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The Duty to Accommodate and Mental Health: Why Training Matters More Than Ever
The duty to accommodate in Canadian workplaces includes both the duty to inquire and the duty to implement appropriate accommodations—an especially important distinction in mental health contexts where needs may
Redefining Strength: A Conversation on Men’s Health
Not through technology, accolades, or physical feats, but through the quiet courage of showing up as our truest selves. For too long, society applauded the loudest, boldest, strongest among us,
MHFAI and the Mental Health Commission of Canada partner to bring The Working Mind program to Australia
Mental Health First Aid International (MHFAI) and Opening Minds, an initiative off the Mental Health Commission of Canada (MHCC), are working together to bring The Working Mind (TWM) to Australia
Employee Wellness Beyond the Basics: Innovative Ideas for 2025 and Beyond
Explore the future of employee wellness. Learn how technology, mental health programs, and psychological safety are transforming workplaces in 2025 and beyond.
Hindsight Lessons: Why Mental Health Training Transformed Our Team
When we first introduced mental health training in our organization, I thought I understood its role. I assumed it was preventative—a safeguard we’d put in place “just in case.” Looking
Beyond Checklists: Embedding Psychological Health and Safety into Data-Driven Inclusion Strategies
Creating workplaces where people feel valued, respected, and mentally safe requires more than policies or training modules. It requires a shift from compliance to culture.
Identifying Burnout Early: Warning Signs Leaders Can’t Ignore
Learn how to spot the difference between stress and burnout, recognize warning signs leaders often miss, and apply burnout prevention steps like task re-allocation, resilience training, and employee mental health
Mental Health First Aid Is Not Bound by Office Walls. For Virtual Teams, It’s More Vital Than Ever
As HR professionals and team leaders, we’re used to responding to the needs of our people. We’ve built systems around onboarding, performance, development, and safety. But there’s one area where
Workplace Mental Health: Measuring Impact and Finding Gaps
Workplace mental health is a business priority. It affects productivity, retention, and overall performance. Employees who feel supported are healthier and more engaged. Organizations that ignore mental health in the
Why Certification Matters: Elevating Mental Health First Aid for the Moment We’re In
Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) in Canada now offers two training pathways—MHFA Certification and MHFA Essentials—to strengthen mental health support across individuals, organizations, and communities. Certification provides a nationally recognized,
5 Things I Wish Co-Workers Knew About Living With Mental Illness
Supporting mental health in the workplace starts with empathy and understanding. Mental health challenges are often invisible, but small actions, like using inclusive language, making space for honest conversations, and
When Stigma Gets Personal: A Reflection on Inner Barriers
Stigma isn’t just external — it can live inside us as self-stigma, the harsh beliefs we tell ourselves about needing help or struggling. Awareness is the first step to change.