Does your municipality have Workers Compensation Board (WCB) coverage that includes municipal elected officials (Councillors)? | |
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AMHSA has received approval from GoA Partnerships to use a custom set of 9 interview questions specific to municipal Councillors which will be implemented for 2023 audits. Further details will be shared via communications with municipal CAOs and auditors.
If you have questions about sampling for a current audit, please contact audits@amhsa.net.
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Updates to Alberta's Occupational Health and Safety Code | |
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The Government of Alberta has recently released further details on upcoming OHS Code changes. These updates will be effective March 31, 2023.
Government of Alberta Announcement (Dec. 15, 2022):
"After extensively consulting with employers, workers and health and safety professionals, Alberta’s government will be implementing changes to parts of the Occupational Health and Safety Code (OHS Code). The changes will take effect on March 31, 2023.
An updated and easier-to-understand OHS Code will help employers keep workers safe, build workplaces that support jobs, attract investment and grow Alberta’s economy."
OHS eNews Special OHS Code Changes Edition (Dec. 19, 2022):
"A number of resources describing highlights of the upcoming OHS Code changes are available now in the Upcoming legislation changes section of Alberta’s OHS Resource Portal. More resources will be added as they become available.
An amendment regulation has been passed enacting the changes; this regulation, which contains details of the changes, can be viewed here.
A three-year review plan is now in place to chart out which parts of the OHS Code will be reviewed next and to ensure the OHS Code is kept current. If you have questions about OHS Code review, contact lbr_ohsreview@gov.ab.ca."
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Better Workplace Conference 2023: Where Evidence and New Ideas Intersect | |
We invite you to join us for this year's Better Workplace Conference presented by the Conference Board of Canada. As part of our valued network, you receive a special rate of $195 (full price is $299).
To register, please click the button below and complete the form using the discount code: INVTC
This three-day event will explore the most pressing challenges faced by leaders today, with topics including: attracting and retaining top talent, total rewards, remote work, employee engagement, and more. We hope to see you there!
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AMHSA Offices will be closed Friday, December 23 to Tuesday, December 27 and on reduced operational levels until Tuesday, January 3.
During this time response times for urgent inquiries may be delayed.
For eLearning course questions, please contact BIS Safety Software at help@bistrainer.com or 1-866-416-1660, between the hours of 7am to 7pm MST.
For audit inquiries, please contact audits@amhsa.net or call (587) 952-2268, ext. 292.
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Are you winter ready? Register for one of our free webinars to ensure you're prepared for whatever the season brings.
Addressing winter conditions in Alberta is important and having time to phase in the behaviours and controls that prevent injury and damage is advantageous.
Upcoming webinar: January 10 @ 8 am (MT)
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Join AMHSA and EWI Works each month for no-cost webinars on ergonomics and preventing musculoskeletal injury.
Missed the live webinar? Visit our Youtube channel to watch recordings.
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New resources are available:
| OHS eNews editions for November and December are now available. Read the latest OHS news online or register for monthly OHS eNews from Alberta Jobs, Economy and Northern Development. | The October and November newsletters are now available. For current and past ITF newsletters, please visit our website. | |
WCB Alberta's Worksight Magazine Issue 8, Issue 9 and Issue 10 are now available. Read the latest WCB news on WCB's Website.
2023 Annual Return Season is almost here!
You can file your 2023 annual return beginning January 1, 2023. Just log into myWCB and click File my annual return. You have until February 28, 2023 to file.
Open policy consultation: 02-01, Part I and Part II, Applications 1 to 3. Open until March 6, 2023.
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The Working Mind First Responders - Virtual | |
The Alberta Municipal Health and Safety Association (AMHSA) is partnering with the Mental Health Commission of Canada (MHCC) and TELUS Health to provide specialized training and tools to support rural and remote firefighters living with or at risk of post-traumatic stress injuries (PTSI).
The program is being made available free of charge to fire and rescue first responders who work in fire stations registered in rural and remote municipalities and small cities across Alberta.
Space is available in upcoming sessions:
January 11, 1 pm - 4 pm
January 12, 8 am - 12 pm
January 24, 1 pm - 4 pm
January 25, 8 am - 12 pm
Email rickn@amhsa.net to register or visit RuralFirstResponder.ca for more information and training opportunities.
| Free Report from the Conference Board of Canada | |
Building Workplaces Where Neurodivergent Workers Thrive: This issue briefing explores strategies that employers can use to improve the workplace experience for neurodivergent employees in Canada.
Follow the link below to download a copy:
Building Workplaces Where Neurodivergent Workers Thrive
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Are you an accomplished Learning, Design and Project Specialist with experience in adult learning, knowledge transfer, and online course development? We'd like to work with you!
For more details or to apply, view our posting on Indeed.ca.
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Our mission is to develop a forum community that empowers Alberta municipal OHS & HR professionals to grow their networks, spark discussion, and support the sharing of resources, knowledge, and experience.
| Member Events & Job Postings | |
Does your municipality have an event coming up, or an open job posting? Let us know!
Promotions on our website, social media, and in our newsletter are free to all AMHSA members. Email safety@amhsa.net for more details.
Current job postings:
| Continuing Education in Disability Management |
The Government of Canada has funded a limited number of continuing education courses in partnership with the National Institute of Disability Management and Research (NIDMAR).
These free courses in disability management and return to work are offered through the Pacific Coast University for Workplace Health Sciences (PCU-WHS).
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ECO Impact: Learning Series & Awards Gala
ECO IMPACT is Canada’s annual event connecting Environmental Professionals with Learning Series and Awards Ceremony recognizing individuals making strides in the environmental workforce. The ECO IMPACT Learning Series focus on workforce and Professional Development with peer-to-peer industry dialogue that provides vital insight into Canada’s environmental workforce trends.
This year's ECO IMPACT will be held January 19-20, 2023 at the Sheraton Suites in Calgary. Visit ecoimpact.ca for more details or to register.
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Better Workplace Conference 2023: Where Evidence and New Ideas Intersect
The Conference Board of Canada is hosting the Better Workplace Conference February 12-16, 2023 (virtual). Register for a national discussion on attracting and retaining top talent.
- Creating value for employees: How can workplaces stay competitive in attracting talent?
- Retaining workers: What makes employees stay with an organization?
- Measuring results and performance: Why measurement matters.
Concerns about remote work, labour shortages, employee engagement, and compensation are top of mind for employers. Explore practical solutions and more at the 26th annual Better Workplace Conference.
Special rate for AMHSA members: Use code INVTC during checkout to receive a reduced rate!
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AWWOA 48th Annual Operators Seminar
AWWOA's Annual Operators Seminar will be held March 13-17, 2023 in Banff, Alberta. Registration is now open. Visit AWWOA.ca for details.
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AARFP Conference & Trade Show: Re-Connecting in Recreation
The Alberta Association of Recreation Facility Personnel (AARFP) is hosting its 44th Annual Conference and Trade Show in Red Deer from April 23 - 26, 2023.
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20th Alberta Health & Safety Conference
The Health & Safety Conference Society of Alberta (HSCSA) is excited to announce the dates of their upcoming 2023 conference, April 26 - 27, 2023 at The Westin Calgary Airport. More details coming soon, visit hsconference.ca.
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LGAA 2023 Conference & Trade Show
LGAA is pleased to announce that registration is now open for the 2023 Conference and Trade Show, which will be held June 27 - 29, 2023 in the beautiful mountain setting of Canmore. For more details or to register, click here.
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Alberta Municipalities 2023 Convention & Trade Show
Save the date! The 2023 Alberta Municipalities Convention and Trade Show will take place in Edmonton at the Edmonton Convention Centre, September 27 - 29, 2023. Click for details.
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