Mental health is often pushed aside in a physically-demanding field of work like construction. High stress, long hours, and a relentless pace can contribute to issues like depression and anxiety. But it doesn’t have to be that way. First, remember that it’s okay...
In this episode, ICBA’s Jordan Bateman and Kerry Vital apologize for the lack of Training Thursdays in July and highlight the success of the ICBA Open golf event, which raised $30,000 for apprenticeship bursaries. They also talk about an upcoming virtual information...
HeroWork is a charity that transforms other charities by renovating their buildings through BIG community events they call Radical Renovations. These events are like a modern-day barn raising with dozens of companies and hundreds of volunteers coming together to...
Recently, I was looking through research on the Mental Health Commission of Canada’s website, and came across this men’s mental health statistic I had never seen before: “New fathers are susceptible to paternal postpartum depression. While up to 10% of men experienced...
News out of Ottawa is that the long-awaited 9-8-8 Suicide Crisis Line will launch in November—with $156 million in funding over three years. This is the culmination of work by Cariboo-Prince George MP Todd Doherty. Todd was 14 years old when his best friend died by...
Congratulations to the thousands of men and women who made this nation-building project possible! You have literally built Canadian prosperity!TMX: Now up and running!#get2yes#got2yesTrans Mountain Announces Milestones of Commercial Service for Expanded System.Read more ➡️ ow.ly/RczE50RtqeS... See MoreSee Less
WELLNESS WEDNESDAY #148: Suicide PreventionThis month at ICBA Wellness, we’re looking at suicide prevention – ways to help both ourselves and others, and to connect to important services at the moment of need.In the past year, Canada took a giant leap forward with the launch of 9-8-8, a national suicide crisis hotline, staffed 24-7 (we’ve written about the genesis of 9-8-8, and the work of MP Todd Doherty before).But it often still takes a friend or loved one noticing a sign or a comment or a vibe or a feeling that something isn’t right – and then saying something. Some of the signs that experts say to watch out for:• Talking about wanting to die, great guilt or shame, or being a burden to others• Feeling empty, hopeless, trapped, or having no reason to live, extremely sad, more anxious, agitated, or full of rage, or being in unbearable emotional or physical pain• Changing behavior, such as making a plan or researching ways to die, withdrawing from friends, saying goodbye, giving away important items, making a will, taking dangerous risks, displaying extreme mood swings, eating or sleeping more or less, or using drugs or alcohol more often.For each other’s sakes, let’s keep our eyes and ears open. Each week, ICBA’s Jordan Bateman reflects on what we’ve learned as we participate in ICBA’s Workplace Wellness Program. ICBA’s Workplace Wellness Program is helping more than 100 companies and more than 10,000 construction professionals better understand mental health. This program is free for all ICBA members – check out icba.ca/wellness for details. ... See MoreSee Less
Thanks Epscan Industries Ltd.!At Epscan, we understand that managing finances can be challenging, whether it's navigating through times of having extra cash or figuring out the tight spots. That's why we're excited to highlight the fantastic resources available through our friends at ICBA - Independent Contractors and Businesses Association.They've teamed up with the Credit Counseling Society to offer a comprehensive suite of courses designed to provide practical, real-life financial guidance.Whether you're planning for a vacation, gearing up for future purchases, thinking about retirement or home ownership, dealing with inflation, using credit wisely, managing debt, or setting a budget - ICBA's courses are tailored to help those in the construction industry and related fields enhance their financial understanding.Expand your knowledge and improve your life. Connect with ICBA for valuable information that makes financial sense. It’s a great way to take charge of your financial health and ensure a secure future.#ICBA #bluecollar #construction #livebetter #retirewell #gratitude #learn #money #moneymatters #NoMoreDebt #earntolearn #creditcounseling ... See MoreSee Less
Today, on this Day of Mourning, we pause to honour the lives of those that have been injured or lost their lives to workplace injury or disease in B.C.And we re-commit ourselves to making sure we do everything we can to protect workers. ... See MoreSee Less
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