The Trusted Leader Blog

Welcome to the Trusted Leader Blog: a space for forward-thinking individuals to hear from industry experts on emerging issues.

We seek to empower leaders by providing insights and information that will inspire positive change within their organizations and communities. With a variety of contributors, the ideas and experiences shared make this a rich resource for creating healthy, psychologically safe, engaged and inclusive workplaces.

Health & Safety Culture

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Improving Worker Health And Safety With AI Technology

Is your organization embracing the use of AI for occupational health and safety? This was the question that the Institute for Work and Health (IWH)...

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Preparing for the Worst: A Response Plan for Code Black Events

In Occupational Health and Safety (OHS), the term Code Black is used to designate a serious security threat in the workplace, such as an active...

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Identify And Prevent Workplace Psychological Hazards In Five Easy Steps

Psychological Health and Safety (PHS) programs are more than policies. They are the foundation for creating workplaces where every employee feels...

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A guide for managing chronic mental stress claims

Many employers find differentiating traumatic mental stress from chronic mental stress to be challenging. To provide clarity and assist leaders in...

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Rising retail theft and violence: How to protect your business, team and customers

The Businesses in all communities across Canada have seen a significant rise in violent and organized crime. This activity extends beyond dash and...

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Safe Work

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The Positive Impact of Safety on the Employee Experience

Whether in-person in a physical location, working remotely or hybrid, on the road or on a worksite, employees have common needs when it comes to...

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How to Optimize Your Business’ Workplace Mental Health Investments

A Deloitte Canada report suggests the median annual return on investment for workplace mental health programs is $1.62 for every dollar invested....

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The Power of Seeking Help: Why Strong Leaders Embrace Support

Knowing when to seek help is a hallmark of strong leadership. If we deny ourselves support when it is needed, we run the risk of experiencing...

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Electric Vehicles Introduce New Hazards for Automotive Businesses

In the last four years, automotive and battery makers have announced more than $31 billion in investments in electric vehicle manufacturing in...

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How To Build a Trauma-Informed Workplace Culture

Violence and harassment, including uncivil, disrespectful, and abusive conduct, are on the rise in Canadian workplaces. We don’t have to wait until...

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