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Loneliness and Isolation – Negative Impact on Health

Before the pandemic, going to the office, taking a walk, getting some fresh air, being in contact with people were all things I took for granted. I never thought that one day this would no longer be. It was all...

April 30, 2021

Day of Mourning — Memorial for Colin Toner

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Day of Mourning — Memorial for Colin Toner

Every year on April 28th, Canada marks a National Day of Mourning to honour workers who have died or were injured on the job. This year, we decided to write an article to commemorate Colin Toner. His story is a...

April 28, 2021

Domestic Violence — The Pandemic in the Shadows

Health and safety

Domestic Violence — The Pandemic in the Shadows

Over the past year, many events have taken place, affecting the lives of Canadians. There have been government measures implemented, restrictions imposed, curfews and more. Some have talked about a pandemic in the shadows. What is that? According to a...

March 17, 2021

Transportation Safety Management Systems – Still not right

Health and safety

Transportation Safety Management Systems – Still not right

A little more than 10 years ago, UCTE presented its white paper SMS: What’s not right , which outlined the concerns our members had as safety management systems (SMS) were being implemented across every mode of transportation. A little more...

March 15, 2021

Health and safety

Pink Shirt Day – Anti-Bullying Day

Inspired by an act of solidarity by some Nova Scotia teens to support a young student who was bullied for wearing a pink shirt to school, Pink Shirt Day is a day to raise awareness of bullying and its consequences....

February 24, 2021

Harassment and Violence in the Work Place – Changes in force as of January 1, 2021

Health and safety

Harassment and Violence in the Work Place – Changes in force as of January 1, 2021

On January 1, 2021, Part XX –Violence Prevention in the Work Place of the Canada Occupational Health and Safety Regulations (COHSR)[1] will be replaced by Work Place Harassment and Violence Prevention Regulations (WHVPR or the Regulations)[2]. Bill C-65 was introduced in...

December 29, 2020

Trent-Severn Waterways –Work refusal results in improved OHS

COVID-19 Health and safety

Trent-Severn Waterways –Work refusal results in improved OHS

The Trent-Severn Waterway is a national historic canal operated by Parks Canada. Located in Ontario, it covers more than 380 kms, has 44 locks and over 150 dams. And like other canals, this waterway is a popular destination for recreational...

November 30, 2020

International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women – UNiTE

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International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women – UNiTE

This year, for the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, we want to encourage the campaign which the United Nations launched, “UNiTE” 2020: 2020 global theme: “Orange the World: Fund, Respond, Prevent, Collect! ” Several movements have...

November 25, 2020

Assistance to air travel sector announcement results in cautious optimism

COVID-19 Health and safety

Assistance to air travel sector announcement results in cautious optimism

On Sunday November 8, 2020, Minister Marc Garneau, Minister of Transportation, released a statement advising of an assistance package for airlines, airports and the aerospace sector. Although this announcement is positive, it was short on details about what exactly the...

November 9, 2020

Criminalize Conversion Therapy-related conduct in Canada

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Criminalize Conversion Therapy-related conduct in Canada

October 1, 2020 The Federal Government reintroduces legislation to criminalize Conversion Therapy-related conduct in Canada. “Conversion Therapy is a cruel practice that can lead to life-long trauma, particularly for young people. Our Government remains steadfast in our commitment to protecting...

October 13, 2020