March is Kidney Health Month in Canada, a time to better our awareness of how the kidneys affect our overall health and wellbeing. Kidney disease normally the result of genetics or lifestyle, however it is proven that some workplace conditions and exposures can increase the risk. Find out more on our web page.
The 2026 Repetitive Strain Injury Webinar Series reached a milestone with more than 2,015 registrants! Created 27 years ago by OHCOW ergonomist Trevor Schell, it began as a small gathering of 20 people and is now recognized as the world’s largest international ergonomics-focused webinar series. All the sessions are available to view on our Youtube channel playlist.
OHCOW Occupational Hygienists Kevin Hedges and Krista Thompson have co-authored a research paper entitled "Evaluation of a Novel Risk Assessment Tool for Hazardous Chemicals in Academic Laboratories: An Exploratory Study." The paper, about health hazards in laboratory work due to chemical exposure, has been published in ACS Chemical Health and Safety Journal. Congratulations to Kevin and Krista!
The government of Ontario has created a Registry for people to learn about occupational exposure, and to submit their occupational exposures to harmful substances into the database. It is important to know when and where harmful exposures happen, and how to mitigate them. Check it out today!
Be sure to catch this annual event, in-person in Kanata, Ontario or online. Certificates are available for those who attend at the location or virtually.
Occupational Health Nurses (OHNs) Week returns April 5–11, 2026.
Each year, AAOHN dedicates this national observance to recognizing the thousands of occupational and environmental health nurses who protect and promote the health, safety, and well-being of workers around the globe.
Events are happening across Ontario this week for International Women's Day on May 8. See dates for rallies, marches, brunches and speaking events and more!
Canadian Agricultural Safety Week (CASW) is an annual campaign held the third week of March of each year.
Join us as we work to share information and resources to keep farming operations safe, healthy, sustainable and successful. You can be a part of this great campaign and remember, #FarmSafetyEveryday!
