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lisa@safecarebc.ca

May 17
2023

WorkSafeBC sponsors Hearts and Hands 2023

We are pleased to announce that WorkSafeBC is again supporting the Hearts and Hands conference, as our Founding Partner. We are appreciative of WorkSafe’s long-time support of this event. Recognizing […]

May 10
2023

We asked and you answered – thank you for taking our member survey

We asked you to tell us what you think, and you did. More than 1,000 people responded to our annual member. Thank you. Your feedback helps us understand the health […]

Apr 26
2023

Breaking Point: The Impact of Workplace Stress on Healthcare Workers

All of us have experienced stress at one time or another. Stress is ubiquitous, impacting many areas of our lives in both good and unhealthy ways. Good stress is the […]

Apr 12
2023

Go ahead, tell us what you think! SafeCare BC’s annual member survey launches today.

SafeCare BC is your health and safety association. We want to know the health and safety issues important to you, so we can create educational programs, tools, and resources that […]

Apr 06
2023

Changes in visitation guidelines in long-term care

Following today’s announcement, the Ministry of Health has rescinded Public Health Orders regarding masking, screening, and vaccination for long-term care and assisted living visitors and masking for staff in long-term care […]

Mar 30
2023

SafeCare BC welcomes seven new Board members to enhance safer workplaces in long-term and community care in British Columbia

SafeCare BC is pleased to announce the addition of seven new board members who will bring a wealth of experience and knowledge to the organization. The new members bring a […]

Mar 30
2023

Safety Den’s deadline has been extended to April 14

The deadline for Safety Den has been extended to April 14. That means you have more time to submit your health and safety ideas—and enter for a chance to win […]

Mar 29
2023

The Cost of Fatigue: How Sleep Deprivation Affects Mental Health in the Workplace

Sleep is an essential part of our daily lives, allowing our bodies to rest and recover from the stressors of everyday life. It is crucial for both our physical and […]

Mar 28
2023

“Innovation is Key” and interview with Alison Marshal and Susan Sonmor – Safety Den 2022 Winners

  Alison Marshal and Susan Sonmor of Sideny Care Home made a big splash with their Sailing for Safety initiative at last year’s Safety Den. The submission impressed the Safety […]

Mar 22
2023

SafeCare BC CEO Saleema Dhalla has been appointed to the SWITCH BC Board of Directors

We are excited to share that Saleema Dhalla, CEO of SafeCare BC, has been appointed as the Affiliate Representative on the Board of Directors for SWITCH BC by the Healthcare […]

Mar 16
2023

Free webinar | Safe Resident Handling: Not all controls are created equal

As part of the 12 Months of Safety topic for March—MSI Prevention and Ergonomics—we’re inviting you to join us on Tuesday, March 28 from 2 – 3 p.m. for a […]

Mar 08
2023

You’re invited to SafeCare BC’s Annual General Meeting

The SafeCare BC Annual General Meeting will take place on March 30 at the Shadbolt Centre for the Arts in Burnaby. All SafeCare BC members are invited to attend this […]