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OHCOW @ohcow.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, an opportunity to increase our knowledge of breast cancer: causes, prevention and treatment. See research on occupational risks on our webpage. Also a link to join the Run for the Cure on October 4! bit.ly/4hxsMF4

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OHCOW @ohcow.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

The National Day for Truth and Reconciliation is a day to remember, learn about and reflect on the ongoing legacy of Indian Residential Schools. More info: bit.ly/4rJ3f0o

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OHCOW @ohcow.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

September 10 is World Suicide Prevention Day. The issue of suicide prevention can come up in any workplace environment. Learn more on our website, including tools to address psychosocial issues. bit.ly/3IchgRP

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OHCOW @ohcow.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

September is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, the most commonly diagnosed cancer among men. Let's transform the future with better awareness of it's causes (including occupational hazards), and more education and support for men. bit.ly/3ThzZAZ

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OHCOW @ohcow.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

September is Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month, a time to advocate for more research, education and support. Find more information on our website bit.ly/4xyeKcp

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OHCOW @ohcow.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

Monday September 7 is Labour Day! See our Labour Day page for information about parades and other events happening across Ontario. The page also features historical information about the origins of Labour Day, that started in Toronto! bit.ly/3JSFu3P

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OHCOW @ohcow.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

August 12 is International Youth Day, a day to focus on Youth-oriented issues, including occupational health and safety for young workers. Find out more: bit.ly/4g3t6KS

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OHCOW @ohcow.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

August 9 Leamington Caribbean Community Fair will take place, 215 Tabot St. E., Leamington, Ontario, 2pm - 5pm. This event is to help connect Caribbean migrant agricultural workers to local services and supports, and create an opportunity for the community to come together!

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OHCOW @ohcow.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

July 24 is International Self Care Day. Self Care is paying attention to physical and mental health. It is a world wide movement that can make for healthy and productive workplaces. Find out more. bit.ly/4fwqncO

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OHCOW @ohcow.bsky.social · 20/07/2026

July 21 is Uterine Fibroids Awareness Day. Stress and exposures to chemicals may contribute to reproductive health problems, including fibroids, in some workplaces. Find out more. bit.ly/4wc5fPU

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OHCOW @ohcow.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

See the OHCOW video “Where there’s smoke… Understanding Particulate Hazards Indoors and Out." Learn more about the hazards and measurement of particulates in air in this discussion between OHCOW Occupational Hygienist John Oudyk and Dr. Dr. Dave Stieb. bit.ly/4pqCNaC

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OHCOW @ohcow.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

Toronto's Air Quality Ranked Among the Worst in the World Due to Wildfire Smoke. All of Ontario is affected. Along with high temperatures any outdoor work poses a severe health risk. See our resources for more information bit.ly/4bHoqJc

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OHCOW @ohcow.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

Work Safe in the Heat! Environment Canada warns of high temperatures and poor air quality for Ontario, get information from Federal and OHCOW resources on our news page. bit.ly/4bHoqJc

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OHCOW @ohcow.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

OHCOW's Heat Stress Toolkit contains PDF guides, videos, infographics and apps including a humidex based heat stress calculator. Check it out! bit.ly/3UUIL64

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OHCOW @ohcow.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

The Occupational Health Clinics for Ontario Workers Inc. wishes everyone a Happy Canada Day!

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OHCOW @ohcow.bsky.social · 24/06/2026

On June 27 we come together to raise awareness around PTSD. Many Ontarians are at increased risk because of their jobs. Find out more and link to OHCOW resources. bit.ly/4wczeqM

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OHCOW @ohcow.bsky.social · 18/06/2026

June 21 is a day to celebrate and learn about Canada's Indigenous Peoples. Find out about events happening in Ontario and information about health initiatives in Indigenous communities. bit.ly/4vVlikH

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OHCOW @ohcow.bsky.social · 02/06/2026

June is Men's Health Month, a time to focus on the physical and mental wellness of men, in their personal lives and in the workplace. See resources from OHCOW and other organizations on our website. bit.ly/4dXwvtQ

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OHCOW @ohcow.bsky.social · 27/05/2026

Monday June 1! Ontario Injured Worker's Day is an opportunity to recognize the individuals who have suffered injuries, illnesses and fatalities as a result of their workplace conditions. bit.ly/4vd5zgy

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OHCOW @ohcow.bsky.social · 25/05/2026

LAST WEEK! Don't miss Week Five of the Mayday Mayday Workplace Mental Health Webinar Series. This Friday, with a spotlight on the agricultural sector. Register in advance: bit.ly/4tZ4BmV

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OHCOW @ohcow.bsky.social · 11/05/2026

This is National Nurses' Week! Find out how Ontario is marking the event, and organizations that are offering free webinars and more! bit.ly/4webgMu

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OHCOW @ohcow.bsky.social · 11/05/2026

Our popular Workplace Mental Health Webinar Series is in its 10th Year! Friday mornings in May, 10am -12pm, hear expert speakers on relevant topics and join in a Q&A session! More info and register: bit.ly/4cN4iqd

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OHCOW @ohcow.bsky.social · 05/05/2026

May 4 - 8 is Construction Safety Week, a time to put a spotlight on the critical importance of health and safety in construction sector workplaces. Find out more and link to resources such as the Silica Control Tool and information on Hand Arm Vibration (HAVS) bit.ly/42brB73

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OHCOW @ohcow.bsky.social · 04/05/2026

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OHCOW @ohcow.bsky.social · 01/05/2026

See our web page for information about Bladder Cancer and how the workplace can be a factor... bit.ly/4w4wxZ4

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OHCOW @ohcow.bsky.social · 27/04/2026

Remembering those killed and injured due to their jobs. See our Day of Mourning web page for OHCOW's official statement for Day of Mourning. bit.ly/4mzCQzA

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OHCOW @ohcow.bsky.social · 14/04/2026

OHCOW commemorates April 28, a day to remember those whose lives have been lost or irrevocably harmed by workplace injury and illness. bit.ly/4mzCQzA

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OHCOW @ohcow.bsky.social · 13/04/2026

Next Saturday! Free presentations on the topics of occupational hazards for illness and injury in construction and occupational driving. In Kanata in person and online. Certificates available. More info and register: bit.ly/4czRUKv

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OHCOW @ohcow.bsky.social · 10/04/2026

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OHCOW @ohcow.bsky.social · 07/04/2026

April 5-11 is OHN (Occupational Health Nurses) Week, an observance that celebrates and recognizes the special role of the occupational and environmental health nursing profession. Thank you to our OHNs, in Ontario and beyond! More info: bit.ly/3QobAYu

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OHCOW @ohcow.bsky.social · 02/04/2026

April is Parkinson's Awareness Month. Learn more about this disease that effects 110,000+ Canadians, as well as occupational risks bit.ly/3YuckfW

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OHCOW @ohcow.bsky.social · 24/03/2026

OHCOW's Work History Project documents workers' health along with their work history, keeping track of exposures and other working conditions. This makes it easier to identify work related illnesses and injuries when they occur. For more information: bit.ly/4uOHCN6

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OHCOW @ohcow.bsky.social · 16/03/2026

Winter revisited Ontario this weekend, and some parts are yet again dealing with heavy snow! OHCOW's Winter Preparation Playlist, created by ergonomist Trevor Schell, offers valuable tips and tools to prevent injury and increase efficiency when performing winter chores. bit.ly/4lzrKdp

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OHCOW @ohcow.bsky.social · 12/03/2026

March is a month to draw attention to the rising rates of Colorectal Cancer in Canada... and discuss ways to detect it and prevent it. Causes range from genetics to lifestyle to carcinogenic exposures. See more on our website. bit.ly/4sLPFZw

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OHCOW @ohcow.bsky.social · 10/03/2026

Saturday, April 18, 8:30am – 1:00pm EST, online and in-person in Kanata, ON. The free annual Health and Safety Forum Spring Into Action is coming up soon! Be sure to register in advance! Certificates are available. See details of the agenda and a link to register bit.ly/4czRUKv

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OHCOW @ohcow.bsky.social · 06/03/2026

To commemorate International Women's Day on March 8, OHCOW Occupational Hygienist Krista Thompson, MHSc, ROH, CRSP, with the International Hygiene Association (AIHA), has written about the role that women have played in fighting for the rights and lives of workers. bit.ly/4rY4Ajc

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OHCOW @ohcow.bsky.social · 02/03/2026

March 3 is World Hearing Day. The workplace can be the leading cause of hearing loss. See our Noise Induced Hearing Loss (NIHL) web page about causes and prevention. bit.ly/4bwGPY8

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OHCOW @ohcow.bsky.social · 26/02/2026

International Women's Day is March 8, a day to recognize women's achievements in the workforce and all walks of life. Events are happening across Ontario! See our web page for rallies, lunches, speakers, comedy shows and more... bit.ly/3ZZdBvV

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OHCOW @ohcow.bsky.social · 05/02/2026

February is Heart Month, a month to raise awareness of the leading cause of death in Canada and ways to prevent it. See OHCOW resources about work-related heart disease. bit.ly/4ccYPZL

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OHCOW @ohcow.bsky.social · 30/01/2026

IN ONE WEEK! Don't miss our free annual international event focussed on musculoskeletal disorders, in its 27th year! OHCOW's RSI Day program offers the knowledge and experience of our professional staff and guest speakers. Find out more and register: bit.ly/4k9x3iV

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OHCOW @ohcow.bsky.social · 27/01/2026

Join OHCOW and the Occupational Cancer Research Centre (OCRC) this World Cancer Day, February 4 from 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM to learn more about occupational co-exposures and cancer risk through both research and clinical case studies. More info and register: bit.ly/4r3vup0

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OHCOW @ohcow.bsky.social · 21/01/2026

The mid-winter blues are common, and can intensify into depression, anxiety and heightened stress levels, particularly at work. See our website for resources on coping with it at the workplace, from the Stress Assess app to our library of webinars. Find out more. bit.ly/3ZpDaWA

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OHCOW @ohcow.bsky.social · 20/01/2026

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OHCOW @ohcow.bsky.social · 09/01/2026

In it's 27th year, the OHCOW RSI Day webinar series is back for four sessions starting on Friday February 6! Check out the speakers and topics and register today for this free event. Certificates of attendance available. www.eventbrite.ca/e/rsi-day-20...

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OHCOW @ohcow.bsky.social · 05/01/2026

January is Firefighter Cancer Awareness Month, as this group encounters hazards in the course of their work that makes them more susceptible to cancer. See OHCOW's page about research, funding and advocacy for safe work for Firefighters. bit.ly/4a98ei8

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OHCOW @ohcow.bsky.social · 22/12/2025

Sending best wishes to Ontario workers for the holiday season.

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OHCOW @ohcow.bsky.social · 16/12/2025

Wishing a joyful Christmas Season to all, and best wishes for 2026, from OHCOW.

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OHCOW @ohcow.bsky.social · 16/12/2025

Have a wonderful Christmas Season everybody and best wishes for 2026, from OHCOW.

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OHCOW @ohcow.bsky.social · 10/12/2025

The theme of Human Rights Day 2025 is "everyday essentials." Every working person has the right to a safe and healthy workplace free of discrimination, as well as the right to a living wage. These are essentials. Learn more about Human Rights Day bit.ly/36mkNod

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OHCOW @ohcow.bsky.social · 25/11/2025

December 2 is Women's Brain Health Day, a day to start conversations on cognition, caregiving, equity, and the need for sex- and gender-based brain health research. Read more: bit.ly/3JUQTAT

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