Businesses and community organizations across Canada will use purple lights to celebrate the contributions of people with disabilities on October 17, 2024.

Mental Health
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Breaking the silence: Suicide and guns in construction
March 26, 2025
Suicide rates in construction are at crisis levels, with guns playing a significant role. Addressing mental health and access to firearms can help save lives.

The positive side of stress: Understanding eustress for trade workers
March 12, 2025
With the right mindset and strategies, turn distress into eustress—transform overwhelming challenges into opportunities for growth.

Beating burnout: How to protect your mental health and well-being in high-stress construction jobs
February 26, 2025
Burnout can take a mental and physical toll on your health. Strategies like time management and self-care can prevent it.

Can vagus nerve stimulation boost mental health? A guide for construction professionals
February 12, 2025
Stimulating your vagus nerve can improve symptoms of depression, PTSD, and anxiety. Try deep breathing and cold exposure to get started.

Alone time could be the key to better mental health in construction professionals
January 22, 2025
Good mental health is often tied to strong community connections, but spending quality time alone is just as important for maintaining balance. Alone time helps lower stress, improve creativity, and enhance emotional resilience. By stepping away from the demands of daily life, you give yourself a chance to recharge and reflect, which can ultimately lead…

7 tips to keep your mental health in check over the holidays
December 18, 2024
Mental health can be tough to manage over the holidays. Lowering expectations, prioritizing exercise, and setting boundaries can help.

Breaking the silence: CIASP’s fight against suicide in construction
December 4, 2024
Sonya Bohmann, Executive Director of CIASP, is tackling high suicide rates in construction through education, resources, and leadership.

Mental health in construction: How herbal medicine can help
November 20, 2024
Herbal medicines can provide natural support for mental health. Consider trying lavender, linden, passionflower, and St. John’s wort.

Top mental health and wellness apps to improve worker safety on construction sites
October 30, 2024
Get mental health support on the go with popular apps like Calm and Headspace. From better sleep to mindfulness, these apps make self-care simple and effective.

Light it up for NDEAM 2024
October 17, 2024
Businesses and community organizations across Canada will use purple lights to celebrate the contributions of people with disabilities on October 17, 2024.