The York University community is invited to participate in activities May 4 to 9 during Safety and Health Week, an international initiative that emphasizes the significance of health and safety in every aspect of our lives.
York University is uniting with organizations across North America to enhance awareness about the importance of preventing injuries and illnesses in workplaces, homes and communities. This event continues to support York’s health and well-being strategies, policies and collective actions that create supportive and empowering environments for all members of the community.
A series of events and activities are available throughout the week. Faculty, staff and instructors are encouraged to participate individually or as a team to strengthen their sense of community and a shared commitment to health and safety.
Register below for the events and activities.
| Date | Time & Format | Topic | Offered By | Links & Details |
| Monday, May 4 | 11 a.m. (Zoom webinar, one hour) | Safety and Health Week National Launch | Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety | Register for this event |
| Tuesday, May 5 | 11 a.m. (Zoom webinar, 45 minutes) | Plain Language: Clear, Simple and Safe (Worker’s Safety) | Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety | Register for this event |
| Wednesday, May 6 | 1:30 p.m. (Zoom webinar, 45 minutes) | Indigenous Inclusion: An Approach for Cultural Safety and Belonging | Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety | Register for this event |
| Thursday, May 7 | Noon (Zoom webinar, one hour) | Understanding and Preventing Burnout | Sun Life (York’s Employee & Family Assistance Program provider) | Register for this event |
| Friday, May 8 | Available all day | Complete Your Required Health and Safety Training | Health and Safety | YU link: Complete the training |
For additional resources please visit the Health and Safety page or the Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) page.
To see more activities, or to learn more about the history of Safety and Health week, visit Safety and Health Week.