Communications toolkit for employers of men in trades: Poster

How to use poster

Download and print this poster on your printer, or use a printing service. Download the digital format to display on a digital screen.

Distribute and display at:

• jobsite
• office
• building
• common meeting areas

The poster includes:

• information about substance use and addiction in trades
• messages about reaching out
• what you can do to help
• where to go to learn more

Poster text

It takes strength to ask for help.

Men working in trades are more impacted by substance use and addiction.

• 3 out of 4 opioid-related deaths are among men
• Working in trades can come with pain, injury and stress
• Some may use substances to cope
• Some may avoid asking for help and risk being judged

See how you can help or get help at Canada.ca/Ease-The-Burden