Canada’s Healthy Workplace Month
Every October, Canada’s Healthy Workplace Month (CHWM) highlights the importance of practicing workplace habits that promote a healthy mind, body, and organizational culture.
In line with this year’s theme, “Together for a Better Workplace” the Defence Team is leveraging this opportunity to discuss mental health in the workplace.
Join the discussion and participate in offerings such as speakers, workout classes, and weekly challenges, by registering here.
Activities and Events
Check out the calendar of events to help you keep track of what’s happening across Defence for Canada’s Healthy Workplace Month.
Date |
Details |
October 6, 2022 12:00-12:45 PM EST |
High-Intensity Interval Training (HITT) Workout Class This 45 minute workout will focus on muscular endurance! We will get the heart rate up while putting your muscles to the test. Scaling options will be available. Click here for more information and to register. (You are now leaving Canada.ca, for internal audiences only) |
October 13, 2022 12:00-12:45 PM EST |
Mobility Workout Class This 45 minute workout will focus on yoga flow and will include 3-4 sequences that will challenge your stability and mobility! Click here for more information and to register. (You are now leaving Canada.ca, for internal audiences only) |
October 18, 2022 1:00-2:30 PM EST |
The Science Behind Self-Care and Positive Experiences Click here for more information and to register. (You are now leaving Canada.ca, for internal audiences only) |
October 20, 2022 9:00-1:00 PM EST |
Workout Marathon Catch up to 5 workout classes, each 45 minutes, including metabolic conditioning, yoga flow, kickboxing, a hero workout and full body dynamic and static stretching! Click here for more information and to register. (You are now leaving Canada.ca, for internal audiences only) |
October 25, 2022 1:00-2:30 PM EST |
Creating Meaningful Connections At Work Click here for more information and to register. (You are now leaving Canada.ca, for internal audiences only) |
October 27, 2022 12:00-12:45 PM EST |
Kickboxing Workout Class This 45 minute workout focuses on various kicking and punching combinations that are sure to challenge your coordination and agility. It will leave you sweating and smiling! Click here for more information and to register. (You are now leaving Canada.ca, for internal audiences only) |
October 6, 13, 20, 27, 2022 |
No Talk Thursday |
Additional Resources
Defence Team members can access a variety of resources and information to help maintain and improve our mental health and overall personal well-being.
Information: Get Support
If you are in need of urgent help, you can call the Employee Assistance Program Line at 1-800-268-7708. They are available to offer support 24/7.
For CAF members and their family, you can call the Member Assistance Program at 1-800-268-7708. If your family members are in need of support and resources, they can reach out to the Family Information Line at 1-800-866-4546.
Related links
- Canada’s Healthy Workplace Month
- Defence Team Total Health and Wellness Strategy
- Organizational Well-Being SharePoint
- Health, support and casualty services
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