The latest Thompson Okanagan tourism industry news from TOTA, tourism businesses, and communities.
This free training from the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) BC Division informs participants on how to create and foster a psychologically healthy & safe workplace. C.A.R.E. is an acronym that means Caring and Respectful Employer.
Read Morego2HR’s new Workplace Learning Coaches are ready to engage with employers and available at no cost.
The coaches act as mental wellness “concierges” who offer personalized, one-on-one support addressing stress, burnout, isolation, uncertainty about the future, and other concerns.
The coaches also work with supervisors and employers to establish a foundation of psychological safety in the workplace and create an environment that enhances connection, productivity and retention.
Funded by a grant from the Ministry of Mental Health and Addictions, CMHA BC Division has rigorously trained the coaches.
Connect with Rachel Udy, Thompson Okanagan Learning Coach →
Read MoreThe Canadian Mental Health Association BC Chapter (CMHA BC) and go2HR have partnered on a new initiative to raise the awareness of mental health and wellness in the tourism and hospitality industry. As they continue prioritizing mental health and workplace wellness in 2022, go2HR encourages you to register for a new course in partnership with CMHA BC.
'Primary Concerns by Not 9 to 5' is a free online course that can help you maintain your mental health. It can also serve as a guide if you're holding space to care for another person experiencing an emotional or mental crisis.
Some of the things you'll learn:
Recognize the signs of mental health challenges and provide help to prevent or avoid crises Improve one's mental health
Support the creation of a psychologically safe workplace
The Canadian Mental Health Association BC Chapter (CMHA BC) and go2HR have partnered on a new initiative to raise the awareness of mental health and wellness in the tourism and hospitality industry.
The most recent Safety Talk introduces the topic of Mental Health Awareness in the Workplace, including videos and print outs on what it is, why it matters, risks to mental health at work, and tips for wellness.
Read MoreSmoke, evacuations, loss, worry—BC’s floods and wildfires affect us all. If you are feeling stressed or anxious, you are not alone. The Canadian Mental Health Association has outlined some helpful steps and resources.
Read MoreOur work environment has shifted over the past 19 months – whether new hours, new responsibilities or working remotely. Rather than letting the stress take over, you can control how you respond. Visit BC’s Hub for Workplace Mental Health to learn how to cope and prioritize your mental health.
Read Morego2HR is seeking a Workplace Learning Coach: Psychological Health & Safety for the tourism and hospitality industry to join the go2HR team. This new position has been created in partnership between go2HR and the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) BC to help provide mental health support, resources and training specifically for tourism and hospitality employees across BC.
Read MoreWhen employees struggle to manage difficult guests or personal situations outside of work, it can negatively impact their mental health in the workplace. As a manager, responding to employee concerns in a crisis can be very challenging. Fortunately, there are steps you can take to support them.
In this webinar recording by go2HR and the Canadian Mental Health Association, hosted the BC Tourism Resiliency Network, learn how tourism business managers can support employees in difficult times.
This webinar includes practical information and resources on:
How to support employees when faced with difficult guest situations
How to respond when an employee approaches you in crisis
When to bring in additional help
The importance of offering choices to employees as they cope
The Canadian Mental Health Association BC Division has compiled resources related to coping from stress from natural disasters, including helpful actions to take, emergency preparedness planning, health and mental health, and direct help.
Read MoreThe Thompson Okanagan Tourism Association (TOTA) signed a formal agreement with the Canadian Mental Health Association, Kelowna & District branch (CMHA Kelowna) and Thoughtfull Workplace Wellness Strategies. As an extension to TOTA's industry resiliency efforts, planned collaborative initiatives aim to mitigate the repercussions of the COVID-19 pandemic on the mental well-being of tourism business operators and workers.
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