2019 Conference

2019 Conference – Day 2 – Keynote

Fatigue Risk Management: Circadian Rhythms & Sleep Addressing circadian rhythms, sleep, and fatigue risk among first responders is vital to our efforts to promote mental health and improve workplace …

2019 Conference – Day 2 – Breakout stream B

The Resilience Training Needs of Paramedics & Dispatchers: A Study of BCEHS Staff Dr. Bilsker will provide an overview of the study, in which he surveyed EMS personnel to …

2019 Conference – Day 2 – Breakout stream A

Moving forward – Next Steps for Mental Health Case Management, Recovery and Return To Work WorkSafeBC is continuing to develop and strengthen programs and supports for injured workers with …

2019 Conference – Day 2

Compassion Fatigue The word compassion means “to suffer with.” When we give care, we often end up not just suffering with those we care for, but often their suffering …

2019 Conference – Day 2 – Keynote

We’re All a Little Crazy The #SameHere movement believes that every human being is affected by life’s inevitable traumas and losses. We cannot escape their impact, as challenges are …

2019 Conference – Day 1 – Breakout stream B

Case Study Vancouver Fire & Rescue Services This program engages and informs first responders in three crucial areas relevant to their work: trauma, mental health problems, and building resiliency. …

2019 Conference – Day 1 – Breakout stream A

Police Chief Dubord will share his experiences and approach to mental health as a leader in law enforcement. Fire Chief Fry will share her experiences and approach to mental …