In this session, Dr. Spetch will give an overview of WorkSafeBC’s Enterprise Mental Health Strategy which launched in September 2023. WorkSafeBC’s Mental Health Strategy sets out where we are now with psychological health and safety in B.C.’s workplaces and where we aim to be over the next few years. You will learn about key initiatives and gain an understanding of the five focus areas of the strategy:

1. Bring a greater focus on prevention of psychological injuries
2. Engage proactively with workers and employers
3. Partner proactively with supporting organizations, agencies, and providers
4. Provide evidence-informed treatment and resources when psychological injuries occur
5. Be a visible leader as an employer