Employee Resources
What is Psychological Health
Psychological health is the ability to think, feel, and behave in ways that support personal well-being, resilience, healthy relationships and meaningful participation in daily life, work, and community.
It exists on a continuum and is influenced by personal, social, cultural, environmental and structural factors that contribute to overall quality of life.
What is Psychological Safety
Psychological safety is a workplace condition in which employees feel safe to speak up, contribute openly, learn from mistakes, and express concerns without fear of negative repercussions, while also being protected from avoidable psychological harm or injury.
What is Psychological Health & Safety
A psychologically healthy and safe workplace is one that promotes employees’ psychological well-being and takes proactive steps to prevent psychological harm.
Additional Resources for Definitions
Government of Canada: Psychological Health in the Workplace
Guarding Minds at Work: What is psychological health and safety
Workers’ Compensation Board of Nova Scotia: Psychological health and safety definitions
The 13 psychosocial factors influence employee well-being, mental health, and psychological health and safety.
Explore the resources below to learn more !
Ottawa Public Health: Have That Talk Video Series
Watch engaging videos that explore each of the 13 psychosocial factors and their impact on workplace mental health.
Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS)
Learn the definition of each psychosocial factor, why it matters, and the potential impacts when it is absent from the workplace.
Mental Health Commission of Canada (MHCC) : Health Care Workers
Are you a healthcare worker? Learn about the 2 additional psychosocial factors that influence psychological health and safety in healthcare settings.
Being informed about your rights, responsibilities and supports is an important step toward promoting workplace well-being
Explore the resources below !
Government of Ontario: Mental health in the workplace
Learn about your rights and responsibilities related to workplace mental health, including protections against discrimination, the duty to accommodate mental health disabilities, and available workplace health and safety supports.
Occupational Health Clinics for Ontario Workers Inc (OHCOW) : Mental Injury Toolkit
Review the “What Are My Rights and Legal Protections?” section for detailed information on worker rights, legal protections and workplace accommodations.
Government of Canada: Psychological Health in the Workplace
Explore the sections on legislative requirements (COHSR Part XIX) and practical strategies to better understand how you can support well-being and advocate for a healthy workplace.
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Explore training that supports psychological health and safety
Free Trainings
CCOHS: Psychological Health and Safety Awareness
Explore the fundamentals of psychological health and safety and learn how to support a healthier workplace.
Online Duration – 20 minutes
CCOHS: Being a Mindful Employee
Identify how to support yourself and colleagues by gaining a deeper understanding of the 13 psychosocial factors from the National Standard of Canada for Psychological Health and Safety in the Workplace.
Online Duration – 1.5 Hours
CCOHS: Reducing Mental Health Stigma in the Workplace
Discover how language and attitudes can impact mental health, and gain practical strategies to support colleagues and reduce stigma.
Online Duration – 30 minutes
Paid Trainings
Opening Minds: Introduction to Psychological Health and Safety
A comprehensive introduction to Psychological Health and Safety (PHS) that distinguishes PHS from general mental well-being initiatives. Ideal for employees interested in building expertise and supporting workplace psychological health and safety efforts.
In Person Duration – 1/2 day (4 Hours)
Opening Minds: Mental Health First Aid (MHFA)
Recommended for employees seeking to strengthen their mental health knowledge and support skills. MHFA is available in Certification, Essentials, and Community-Based streams, ranging from introductory learning to nationally recognized certification.
In Person Duration – 6 to 12 Hours depending on the training chosen
Looking for more? Explore our additional resources for further learning and support.
Workplace Safety & Prevention Services: Mental Health & Employee Wellbeing
An employee mental health and wellbeing resource hub offering access to articles, videos, blogs and other resources on a variety of topics.
Workplace Strategies for Mental Health: 2009 Working Through It
A series of employee stories and practical tools that support mental health awareness, resilience, and help-seeking in the workplace.
Workplace Strategies for Mental Health: Resources for Employees
A collection of evidence- and practice-based, easy to use tools and resource to support employee mental health and psychological safety.