Tag Archives: Promotion

Mental Health Matters – Fight the Stigma

Combating stigma related to mental illness starts with how we use language – something that continuously evolves. In our organizations, we must be aware of any outdated language being used. Everyone can be a champion against stigma when practicing the use of appropriate and respectful language. So, as you communicate with others, be mindful that […]

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Let’s Talk Anxiety

In Canada, every 1 out of 5 youth who need mental health services receives them. This is a clear indication that there is a critical need for youth to receive mental health information. There is a great need to eliminate the stereotypes and stigma around mental health, making it even more important to educate our […]

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Can Suicide Be Considered “Work Related?”…..Of Course It Can

In August of last year, a Saskatchewan man took his own life.  That event in itself is a tragedy, but learning that it was attributed, in part, to his workplace, makes it all the more tragic.  The Saskatchewan Workers’ Compensation Board made a ground-breaking decision when they said there was sufficient information to attribute his […]

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