CROSH @crosh.bsky.social · 30/09/2026On National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, we reflect on our commitment to fairness, safety, and equality in the workplace, and how we ensure that our work includes Indigenous community members. CROSH member Dr. Joey-Lynn Wabie researches Indigenous health. Explore her recent findings. 000
CROSH @crosh.bsky.social · 28/09/2026CROSH in the news! On Thursday, USW International President Roxanne D. Brown spoke at our Dr. Leo Gerard Lecture Series on Occupational Safety and Health. The Sudbury Star covered the event: www.thesudburystar.com/news/steelwo…thesudburystar.comSteelworkers leader Roxanne Brown recalls key lessons from Leo GerardShe credits legendary Sudbury union leader for getting more women involved in the USW’s senior leadership. 000
CROSH @crosh.bsky.social · 25/09/2026President Roxanne D. Brown of the United Steelworkers Union gave a rousing lecture last night! Thank you to everyone who came out. If you missed it, it's not too late! You can catch the recording on our YouTube channel right here: youtu.be/BhSSanmjHcQ 000
CROSH @crosh.bsky.social · 21/09/2026Join us on Thursday to see USW International President Roxanne D. Brown speak as part of the Leo Gerard Lecture Series. Brown is a passionate advocate for workers' rights. Tickets and parking are free. Register here: www.tickettailor.com/events/laurent… 010
CROSH @crosh.bsky.social · 19/09/2026Congratulations to CROSH students Maya Mattar and Avery Morin, who completed the presentation of their Masters of Science Communication Major Research Papers yesterday! 000
CROSH @crosh.bsky.social · 18/09/2026We've been out once again, this time in Timmins and Cochrane, with Northern Ontario Wildland FireRangers. Want to read about M-CROSH and its recent adventures? Check out this Laurentian News article: ow.ly/IGPP50ZNhAb 000
CROSH @crosh.bsky.social · 15/09/2026Media Roundup! On Friday we held a press conference about preventing suicide among new nurses. Here are some articles that came from it: ow.ly/TAce50ZNeUE ow.ly/Vykk50ZNeUA ow.ly/q0sS50ZNeUF ow.ly/XAPP50ZNeUC 010
CROSH @crosh.bsky.social · 14/09/2026On Friday, CROSH researchers Dr. Lori Rietze and Dr. Roberta Heale presented their findings on new nurse suicidality. With the family of the late Jordan Heffern, they delivered a compelling call to action for legislation. Watch here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=BioK3lLyyzg 011
CROSH @crosh.bsky.social · 10/09/2026Join Laurentian University for an inspiring evening with Roxanne D. Brown, the 10th International President of the United Steelworkers (USW). This lecture offers a unique opportunity to hear from an influential voice in the labour movement. Admission is free. 011
CROSH @crosh.bsky.social · 09/09/2026Please join us in the lobby of the Ben Avery Building this Friday at 10am for a presentation of urgent research results! 000
CROSH @crosh.bsky.social · 08/09/2026CROSH in the news! Dr. Roberta Heale's work on menopause in the workplace was featured recently in an article in the Globe and Mail. Read all about it here: www.theglobeandmail.com/canada/arti…theglobeandmail.comWhat the menopause gap in the labour force is costing CanadaStigma, silence and unmanaged symptoms are taking an immense toll on women – and on the economy 010
CROSH @crosh.bsky.social · 04/09/2026It's kinda chic to be a CROSH summer student! Thanks and great work to every student who worked with us this summer. Find out how you can become a CROSH student member here: crosh.ca/become-a-student-member #kindachic #summerstudent #studenttraining #research 000
CROSH @crosh.bsky.social · 02/09/2026Congratulations to CROSH member Dr. Parastou Zerang, who successfully defended her PhD thesis in Human Kinetics, "Using the Behaviour Change Wheel to Develop a Health Promotion Intervention at The Workplace with Consideration of the Effect of Resting Metabolic Rate (RMR)", yesterday. 010
CROSH @crosh.bsky.social · 25/08/2026Our final safety share this month is on heat stress! We may be approaching fall, but temperatures can remain high into September. Continue to keep an eye on potential heat stress symptoms in yourself and in the people around you. #safetyshare #heatstress 011
CROSH @crosh.bsky.social · 18/08/2026This week, our Safety Share is about reporting. Prevent hazards from escalating or causing harm by reporting it immediately, and taking appropriate steps to eliminate a hazard where possible. #safetyshare #workplacehazards 000
CROSH @crosh.bsky.social · 14/08/2026While BC fires burn, Wildland firefighters aren't the only ones at risk. Anyone can participate in our latest research at purpleair.crosh.ca which is now live for all users in Ontario, BC and the Maritimes, and track your air quality so that you can protect your lungs. 000
CROSH @crosh.bsky.social · 11/08/2026This week's Safety Share is all about first aid kits. While you may choose to customize your first aid kit according to unique hazards in your workplace, there are a few staples you should make sure are always well stocked, no matter what. Here are some examples! #safetyshare #firstaid 010
CROSH @crosh.bsky.social · 10/08/2026CROSH students Jack Moskalyk and Connor MacNeill, who have been awarded IAMGOLD funding for their projects! Jack is comparing two fatigue monitoring systems for mining workers. Connor is testing a tool for assessing burnout and stress in industrial construction workers. Congrats! 000
CROSH @crosh.bsky.social · 04/08/2026Welcome to our new series, Safety Share! Once a week, for the month of August, we'll share some helpful tips for workplace safety. Today's Safety Share is all about fire exits. Are yours clearly marked and unblocked? #safetyshare #firesafety 010
CROSH @crosh.bsky.social · 28/07/2026In summer weather, more people are walking and biking - so let's make sure we're sharing the road! Use these tips, and be alert, no matter how you choose to travel! 000
CROSH @crosh.bsky.social · 23/07/2026We share our space with animals and wildlife. For our sake and theirs, avoid direct interaction with wildlife as much as possible. Never feed wild animals, and keep attractants secure. 000
CROSH @crosh.bsky.social · 21/07/2026Bacteria multiply quickly in warmer weather, which causes food to spoil. Use a cooler to help food keep longer, regularly replenish it with ice, and make sure you don't take risks - if food thaws, discard it. 000
CROSH @crosh.bsky.social · 17/07/2026A historic fire event is unfolding in the province of Ontario. Anyone working or being active outside is at risk for the effects of poor air quality. Check out our learning experience related to air quality by visiting purpleair.crosh.ca #wildfires #airquality #workplacesafety 000
CROSH @crosh.bsky.social · 16/07/2026Ticks are spreading northward, and can carry serious illness. Protect yourself by wearing long sleeves and pants in a light colour, wearing insect repellent, and using a buddy system to check for ticks when returning from time in the woods or long grasses. 001
CROSH @crosh.bsky.social · 14/07/2026Heat stress can impact you faster than you think. Stay hydrated, take breaks, and watch yourself and the people around you for symptoms. 000
CROSH @crosh.bsky.social · 10/07/2026Congratulations to CROSH research technologist Dawson O'Hara, who completed his Masters defence yesterday! 010
CROSH @crosh.bsky.social · 09/07/2026When temperatures rise, it's tempting to find the nearest body of water to cool down - and water can be a great way of mitigating heat injury risk! Water can store a lot of heat, and help you stay cool. But don't get careless; don't swim alone, and watch for boats. 000
CROSH @crosh.bsky.social · 07/07/2026Summer presents unique hazards in the workplace. Sun exposure increases risk of skin cancer, and burns expose you to risk of heat illness and infection. Always wear sunscreen when outdoors, even when it's cloudy or you're in the shade. 000
CROSH @crosh.bsky.social · 30/06/2026Are you working in Canada and experiencing peri/menopausal symptoms? CROSH researcher Dr. Roberta Heale has spoken about her ongoing research in the House of Commons! Help her make a difference by completing this survey: laurentian.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/S… 000
CROSH @crosh.bsky.social · 28/06/2026Our CROSH Crew has returned from Kenora and Sioux Lookout after a week of research, feeling more connected than ever to the people our research is meant to support. What a privilege to get to travel Northern Ontario, connecting with workers. 000
CROSH @crosh.bsky.social · 27/06/2026CROSH member Dr. Andrew Zarnke was published in the BMJ Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine with the paper "Occupational and Environmental risk factors for salivary gland cancer: a systemic literature review". oem.bmj.com/content/early/2026/06/0… 010
CROSH @crosh.bsky.social · 26/06/2026CROSH researcher Dr. Roberta Heale recently spoke as a witness for the House of Commons' Standing Committee on the Status of Women to provide testimony related to her research on the impacts of perimenopause and menopause on the labour force. Watch now: www.youtube.com/watch?v=rdzibBSZbxM 021
CROSH @crosh.bsky.social · 25/06/2026M-CROSH arrived in Sioux Lookout yesterday! On this road trip we've been lucky to observe mock fires, where FireRangers from the Sioux Lookout and Kenora Fire Management Headquarters get to practice their skills for the fireline. 000
CROSH @crosh.bsky.social · 24/06/2026Yesterday, M-CROSH was at the Kenora Fire Management Headquarters, where our crew got to talk about respiratory hazards. Their transportation might be sleek, but I think we're both riding in style! 000
CROSH @crosh.bsky.social · 22/06/2026Congratulations to every CROSH student member who graduated this term: Kailey Beggs, BKin, United Steelworkers Award, Tammy Eger Excellence Award Caroline Pellerin, BHE Danielle Yasko-Pellerin, MHK Fahad Adeniran, BSc Bradley Bertrand, MHK Mani Cuza, MHK 000
CROSH @crosh.bsky.social · 22/06/2026MCROSH is back on the road! This time, we're hitting up the Fire Management Headquarters in Kenora - though we made a stop in White River to visit the home of Winnie the Pooh first, of course. 000
CROSH @crosh.bsky.social · 21/06/2026Happy Father's Day! For those hoping to become fathers, check out our Guide to Men's Reproductive Health in the Mining Workplace: crosh.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/11… 000
CROSH @crosh.bsky.social · 19/06/2026CROSH is excited to announce that the speaker at our 2026 Dr. Leo Gerard Lecture Series will be USW International President Roxanne Brown! Plan to come out to hear her speak on Thursday, September 24th at 7pm in Fraser Auditorium for no cost! RSVP at the QR code below. 010
CROSH @crosh.bsky.social · 18/06/2026As we launch into summer, it's important to think about heat stress! CROSH partnered with OHCOW to produce these toolkits on Heat Stress: www.ohcow.on.ca/heat-stress-toolkit Here are a few tips to keep in mind! 000
CROSH @crosh.bsky.social · 16/06/2026CROSH student member Connor MacNeill presented his thesis proposal today! He will be researching the psychosocial health of employees who work in many different roles regarding wildland firefighting. 000
CROSH @crosh.bsky.social · 15/06/2026CROSH researcher Dr. Roberta Heale is making a difference for the safety of women in the workforce. She will speak to the House of Commons' Standing Committee on the Status of Women about the impacts of perimenopause and menopause on the labour force. 011
CROSH @crosh.bsky.social · 12/06/2026Kristan Straub, newly appointed chancellor, is an alumnus of Laurentian University, and a champion for Indigenous sovereignty. We welcome him to his new position! Read more here: laurentian.ca/about/news/laurentian… 000
CROSH @crosh.bsky.social · 10/06/2026Laurentian University / Université Laurentienne is enhancing accessibility with new audio systems in campus venues with the RBC Barrier Buster Grant. laurentian.ca/about/news/Enhance-Ca… 000
CROSH @crosh.bsky.social · 05/06/2026CROSH had a visit today from Deputy Minister David Wai of the Ministry of Colleges and Universities. We enjoyed the opportunity to talk about our field-to-lab-to-field research model, and to show off our mobile research lab. 010
CROSH @crosh.bsky.social · 03/06/2026MCROSH is headed back to Sudbury after a successful trip to the Fire Management Headquarters in Wawa. Where will we go next? Stay tuned to find out. 010
CROSH @crosh.bsky.social · 02/06/2026The CROSH crew visited the Fire Management Headquarters in Wawa and had a chance to observe a mock fire training exercise! This experience will help us better serve our Ontario Wildland FireRangers through research in Occupational Safety and Health. 000
CROSH @crosh.bsky.social · 01/06/2026We had a great first day with the Wawa Wildland FireRangers! We're talking to the rangers here about respiratory and dermal hazards. 000
CROSH @crosh.bsky.social · 31/05/2026Road Trip! 🚍 CROSH is hitting the road. Our destination? The Wawa Fire Management Headquarters. We'll be launching some exciting new research there in partnership with Aviation, Forest Fire and Emergency Services. Stay tuned to learn all about it! 010
CROSH @crosh.bsky.social · 29/05/2026On June 1st, Ontarians honour the workers who have died or been injured while working. This will be the second Injured Worker's Day since Sudbury MPP Jamie West (NDP) introduced the bill. Learn more about Injured Workers Day here: injuredworkersonline.org/events/inj…injuredworkersonline.orgInjured Workers’ DayInjured Workers Day Why June 1st? On June 1st every year, injured workers and labour activists gather outside the Legislative Assembly at Queen’s Park in Toronto and in cities across the province to mark Injured Workers’ Day. We rally on this day to celebrate the gains made through united action, ra… 012
CROSH @crosh.bsky.social · 28/05/2026Our summer students got to meet with Dr. Mark Hebert and Dr. Emily Tetzlaff today to talk about sleep cycles, shift work, and how blue light can reduce fatigue. We also toured our workplace simulator and our mobile research unit, MCROSH. Thanks for the visit! 010