We remember and honour those who have been injured, made ill or killed while on the job due to workplace hazards or incidents.
This year’s theme is “Preventing and Responding to Violence-Related Incidents in the Workplace.”
Every year millions of Canadians suffer RSIs and musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) that seriously impact their quality of life. We need to raise awareness so these injuries can be prevented.
On December 6, we observe the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women. The day marks the anniversary of the 1989 murders of 14 women at l’École Polytechnique de Montréal, who were killed because of their gender.
In Canada, Mental Health Awareness Week (October 1-7) is a time to raise awareness and educate the public about the reality of mental illness. This week coincides with World Mental Health Day on October 10.
The Ontario Nurses’ Association (ONA) is celebrating an announcement by the provincial government that nurses will be included in Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) legislation.