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  Workplace Bulletin: Labour Program - Human Resources and Social Development Canada
The Workplace Bulletin keeps you apprised of ongoing developments and provides access to timely customized information on industrial relations and collective bargaining in Canada. You can be updated on topics such as: negotiated wage data, benefits, working conditions, work stoppages, labour organizations, union membership, innovative workplace practices, labour standards, occupational safety and health, labour management partnerships, employment equity, and international and intergovernmental labour affairs.
 
  Accident Prevention Association of Manitoba
The objectives and purpose of the Association are to devise ways and means of improving accident prevention methods and education; to function as a body from which accident prevention information may be disseminated; and to co-operate with other organizations in accident prevention and occupational health and safety.
 
  Alberta Boilers Safety Association
Alberta Boilers Safety Association is responsible for the administration and delivery of safety programs related to boilers and pressure vessels in Alberta.
 
  Alberta Centre for Injury Control and Research
The Alberta Centre for Injury Control & Research (ACICR) is a provincial organization committed to advancing the impact of prevention, emergency response, treatment and rehabilitation of injuries in Alberta.
 
  Alberta Construction Safety Association
The mission of the Alberta Construction Safety Association is to provide 'quality advice' to the construction employers and employees that will lead to reduced human and financial costs associated with incidents in the construction industry. The site describes the Association, provides access to the current issue of its newsletter, describes courses, and publications.
 
  Alberta Elevating Devices and Amusement Rides Safety Association
Alberta Elevating Devices and Amusement Rides Safety Association was delegated by the Province of Alberta in May of 1996 to administer specified safety services in accord with regulations make under Alberta's Safety Codes Act pertaining to elevators, escalators, dumbwaiters, freight platform lifts, manlifts, personnel hoists, lifts for persons with physical disabilities and amusement rides.
 
  Alberta Employment, Immigration and Industry (AEII)
The mission of AEII is to contribute to Alberta's economic prosperity and productivity by providing information and services to support the development of a skilled and productive labour force; fostering fair, safe, healthy and productive workplaces, and helping improve the well being of Albertan's.
 
  Alberta Employment, Immigration and Industry: Approved Training Courses
Alberta Occupational Health and Safety legislation requires training programs for these activities must be approved by AEII, Workplace Health and Safety. AEII approved training courses include: Asbestos Worker Training; Audiometric Technician Training; Explosives Safety Training and Blaster’s Permit; First Aid Training; Pulmonary Function Training.
 
  Alberta Farm Safety Centre
The Alberta Farm Safety Centre promotes safe agricultural practices based on concern for the welfare of individuals, families and communities. To this end, educational materials, workshops, displays, and events are developed that involve people on-site and throughout Alberta.
 
  Alberta Hotel Safety Association
The Alberta Hotel Safety Association is a not-for-profit organization, established in 1999, to assist hotels and motels in the implementation of health and safety programs. Our purpose is to reduce injuries and claims by increasing awareness and responsibility of health & safety within the industry.
 
  Alberta Injured Workers' Society
The Alberta Injured Workers' Society is a registered non-profit society. This organization works to represent workers in dealing with the Alberta Workers Compensation Board. All work is done on a volunteer basis and they do not receive funding from any level of government.
 
  Alberta Labour Relations Board
The mission of the Alberta Labour Relations Board is to administer, interpret and enforce Alberta's collective bargaining laws in an impartial, knowledgeable, efficient, timely and consistent way.
 
  Alberta Municipal Health and Safety Association
The Alberta Municipal Health and Safety Association is a non-profit association. The mandate is to help Alberta municipalities manage health and safety for their staff, so that the risk of injuries is reduced, as are the associated costs. They offer training to municipal employers, managers, supervisors, workers and councilors on a wide variety of workplace health and safety topics.
 
  Alberta Occupational Health and Safety Audio Visual Collection
This extensive collection covers all aspects of workplace health and safety. Videos and DDS can be used to enhance safety meetings or for specific safety training. The Alberta Government Library Audio Visual collection consists of audio visual material from Canadian, American, British and other sources. Although some of these videos are based on legislation in jurisdictions other than Alberta, the effectiveness of the material is rarely diminished. The Audio Visual Service is part of the Labour Building Site Library which provides information and publications on occupational health and safety issues to Alberta's.
 
  Alberta Occupational Health Nurses Association
Alberta Occupational Health Nurses Association (AOHNA) is a non-profit organization representing the occupational health nurses working in Alberta.
 
  Alberta Safety Council
The Alberta Safety Council is a non-government, not-for-profit organization that is committed to professional, proactive, and effective safety training.
 
  Alberta Workplace Health and Safety
Alberta Workplace Health and Safety is the primary government department responsible for administering workplace health and safety in Alberta. "Our priorities are clearly focused on breaking down barriers for all Alberta's so they can achieve greater independence in a workplace climate that promotes innovation, productivity, and worker safety."
 
  Alberta Workplace Health and Safety "Ask an Expert"
Alberta government site and if you have a question or concern about workplace health and safety, or would like to report unsafe working conditions, please complete and submit the form below. Experts can provide one, free of charge, with information on; how to identify and control workplace hazards; the Partnerships in Health and Safety programs; the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Regulation and Code and how to get an Occupational Health and Safety Officer to visit your worksheet.
 
  Algonquin College: Occupational Safety and Health Certificate Program
This program provides students with solid training in the required practices of occupational safety and health. In addition to providing the fundamentals, the program includes a management component that gives students the know-how to oversee workplace safety programs and offer solutions.
 
  American Industrial Hygiene Association: Alberta Section
The purpose of the site is to provide information on a variety of issues for both the membership and the public at large. The Local Section is open to anyone interested in, or the promotion of, the field of industrial hygiene in the province of Alberta.
 
  American Industrial Hygiene Association: Atlantic Provinces Section
Provides information about Chapter activities including: workshop, membership, area job posting etc.
 
  American Industrial Hygiene Association: British Columbia and Yukon Section
A local section of the AIHA whose purpose is to unite industrial hygienists and safety practitioners who work for consulting firms, private and public corporations, many branches of government, Universities and WorkSafeBC.
 
  Appeal Commission: Workers Compensation Act of Manitoba
The Mission is to ensure workers and employers continue to receive a full and impartial hearing of appeals in accordance with the rules of natural justice and that decisions by the Appeal Commission are a fair reflection of the facts of the case and the governing legislation.
 
  Appeals Commission for Alberta Workers' Compensation
A transparent, open and accessible appeals process is one part of an effective workers' compensation system. Clear communication and easily accessible information are essential elements of the appeals process. This web site is one way to ensure that accurate, up-to-date information is available in a format that is easy to find and use.
 
  Appeals Tribunal: Workplace Health and Safety Compensation Commission (New Brunswick)
The Appeals Tribunal, under the legislative authority of the Workplace Health, Safety and Compensation Commission Act, the Workers' Compensation Act and the Occupational Health and Safety Act is mandated to hear appeals. At arm's length from the WHISK, the Appeals Tribunal is a quasi-judicial administrative tribunal, which respects the rules of natural justice. If a worker, their dependent or an employer is dissatisfied with a decision made by the Workplace Health, Safety and Compensation Commission, they can appeal it through the Appeals Tribunal.
 
  Association for the Health and Safety in the Workplace, Social Affairs Sector
The ASSTSAS is a joint sector-based association dedicated exclusively to occupational health and safety prevention in the health and social services sector.
 
  Association of Canadian Ergonomists
The Association of Canadian Ergonomists (ACE) is an association of persons who have human factors/ergonomics interests, be they research workers seeking to expand knowledge in the field, practitioners endeavouring to apply existing knowledge, or members of the public and clients in need of human factors/ergonomics expertise and services.
 
  Association of Canadian Ergonomists: Directory of Consultants
This directory of consultants includes contact name and address, a biography of the consultant plus a description of services, area(s) of expertise and language proficiency. Since listings contained herein have been compiled from information submitted directly from the consultants, no guarantee can be made by ACE as to their absolute correctness or completeness.
 
  Association of Electrical Utilities Safety Professionals of Ontario
This site is a tool to provide the Safety Professional with the latest in ASP Policies, Procedures, Safe Work Practices, Training Information, Forms, Reports and Occupational Health & Safety News including new legislative material as it becomes available. Loss control responsibilities must satisfy Legislative requirements including the responsibilities of the Health & Safety Professional to adequately meet the utility needs and to train Supervisors and other Management personnel in the application of the law.
 
  Association of Labour Relations Agencies
ALA is an association of impartial government agencies in the United States and Canada responsible for administering labor-management relations laws or services.
 
  Association of Safety and Health Consultants Inc.
This New Brunswick association brings the wider health and safety professions together. It is the first Canadian agency to accomplish this feat. They are raising the bar of professional health and safety practice in New Brunswick and across Canada.
 
  Association of Workers' Compensation Boards of Canada
AWCBC was formed to facilitate the exchange of information among Workers' Compensation Boards and Commissions in Canada. The mission of the association is to achieve excellence through data analysis, shared knowledge, education and networking.
 
  Association paritaire pour la santé et la sécurité du travail : secteur textiles et de la bonneterie (Préventex)
Préventex se veut le partenaire en prévention de tous les intervenants en santé et sécurité du travail des établissements du secteur textile et bonneterie au Québec. Ces derniers peuvent bénéficier de l'expertise et des compétences d'une équipe spécialisée et dynamique, constamment à l'écoute des gens qu'elle dessert et de ses pairs.
 
  Atlantic Provinces Occupational Health and Safety Consultants list
A database of occupational health and safety consultants that provide testing and consultation services in a wide range of fields.
 
  Atlantic Provinces Occupational Health and Safety Video Catalogue
The Occupational Health and Safety agencies in Nova Scotia, Newfoundland and Labrador have worked cooperatively to produce this OHS video database in an effort to make this educational material more readily available to all clients.
 
  Authorized First Aid Organizations under the Canada Occupational Health and Safety Regulations
The following organizations have submitted first aid course material that has been approved by the Minister of Labour in accordance with Part XVI of the Canada Occupational Health and Safety Regulations. These organizations, or companies authorized by these approved organizations, are approved to deliver first aid courses listed below. Users should consult the Canada Occupational Health and Safety Regulations, Part XVI, First Aid for information on the course category applicable to a specific workplace.
 
  BC Association for Crane Safety
This association promotes the development of an industry-driven crane operator qualification system in British Columbia. The association board has representation from various private bodies that have a stake in the development of that system. These representatives or stakeholders have been defined as those who either operate or own cranes.
 
  BC Forest Safety Council
The BC Forest Safety Council was founded in the fall of 2004 as a direct result of the work and recommendations of the Forest Safety Task Force. The Task Force had created a comprehensive strategy to dramatically improve the safety record of the BC Forest Sector, with a primary recommendation being to establish a permanent safety infrastructure. The Council's mandate is to work within the forest industry to eliminate fatalities and injuries. As a result of their participation in creating and maintaining improved health and safety programs, industry performance and output will be dramatically improved.
 
  BC Injury Research and Prevention Unit
To be a leader in the production and transfer of injury prevention knowledge and the integration of evidence-based injury prevention practices in the daily lives of those at risk, those who care for them and those with a mandate for public health and safety in British Columbia.
 
  BC Nurseline
BC NurseLine provides 24-hour, confidential health information and advice. Anywhere in the province, call BC NurseLine to speak to a registered nurse 24-hours or a pharmacist from 5 p.m. to 9 a.m. every day. Specially trained nurses answer questions about health topics and procedures, identify symptoms, and help you decide when to see a health professional. Information and referrals are also provided to other services.
 
  BC Occupational Health and Safety List of Education & Training Providers
The WCB of B.C. receives many calls from people requesting information about companies who provide training and consultation services on various workplace health and safety topics. In response, the WCB has prepared this list of B.C. Occupational Health and Safety
 
  BC Trucking Safety Council (BCTSC)
The BCTSC’s mandate includes consulting with the industry, developing measurable prevention interventions, and facilitating a Certificate of Recognition program for the trucking industry.
 
  Board of Registered Canadian Safety Professionals (BCRSP)
The Board of Canadian Registered Safety Professionals (BCRSP) is the registering body of choice for occupational health and safety professionals.
 
  Bringing Health to Work
Offers workplace health information, tools and resources to help employees, employers and practitioners participate in making workplaces healthy and safe.
 
  British Columbia Environmental & Occupational Health Research Network
BCEOHRN supports BC's environmental and occupational health researchers by building linkages to foster a new model of province-wide collaboration and communication that over time will generate ground-breaking knowledge.
 
  British Columbia Institute of Technology: Occupational Health and Safety Program
The primary goal of the BCIT Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S) Program is to equip students with the tools, resources, and technical skills they need for practicing effectively as OH&S generalists.
 
  British Columbia Institute of Technology: Occupational Health Nursing Program
This program provides the specialized body of knowledge, skills, and leadership abilities to practice at a beginning level in a wide variety of organizations. It offers experienced Registered Nurses either an Advanced Specialty Certificate in Occupational Health Nursing after completing 33 credits.
 
  British Columbia Municipal Safety Association
The British Columbia Municipal Safety Association is a non-profit society which provides a common focal point for the Occupational Health and Safety concerns in the Municipal environment. The purpose of the association is to identify, address and create learning opportunities on the safety issues which face their members.
 
  British Columbia Safety Authority
The British Columbia Safety Authority (BCSA) is a not for profit corporation that administers the service delivery components of the Safety Standards Act. The Authority delivers services which apply to work and products related to passenger ropeways, amusement devices, boilers and boiler systems, electrical equipment, elevating devices and passenger conveyors, gas systems and equipment, pressure vessels and piping, railways and refrigerator systems and equipment
 
  British Columbia Safety Council
A non-profit organization, helping business and individuals prevent injury through safety education. They strive to upgrade levels of safety in all - through training, education and advocacy.
 
  Bully Be Gone
Bully B Gone was created by, People Against Workplace Bullying Society, to support victims of workplace bullying in Nova Scotia. By creating this site it is the intent of the creators to educate victims and employers on how to deal with Bullying in the Workplace, and to pressure Government for legislation to protect employees.
 
  C6 Safety Association of Saskatchewan Inc.
The Association represents over 2500 businesses classified under the Workers' Compensation Board Class C, subcodes C61 and C62. They represent a wide scope of businesses — including car dealers, autobody shops, implement dealers, tire service and sales businesses, glass, transmission and other specialty shops.
 
  Calgary Regional Health Authority: Occupational Health and Safety Division
The Occupational Health and Safety division, Human Resources Service of the Calgary Health Region is committed to providing the leadership and coordination for activities which support the common goal of working together to prevent illness and injury from occurring in the workplace and fostering health promotion.
 
  Cambrian College: Occupational Health & Safety Certificate
This program helps to develop the appropriate knowledge and skills to assess the factors that affect the functions of workers and the workplace and to develop programs that will ensure a safe work environment. This program is intended for those people who are employed in a safety function, for those involved in occupational health and safety programming, and for members or future members of health and safety committees.
 
  Canada Appeals Office on Occupational Health and Safety
The mandate of the Appeals Office is to receive, hear and dispose of appeals of decisions [ss.129(7)] and directions [s.146] issued under the Canada Labour Code, Part II, in all sectors under federal jurisdiction, such as the Air, Rail, Marine and Oil and Gas sectors, the federal Public Service and businesses like road transportation, ferries, and grain elevators.
 
  Canada Employment and Immigration Union: Health and Safety Page
This section provides information aimed at developing these qualities and is directed at all CEIU members. The purpose of this site is to provide a starting point for members on their rights to a healthy and safe work place. It is in no way a substitute for training courses or the knowledge that comes from practical work on health and safety issues in your CEIU office.
 
  Canada Industrial Relations Board
The Canada Industrial Relations Board's mandate is to contribute to and promote effective industrial relations in any work, undertaking or business that falls within the authority of the Parliament of Canada.
 
  Canada Research Chair in Occupational Health and Wellness
The Government of Canada created a new permanent program to establish 2000 research professorships titled Canada Research Chairs. Canadian universities both nominate Canada Research Chairs and administer their funds. Each eligible degree-granting institution receives an allocation of Chairs. For each Chair, a university nominates a researcher whose work complements its strategic research plan and who meets the program's high standards.
 
  Canada Safety Council (CSC)
CSC is an independent national non-profit membership safety organization. The web site offers information about the organization its mission training programs publications and activities. CSC programs help the Canadian public prevent accidents and injuries by enhancing safety awareness.
 
  Canada's Chemicals Management Plan
Web site for the Canadian Federal government Chemicals Management Plan. The plan takes immediate action to regulate chemicals that are harmful to human health or the environment.
 
  Canada's Healthy Workplace Month (CHWM)
Canada's Healthy Workplace Month (CHWM) is designed to introduce workplace health to Canadian organizations and to support those who are already on the journey. CHWM is managed by the National Quality Institute (NQI) in collaboration with the Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS), and is presented by The Great-West Life Assurance Company.
 
  Canadian Agricultural Injury Surveillance Program
The Canadian Agricultural Injury Surveillance Program (CAISP) is a national program of the Canadian Agricultural Safety Association (CASA). CAISP was established in 1995 in response to the need for better information about fatal and hospitalized agricultural injuries. CAISP has partners in each of the ten Canadian provinces. It is coordinated from a national office at Queen's University in Kingston, Ontario.
 
  Canadian Agricultural Safety Association
CASA was established in 1993 in response to an identified need for a national farm safety networking and coordinating agency to address problems of illness, injuries and accidental death in farmers, their families and agricultural workers. Since then, its mission has been to improve the health and safety conditions of those that live, and or, work on Canadian farms.
 
  Canadian Association for Physicians for the Environment
CAPE is a group of physicians, allied health care practitioners and citizens committed to a healthy and sustainable environment. As an organization composed mostly of physicians, CAPE brings its health expertise to environmental issues and is an important voice for environmental health in Canada.
 
  Canadian Association for Research on Work and Health
To enhance and promote research on work health, safety, and well being in Canada and to advocate for research on how work and work environments can be altered to improve health, safety, and wellness among Canadians. The association also works to represent the community of occupational health researchers and facilitates collegial, scholarly links among researchers.
 
  Canadian Association of Administrators of Labour Legislation (CAALL)
Established in 1938, CAALL is an association of federal-provincial-territorial departments of labour and heads of occupational safety and health agencies. It provides a continuous forum for federal, provincial and territorial senior officials. CAALL provides governments with an opportunity to develop strong and cooperative working relationships.
 
  Canadian Association of Fire Chiefs
The Canadian Association of Fire Chiefs (CAFC) is the national public service association dedicated to reducing the loss of life and property from fire, and advancing the science and technology of the fire and emergency service in Canada.
 
  Canadian Association of Road Safety Professionals
This organization represents a diverse group of professionals involved in the research, management, and delivery of road safety programmes in Canada.
 
  Canadian Association of Technical Accident Investigators and Reconstructionists (CATAIR)
The aim of this association is to to organize into one body specialists in the field of technical accident investigation and reconstruction; to support and maintain a high standard of ethics, integrity and credibility in the field of technical accident investigation and reconstruction; to research and communicate matters of mutual interest; to foster a spirit of camaraderie among the Association members; and to promote traffic safety across Canada.
 
  Canadian Auto Workers: Health, Safety and Environment Page
The health and Safety page of this national union's web site. Local union discussion leaders and national representatives conduct training programs on health and safety. The department fights for better laws and information on substances found in the workplace. This office also helps local unions set up programs to eliminate hazardous conditions in the workplace. The department publishes the Health, Safety & Environment Newsletter.
 
  Canadian Best Practices System for Health Promotion and Chronic Disease Prevention
The Canadian Best Practices Portal for Health Promotion and Chronic Disease Prevention is a central and early component of the Canadian Best Practices System. Finding and using best practices is one part of delivering effective initiatives. The Population Health Approach (learn more) provides a systematic approach to planning.
 
  Canadian Board of Occupational Medicine
The Canadian Board of Occupational Medicine (CBOM) is a national organization of physicians who have distinguished themselves in the practice of occupational medicine through study and experience. The CBOM members believe that an incentive for attaining higher qualifications in occupational medicine will lead to higher standards of professional service to workers and the public. The organization was established to “encourage the study, improve the practice and elevate the standards of occupational medicine throughout Canada.”
 
  Canadian Centre for Emergency Preparedness
The Canadian Centre for Emergency Preparedness (CCEP) is a not-for-profit organization based in Burlington, Ontario devoted to the promotion of emergency risk management to individuals, communities and organizations, in both government and the private sector, with the aim of reducing the risk, impact and cost of natural, human-induced and technological disasters.
 
  Canadian Centre for Health and Safety in Agriculture (CCHSA)
Formerly the Institute of Agricultural Rural and Environmental Health; the Canadian Centre will continue to focus its resources on addressing public health issues related to the agricultural rural ecosystem and bridge gaps that occur between the spectra of basic research, applied research, the community and policy.
 
  Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS)
Canada's national Occupational Health & Safety Resource. CCOHS promotes a safe and healthy working environment by providing information and advice about occupational health and safety.
 
  Canadian Centre on Substance Abuse
The Canadian Centre on Substance Abuse (CCSA) is Canada's national addictions agency. Their mission is to provide objective, evidence-based information and advice that will help reduce the health, social and economic harm associated with substance abuse and addictions.
 
  Canadian Council of Occupational Hygiene
The Canadian Council of Occupational Hygiene (CCOH/CCHT) is a not-for profit organization that has been established to provide a formal, coordinated, perspective on Occupational Hygiene amongst Canadian Occupational Hygiene Associations. Each provincial association or geographic area is represented by one director at the meetings of the council. The official languages of the Council are French and English.
 
  Canadian Discussions
Lists message-based discussion occupational health and safety groups that are hosted by Canadian organizations, and/or are intended for discussions of interest to Canadians.
 
  Canadian Farmers with Disabilities Registry
The Canadian Farmers with Disabilities Registry (CFWDR), formed in January 1997, is a national organization that promotes farm safety and provides resources and encouragement to disabled farmers and their families. The provinces of Alberta, British Columbia, New Brunswick, Newfoundland, Nova Scotia, Ontario, Manitoba, Prince Edward Island, Quebec and Saskatchewan are represented.
 
  Canadian Fire Safety Association
The Canadian Fire Safety Association is a non-profit organization established in 1971, to promote fire safety through the use of seminars, safety training courses, informative newsletters, scholarships, and regular meetings.
 
  Canadian General Standards Board
The Canadian General Standards Board (CGSB) is a federal government organization that offers client-centred, comprehensive standards development and conformity assessment services in support of the economic, regulatory, procurement, health, safety and environmental interests of their stakeholders — government, industry and consumers.
 
  Canadian Health Network (CHN)
A national, non-profit, bilingual web-based health information service to help Canadians find the information they're looking for on how to stay healthy and prevent disease and injury. CHN does this through a unique collaboration - one of the most dynamic and comprehensive networks anywhere in the world. This network of health information providers includes the Public Health Agency of Canada, Health Canada and national and provincial/territorial non-profit organizations, as well as universities, hospitals, libraries and community organizations.
 
  Canadian Healthy Workplace Council
The Canadian Healthy Workplace Council consists of a number of leading Canadian organizations and practitioners, whose members are dedicated to fulfilling the Council's mission: "To promote a comprehensive and integrated approach to workplace health in order to improve and sustain the health of Canadian organizations, their work environments and their employees."
 
  Canadian Human Rights Commission
The Canadian Human Rights Commission administers the Canadian Human Rights Act and is responsible for ensuring compliance with the Employment Equity Act. Both laws ensure that the principles of equal opportunity and non-discrimination are followed in all areas of federal jurisdiction.
 
  Canadian Human Rights Commission: Case Law Information
This site provides access to a variety of sources that are available for those seeking information about human rights complaints and how they have been resolved.
 
  Canadian Human Rights Tribunal
To provide Canadians with an improved quality of life and an assurance of equal access to the opportunities that exist in our society through the fair-minded and equitable interpretation and enforcement of the Canadian Human Rights Act and the Employment Equity Act.
 
  Canadian Initiative on Workplace Violence
The Canadian Initiative assembles and distributes current and pertinent research which focuses on workplace behaviour. They share this vital information with interested individuals and concerned organizations by bringing together the work of Canadian researchers who are committed to a better understanding of workplace violence. Their partners in research are from Canada 's top universities, labour unions, progressive employers and international organizations committed to the study of workplace conduct.
 
  Canadian Injured Workers Alliance
The Canadian Injured Workers Alliance (CIWA) is a national network of injured workers groups that aims to support and strengthen the work of local, provincial, and territorial injured workers groups by providing a forum for exchanging information and sharing experiences.
 
  Canadian Injured Workers Society
The CIWS addresses unfairness in the workers compensation system in Canada. It promotes fair workplace injury compensation, addresses the mistreatment of injured workers and voices their common concerns. It is a registered non-profit society.
 
  Canadian Institute for Health Information
Mandated by Canada's health ministers, the Institute is a national, not-for-profit organization responsible for developing and maintaining the country's comprehensive health information system. The Institute delivers the knowledge and develops the tools to advance Canada's health policies, improve the health of the population, strengthen the health system and assist leaders in the health sector make informed decisions.
 
  Canadian Labour Congress: Department of Health, Safety and Environment
The Department of Health, Safety and Environment services two Standing Committees of the Congress: The Environment Committee and the Occupational Health and Safety Committee. These committees are comprised of officers, staff and members of CLC affiliates and Federations of Labour. They exist to coordinate labour movement activities in the areas of workplace health & safety, environmental protection and workers' compensation.
 
  Canadian Law List
Site provided by the firm of Canada Law Book provides a directory of Canadian law firms, lawyers, judges and Government departments. Searchable by name or area of practice and by province.
 
  Canadian Legal Information Institute: collection of Canadian court and tribunal decisions
The Canadian Legal Information Institute (CanLII) is a not-for-profit organization initiated by the Federation of Law Societies of Canada. CanLII's goal is to make primary sources of Canadian law accessible for free on the Internet. CanLII seeks to gather legislative and judicial texts, as well as legal commentaries, from federal, provincial and territorial jurisdictions on a single Web site.
 
  Canadian LifeQuilt
The Canadian LifeQuilt is a unique and permanent memorial dedicated to the thousands of young women and men between the ages of 15 and 24, who have been killed and injured on the job. The quilt commemorates 100 young workers killed on the job with individual, personalized quilted blocks. One hundred injured young workers are recognized on the centre panel. You can support this project with your sponsorship and donations.
 
  Canadian Network of Substance Abuse and Allied Professionals
The Canadian Network of Substance Abuse and Allied Professionals is the first national website developed specifically for Canada’s substance abuse workforce. This resource aims to facilitate the adoption of evidence-informed practice across the continuum of care and to encourage and support ongoing learning with particular emphasis on emerging trends, quality assurance and cross-disciplinary collaboration.
 
  Canadian Network of Toxicology Centres
CNTC was allocated five year startup funding from Canada's Green Plan to implement the National Toxicology Program, as envisaged in the plan. General objectives were set as follows: to address Canada's national and regional needs in the understanding of toxic substances in the most efficient and coordinated manner; to facilitate communication between toxicology centres in the areas of management, research and education; to encourage the establishment of joint, cooperative research and educational projects between network members, federal and provincial government research establishments and industry; to develop and maintain the highest standards of scientific research and education in toxicology; to transfer information and achieve toxicological literacy among all Canadians.
 
  Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission
The Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission (CNSC) is best described as the nuclear energy and materials watchdog in Canada.
 
  Canadian Occupational Health Nurses Association
COHNA/ACIIST represents Occupational Health Nurses from across Canada. Website includes information about upcoming events, employment opportunities, awards, certification, etc.
 
  Canadian Public Health Association
The Canadian Public Health Association (CPHA) is a national not-for-profit association incorporated in 1912. CPHA is composed of health professionals from over 25 health disciplines and is active in conducting and supporting health and social programs both nationally and internationally.
 
  Canadian Radiation Protection Association
The Canadian Radiation Protection Association is a professional organization that supports the development and implementation of radiation safety programs in industry, medicine, research and the environment through scientific inquiry, public involvement and interaction with local, provincial, federal and international authorities.
 
  Canadian Registration Board of Occupational Hygienists
"The CRBOH is a national, not-for-profit organization, which sets standards of professional competence for occupational hygienists and occupational hygiene technologists in Canada. "The site provides information about ROH and ROHT certification, exams, maintenance, plus information about CRBOH itself.
 
  Canadian Society Of Safety Engineering
The Canadian Society of Safety Engineering (CSSE) is the leading health, safety and environmental organization for professionals in Canada. They work with industry, governmental agencies and other safety organizations to promote a greater awareness of health, safety and environmental issues in workplaces and communities across the nation and around the world. Their vision is to be the voice of safety in Canada.
 
  Canadian Standards Association
The Canadian Standards Association (CSA) is a not-for-profit membership-based association serving business, industry, government and consumers in Canada and the global marketplace.
 
  Canadian Union of Public Employees: Health and Safety
Protecting workers' health and safety is fundamental to a union's role. CUPE is committed to an active, militant program of action that will defend members' rights and change their lives for the better.
 
  CanOSH
Enabling Canadians to easily and independently locate occupational health and safety information provided by the federal, provincial and territorial governments of Canada and by the Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS).
 
  CANUTEC: Emergency Response Guidebook 2004
The 2004 Emergency Response Guidebook (ERG2004) was developed jointly by Transport Canada (TC), the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) and the Secretariat of Transport and Communications of Mexico (SCT) for use by fire fighters, police, and other emergency services personnel who may be the first to arrive at the scene of a transportation incident involving dangerous goods.
 
  Center for Asthma in the Workplace
The Center for Asthma in the Workplace, brings together researchers from the Université de Montréal, McGill University, and the Université du Québec à Montréal to study the range of repercussions asthma in the workplace can have.
 
  Centre for Addiction and Mental Health
The Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) is Canada's leading addiction and mental health teaching hospital. CAMH succeeds in transforming the lives of people affected by addiction and mental illness, by applying the latest in scientific advances, through integrated and compassionate clinical practice, health promotion, education and research.
 
  Centre for Health & Safety Innovation
The Centre for Health & Safety Innovation will act as the key resource for employers, employees, and others seeking expertise and direction on how to make workplaces injury and illness-free. Founded by four health and safety associations: the Electrical & Utilities Safety Association (E&USA), the Industrial Accident Prevention Association (IAPA), the Ontario Service Safety Alliance (OSSA), and the Transportation Health and Safety Association of Ontario (THSAO), this new facility is a meeting place for the exchange of knowledge and action with regards to occupational health and safety trends, issues, and initiatives.
 
  Centre for the Study of Living Standards
The Centre for the Study of Living Standards is a non-profit, national, independent organization that seeks to contribute to a better understanding of trends in and determinants of productivity, living standards and economic and social well-being through research. Some of their research is related to workplace health and safety.
 
  Centre of Research Expertise for the Prevention of Musculoskeletal Disorders (CRE-MSD)
Bringing researchers and workplace parties together to identify the key questions, research the best answers, and pass on the best knowledge that will lead to the prevention of musculoskeletal disorders at work. The mission is to develop, through basic and applied research, the foundations for effective prevention of work-related musculoskeletal disorders and disability.
 
  CEO Health & Safety Leadership Charter
Many Chief Executive Officers have already joined the Charter and the interest in this initiative from a broad range of sectors continues to grow. Members of this rapidly growing coalition have committed to work together to improve health and safety performance through sharing, mentoring and coaching.
 
  Chair in Corporate Occupational Health and Safety Management (CGSST)
The Chair in Corporate Occupational Health and Safety Management at Université Laval is a research structure that includes researchers, companies and graduate students, all striving to achieve a common goal, that is, to develop and improve prevention and occupational health and safety management. The Chair is also a training centre for students at the undergraduate and graduate levels and post-doctoral fellows.
 
  Chrysotile Institute
The institute promotes the adoption and application of appropriate prevention and control measures, regulations, standards, work practices and techniques for the safe use of chrysotile.
 
  CN Centre for Occupational Health and Safety
The CN Centre for Occupational Health and Safety was created in 2002 as a centre of excellence within Saint Mary’s University. Comprised primarily of faculty members and assisted by graduate students, the Centre’s objective is to build research capacity within the field of occupational health and safety including occupational health psychology.
 
  Coalition Against Workplace Violence
The Coalition Against Workplace Violence is comprised of a number of Nova Scotia unions (NSGEU, NSTU, NSNU, and CUPE). The presidents of each of these unions decided to meet on a regular basis to discuss issues of common concern to workers represented by all four unions.
 
  Commission de la santé et de la sécurité du travail (CSST)
The CSST is the organization mandated by the Government of Quebec to adminsiter the province's occupational health and safety plan.
 
  Communications, Energy & Paperworkers Union of Canada: Health, Safety and Environment
The right to participate is very important to this union and this forms the centrepiece of an effective workplace health and safety program. The CEP's predecessor unions fought for Joint Health and Safety Committees (JHSCs) so that those with the most knowledge of the hazards and who are directly exposed to the risks - the workers - would have a voice in health and safety conditions at work.
 
  Community Against Preventable Injuries
More British Columbians under the age of 45 are killed each year by preventable injuries than any other cause. The Community Against Preventable Injuries is committed to change; providing the tools to reduce injury in your community. They have developed a provincial, multi-media, multi-touchpoint social marketing campaign designed to make British Columbians aware of the magnitude of the issue and the multitude of situations where injuries can be prevented.
 
  Community and Hospital Infection Control Association-Canada
CHICA–Canada is a national, multi-disciplinary, voluntary association of Infection Control Professionals (ICPs) dedicated to the health of Canadians by promoting excellence in the practice of infection prevention and control.
 
  Community of Injured Workers in Canada
Online forum dealing with a variety of workers compensation related issues.
 
  Concordia University College of Alberta: Bachelor of Environmental Health
The Bachelor of Environmental Health is an intensive 15-month program designed to prepare students for careers in public health inspection or in other areas of environmental health practice, or for graduate studies in environmental and public health. The program incorporates classroom instruction, field experiences, mentoring opportunities, and a 12-week field experience or an applied research project completed in association with organizations from the public or private sector.
 
  Construction Association of Prince Edward Island
Promote and advances the interests and efficiency of the construction industry in Prince Edward Island by acting on behalf of and for its members. This association offers a variety of health and safety training courses for members.
 
  Construction Owners Association of Alberta
The Construction Owners Association of Alberta (COAA) is committed to examining the issues facing the Alberta construction industry today and delivering practical solutions to safety, workforce and project challenges that can be implemented by all construction stakeholders.
 
  Construction Safety Association of British Columbia
The CSABC (Construction Safety Association of British Columbia) is a non-profit organization that is owned and operated by the construction industry of British Columbia. Its goal is to reduce the number and duration of workplace injuries and to lower contractor costs.
 
  Construction Safety Association of Manitoba
A non-profit organization funded and directed by contractors who work within the province and contribute to the Workers Compensation Board of Manitoba.
 
  Construction Safety Association of Ontario
Established in 1929, the Construction Safety Association of Ontario (CSAO) is mandated to eliminate injury, illness, and death in Ontario construction. Services include training, consultation, and research. CSAO is funded primarily by contractors’ premiums paid to the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB). CSAO’s directors come equally from labour and management.
 
  Construction Safety Network
The Construction Safety Network is a not-for-profit society that helps members of the BC Road Builders and Heavy Construction Association, Independent Contractors and Businesses Association of BC, Canadian Home Builders' Association of BC, BC Ready-Mixed Concrete Association, Aggregate Producers Association of BC, and other BC construction companies reduce the number and severity of work place injuries.
 
  Continuing Care Safety Association
The Continuing Care Safety Association is a not-for-profit organization, established in 2005, to assist long term care industry members in the implementation of health and safety programs. The CCSA is recognized as a Certifying Partner by Alberta Employment, Immigration and Industry (AEII). The CCSA also works closely with the Alberta Workers’ Compensation Board (WCB) to promote and administer the Partners in Injury Reduction (PIR) Program.
 
  Cypress Hills Regional College: Safety Courses
Cypress Hills Regional College strives to provide education and training opportunities which will serve the economic and social development needs of students, communities and employers in southwest Saskatchewan. The college offers a wide array of university, technical and trades programming in a welcoming atmosphere that encourages student success.
 
  Dalhousie University: Certificate Program in Occupational Health & Safety Management
This program is designed for individuals who are currently or will be responsible for the design and coordination of health safety plans for their organization. Graduates of the program will have acquired the systems necessary to manage and control loss, to identify and protect against potential liabilities and to ensure compliance of existing federal and provincial regulatory requirements.
 
  Directory of Information and Resources on the Prevention and Resolution of Workplace Harassment
The directory contains basic information on programs and courses aimed at developing the intervention skills of workplace harassment prevention and resolution coordinators. It also includes a list of investigators approved to investigate harassment complaints and a list of university experts who offer lectures and training on the subject. The directory ends with a bibliography of recent articles, books and videos on topics related to workplace harassment.
 
  Directory of Labour Organizations in Canada
Online directory of labour organizations in Canada maintained by the Labour Program of Human Resources and Social Development Canada. Searchable by a variety of fields including affiliation, organization type and size of membership.
 
  Education Safety Association of Ontario
The Education Safety Association of Ontario Inc., is a not-for-profit Ontario "Safe Workplace Association". The site has links to documents, facts and figures, information about the organization itself, and a health and safety discussion group for the educational sector.
 
  Elecsafe
Elecsafe is a not-for-profit Electrical Safety Partnership that has been formed to provide Ontarians with access to important information about electricity that can keep them safe where they live, work & play.
 
  Electrical Industry Training Institute Ltd.
Electrical Industry Training Institute (EITI) is a leading private trades training institute in Surrey, BC. EITI has been providing apprenticeship and journeyperson upgrading training for the electrical industry since 1991. EITI's programs include a broad range of trades training, safety training and industry awareness courses. We currently offer over 75 courses for journeyperson upgrading, as well as full apprenticeship programs for powerline technicians and u