What elements need to be in place to create an environment where you feel that you can be your true self, where you didn’t have to mask or downplay elements of who you are? What about speaking up about things that matter or having those hard conversations – do you feel that you can do that without fear that it will somehow negatively impact your career? If you lead a team, how do you think they might answer these questions?

Most of us understand the importance of being physically safe at work but fewer people have had the opportunity to explore how a proactive approach and ongoing commitment to psychological health safety is a key component of healthy and inclusive workplace cultures.

In this virtual workshop you will:

• Gain an understanding of the often-misunderstood term psychological health and safety.
• Learn about the National Standard for Psychological Health and Safety and the 13 psychosocial factors in the workplace.
• Explore how to have psychologically safe conversations.
• Leave with practical, simple tips and tools that can be applied in the workplace immediately.

This workshop is part of a three-part series designed to support healthier, more inclusive workplaces:

1. A Leader’s Guide to Mental Health in the Workplace
   October 9, 2026 – Learn how to recognize and respond to employee mental health challenges
2. Psychological Health and Safety in the Workplace: Why it Matters and How to Cultivate It
   November 6, 2026 – Build a culture where employees feel safe, supported, and heard
3. Workplace Mental Health: Moving from Reactive to Proactive to lmprove wellbeing and Reduce Costs
   January 15, 2027 – Prevent and address inappropriate behaviour and workplace conflict

Attend one session or all three to build a complete approach to culture, conduct, and employee support.

Kristin Bower

Partner, Leda HR (She/Her/Hers)

Annika Lofstrand

Partner, Leda HR (She/Her/Hers)

Facilitated by:

Diversity and Inclusion Leadership Council Signature Partners:

Diversity and Inclusion Leadership Council Community Sponsors:

Diversity and Inclusion Leadership Council Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Partner:

This event is presented by the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade's Diversity and Inclusion Leadership Council (DLC) Program. The DLC, an evolution of the Women's Leadership Council program, is an inclusive program that champions and advocates for leadership that best reflects the diversity of the Greater Vancouver region. The DLC focuses on addressing issues of diversity, equity, and inclusion to encourage allyship and enhance business innovation. The DLC is committed to investing in the participation and promotion of underrepresented groups, while supporting the business community to achieve their diversity and inclusion goals. Learn more boardoftrade.com/programs.