of Mourning. https://bit.ly/4mzCQzA

OHCOW commemorates April 28, a day to remember those whose lives have been lost or irrevocably harmed by workplace injury and illness. https://bit.ly/4mzCQzA

Next Saturday! Free presentations on the topics of occupational hazards for illness and injury in construction and occupational driving. In Kanata in person and online. Certificates available. More info and register: https://bit.ly/4czRUKv

Next Saturday! Free presentations on the topics of occupational hazards for illness and injury in construction and occupational driving. In Kanata in person and online. Certificates available. More info and register: https://bit.ly/4czRUKv

April 5-11 is OHN (Occupational Health Nurses) Week, an observance that celebrates and recognizes the special role of the occupational and environmental health nursing profession. Thank you to our OHNs, in Ontario and beyond! More info: https://bit.ly/3QobAYu

April is Parkinson's Awareness Month. Learn more about this disease that effects 110,000+ Canadians, as well as occupational risks https://bit.ly/3YuckfW

OHCOW's Work History Project documents workers' health along with their work history, keeping track of exposures and other working conditions. This makes it easier to identify work related illnesses and injuries when they occur. For more information: https://bit.ly/4uOHCN6

Winter revisited Ontario this weekend, and some parts are yet again dealing with heavy snow! OHCOW's Winter Preparation Playlist, created by ergonomist Trevor Schell, offers valuable tips and tools to prevent injury and increase efficiency when performing winter chores. https://bit.ly/4lzrKdp

March is a month to draw attention to the rising rates of Colorectal Cancer in Canada... and discuss ways to detect it and prevent it. Causes range from genetics to lifestyle to carcinogenic exposures. See more on our website. https://bit.ly/4sLPFZw

Saturday, April 18, 8:30am – 1:00pm EST, online and in-person in Kanata, ON. The free annual Health and Safety Forum Spring Into Action is coming up soon! Be sure to register in advance! Certificates are available. See details of the agenda and a link to register https://bit.ly/4czRUKv

To commemorate International Women's Day on March 8, OHCOW Occupational Hygienist Krista Thompson, MHSc, ROH, CRSP, with the International Hygiene Association (AIHA), has written about the role that women have played in fighting for the rights and lives of workers. https://bit.ly/4rY4Ajc

March 3 is World Hearing Day. The workplace can be the leading cause of hearing loss. See our Noise Induced Hearing Loss (NIHL) web page about causes and prevention. https://bit.ly/4bwGPY8

International Women's Day is March 8, a day to recognize women's achievements in the workforce and all walks of life. Events are happening across Ontario! See our web page for rallies, lunches, speakers, comedy shows and more... https://bit.ly/3ZZdBvV

February is Heart Month, a month to raise awareness of the leading cause of death in Canada and ways to prevent it. See OHCOW resources about work-related heart disease. https://bit.ly/4ccYPZL

IN ONE WEEK! Don't miss our free annual international event focussed on musculoskeletal disorders, in its 27th year! OHCOW's RSI Day program offers the knowledge and experience of our professional staff and guest speakers. Find out more and register: https://bit.ly/4k9x3iV

Join OHCOW and the Occupational Cancer Research Centre (OCRC) this World Cancer Day, February 4 from 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM to learn more about occupational co-exposures and cancer risk through both research and clinical case studies. More info and register: https://bit.ly/4r3vup0

The mid-winter blues are common, and can intensify into depression, anxiety and heightened stress levels, particularly at work. See our website for resources on coping with it at the workplace, from the Stress Assess app to our library of webinars. Find out more. https://bit.ly/3ZpDaWA

Join OHCOW and the Occupational Cancer Research Centre (OCRC) this World Cancer Day, February 4 from 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM to learn more about occupational co-exposures and cancer risk through both research and clinical case studies. More info and register: https://bit.ly/4r3vup0

In it's 27th year, the OHCOW RSI Day webinar series is back for four sessions starting on Friday February 6! Check out the speakers and topics and register today for this free event. Certificates of attendance available. www.eventbrite.ca/e/rsi-day-20...

January is Firefighter Cancer Awareness Month, as this group encounters hazards in the course of their work that makes them more susceptible to cancer. See OHCOW's page about research, funding and advocacy for safe work for Firefighters. https://bit.ly/4a98ei8

Sending best wishes to Ontario workers for the holiday season.

Wishing a joyful Christmas Season to all, and best wishes for 2026, from OHCOW.

Have a wonderful Christmas Season everybody and best wishes for 2026, from OHCOW.

The theme of Human Rights Day 2025 is "everyday essentials." Every working person has the right to a safe and healthy workplace free of discrimination, as well as the right to a living wage. These are essentials. Learn more about Human Rights Day https://bit.ly/36mkNod

December 2 is Women's Brain Health Day, a day to start conversations on cognition, caregiving, equity, and the need for sex- and gender-based brain health research. Read more: https://bit.ly/3JUQTAT

The 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-based Violence is an annual campaign to speak up against violence aimed at women, girls, and gender non-conforming communities. It starts on International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, November 25, 2025. Read more https://bit.ly/480CYSZ

Occ|tober OHCOW Webinars continue with more great topics and speakers! Week 4 session is this Thursday, register today! Speakers are Dr. Sarah Rhodes - OHCOW Director, Projects, Dr. Nate DeBono - OCRC Scientist, Epidemiology and more! Certificates are available. https://bit.ly/3KytmFQ

World COPD Day seeks to raise awareness of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, a lung condition that can be fatal. Workplace conditions can increase risk, such as exposure to silica dust and other substances. Find out more: https://bit.ly/3MG8c6I

National Addictions Awareness Week is a time to learn more about prevention and harm reduction, talk about treatment and recovery, and discuss solutions for change. See our page on substance abuse in the work setting bit.ly/3OetSr6

L'outil de contrôle de la silice dans la construction en Ontario est maintenant disponible en français! Connectez-vous et cliquez sur le bouton « Français » en haut de la page ! https://bit.ly/3LzuJEJ Click the “Français” button at the top of the page to get the French version

November 11, a day for remembrance and gratitude.

THIS THURSDAY Occ|tober & Beyond Webinar Series WEEK 3. Exposure and Risk Assessments. Speakers: Melanie Gorman Ng - BCCSA, Jeavana Sritharan - OCRC, Tracy Kirkham - OCRC. Certificates available. Register in advance. https://bit.ly/3KytmFQ

Occ-tober webinars continue! This Thursday catch Week 2, on WHMIS Information & Chemical Exposures. Certificates are available for attendees. Register today! https://bit.ly/3KytmFQ

November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month. See our resources for information on preventing cancer risk on the job, with info about the Silica Control Tool and the Diesel Exhaust Lung Cancer Risk Calculator. https://bit.ly/3JK0REV

Mo-vember is a month to raise awareness and funds for men's health issues. Learn more, see our resources, and link to a special report about the state of physical and mental health of Canadian men. https://bit.ly/4odw6r0

Thursday October 30: WEEK ONE of Occ|tober & Beyond 2025 Webinar Series. Featuring speakers Dr. Joel Moody, Chief Prevention Officer; Kimberly O'Connell, OHCOW Exec. Director; Jasmine Kalasi, IHSA Occ. Hygienist; Steve Gore, WSN Occupational Hygienist. REGISTER: https://bit.ly/3KytmFQ

Invisible Disabilities Week, October 19 – 25, 2025. Not all Disabilities are Apparent: learn about the unique challenges faced by individuals with invisible disabilities. See our web page https://bit.ly/47iWmZR

Still time to register for the Online session! Come meet your Northern System Partners and equip yourself with tools and resources at this information session! NORTHERN STRONG: Health and Safety Expo https://bit.ly/4mPJxN4

October 12-19 is Workplace Bullying Awareness Week. Bullying is a broad societal problem with roots – and therefore the potential for prevention – in the workplace. See our web site for resources. https://bit.ly/3A8lNk3

October 10 was established as World Mental Health Day to raise global awareness about mental health issues and mobilize efforts in support of mental health. OHCOW offers resources to improve workplace mental health and address psychosocial aspects of the workplace. https://bit.ly/3VZNCm7

This year’s theme for Women's history month is Women of Impact in Canada. It highlights the achievements of women, past and present, who have shaped Canada in fields like politics, science, arts, business, and the economy. See more on our website. https://bit.ly/3zU2iLY

REGISTER TODAY! Occ|tober & Beyond 2025: Webinar Series starts this month. Five sessions will look at relevant issues in Occupational Health and Safety. Expert speakers will discuss initiatives to anticipate, recognize, evaluate and control workplace hazards. https://bit.ly/3KytmFQ