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APWA - Alberta 2023 Conference

Date: Sunday May 28, 2023 - Thursday Jun 01, 2023
Location: Enoch, Alberta

Visit http://alberta.cpwa.net/ for more

Ergonomics Coaching & MSI Prevention - The Future of Ergonomics: Using New Technology to Aid in MSI Prevention

Date: Tuesday May 23, 2023
Time: 2:00-3:00 pm
Location: Online

In this webinar, Ali Golabchi will share insights about emerging technologies that can potentially help prevent MSIs. Promising innovations and technologies including exoskeletons, computer vision, wearables, and extended reality will be introduced, and adoption opportunities as well as barriers to adoption will be explored.

Learning Objectives

  • Attendees will be introduced to emerging technologies that can help prevent MSIs
  • The role of technology in addressing MSI challenges will be discussed
  • Lessons learned from evaluation and adoption of technologies will be shared through use cases
  • Barriers to adoption of technology for MSI prevention and potential solutions will be discussed

Agenda

  • Top innovations in MSI prevention
  • Industrial Exoskeletons 
  • Computer Vision and Wearables
  • Challenges in Tech Adoption
  • Q & A

Presented by AMHSA & EWI Works

Date: May 23, 2023

Time: 2:00-3:00 pm

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AMHSA AGM

Date: Friday May 12, 2023
Location: Online

AMHSA’s 2023 Annual General Meeting is May 12, 2023. Visit https://www.amhsa.net/2023agm for details.

Emergency Preparedness Week

Date: Sunday May 07, 2023 - Saturday May 13, 2023
Location: Canada

This May 7-13, 2023, is Emergency Preparedness Week, an annual national event supported by Public Safety Canada and emergency management organizations throughout the country. 

For additional information and resources related to Emergency Preparedness Week in Alberta, visit alberta.ca/emergency-preparedness-week.aspx.

Red Dress Day

Date: Friday May 05, 2023
Location: Canada

Did you know? May 5 is Red Dress Day - Métis artist Jaime Black helped inspire the red dress movement, where red dresses are hung from windows and trees to represent the pain and loss felt by survivors and loved ones of missing and murdered Indigenous women and girls. Visit https://www.alberta.ca/red-dress-day.aspx for information on events being held across Alberta.

SPARK: Information Webinar

Date: Tuesday May 02, 2023
Time: 9:00-10:00 am
Location: Online

Join us for a free webinar where Jesse Adams President and Founder of Ember Experience will share insights about the evolving municipal work environment and introduce SPARK. A product designed to support Alberta municipalities as they work to implement strategies, tools and resources for building psychologically safe workplaces.

Attendees of this session will:

  • Learn about the shifts to municipal work environment, leadership approaches and employee expectations.
  • Understand what the SPARK program is and how it can help their workplace.
  • Be able to ask questions about SPARK and other workplace challenges related to the employee experience.

Presented by AMHSA & the Ember Experience

Date: May 2, 2023

Time: 9:00-10:00 am

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Safety and Health Week

Date: Monday May 01, 2023 - Saturday May 06, 2023
Location: Online

Running May 1-6, 2023, Safety and Health Week is an ideal time for employers, employees, partners, and the public to focus on the importance of preventing injury and illness in the workplace, at home, and in the community.

Starting on May 1, you’re invited to join CCOHS for virtual activities to celebrate Safety and Health Week. Sign up for free, live, online sessions kicking off with the National Launch.

The week will continue with thought provoking sessions on psychological health and inclusion in the workplace and wrap up with a guided meditation. Let’s come together to learn how we can create safe, thriving workplaces and communities, visit www.safetyandhealthweek.ca.

Canadian Mental Health Week

Date: Monday May 01, 2023 - Sunday May 07, 2023
Location: Canada

May 1-7, 2023 is Canadian Mental Health Week! This year’s theme is #MyStory and aims to amplify some of the voices and spaces within which mental health exists across Canada. Visit cmha.ca for mental health resources, toolkits, and support.

The Government of Alberta’s OHS Resource Portal includes content related to psychosocial hazards and workplace mental health, click here to view.

Upcoming News & Events

Joint Northern and Southern Alberta Safety Council Meeting

Date: April 16, 2024
Time: 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Location: Hybrid/Town of Sylvan Lake

Join us April 16 from 10:00 am - 3:00 pm for the spring NASC/SASC meeting. The meeting will be presented in hybrid format, with options to attend online or in-person. 

Hosted by the Town of Sylvan Lake

Contact Shannon Thomas for details.

Ergonomics Coaching & MSI Prevention: MSI Prevention for Facilities, Parks, and Recreation Facility Employees

Date: April 18, 2024
Time: 2:00-3:00 pm
Location: Online

Facilities, parks, and recreation employees face different ergonomics challenges. In this webinar, Annie Barnwell of EWI Works will walk us through the challenges faced by recreation employees and discuss strategies for assessment, control, and prevention of musculoskeletal injury.

Visit our MSI Injury Reduction Website for resources.

Presented by AMHSA & EWI Works

Date: April 18, 2024
Time: 2:00 - 3:00 pm

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AARFP Conference & Trade Show

Date: April 21, 2024 - April 24, 2024
Location: Lethbridge, Alberta

The Alberta Association of Recreation Facility Personnel (AARFP) is delighted to host the 45th Annual Conference and Trade Show, The Bridge To Recreation.

Recreation is more important than ever, the role it plays in the lives of individuals, communities and its ability to bridge the differences between people, cultures and communities. What better way than to build upon the current skills and tools you have, then through a conference of like-minded individuals who are also looking to connect and learn. This year’s conference program gives you the opportunity to learn and share from others who face similar challenges, successes, as well as learn from the experts who have bridged the gaps.

With over 30 education sessions, numerous tradeshow exhibitors, inspiring keynote speakers and opportunities to network. Recreation professionals will take away information that will help them bridge the gaps in recreation, collaborate with community members and inspire positive changes.  

The conference will be held in Lethbridge, AB on April 21-24, 2024, with attendance by 250-300 delegates in recreation operations from all over Alberta and a few from British Columbia, Saskatchewan, and the Northwest Territories.

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National Day of Mourning

Date: April 28, 2024
Location: Canada

The National Day of Mourning is not only a day to remember and honour those lives lost or injured due to a workplace tragedy, but also a day to collectively renew our commitment to improve health and safety in the workplace and prevent further injuries, illnesses and deaths.

For more information, visit https://www.ccohs.ca/events/mourning/