Health & Safety

Health and safety are high priorities for CEIU, and this is woven through our union work.
Training initiatives, committee engagements, and direct member support have contributed to a safer and more informed workforce.

What we do:

CEIU has a National Standing Mental Health and Wellness Committee consisting of CEIU members with a mandate to address health issues, workplace safety including workplace mental health and wellness by ensuring that these subjects are always part of the agenda for the different departments that CEIU represents. 

Visit the committee’s page to learn more.

View the Report of the CEIU National Standing Committee on Mental Health and Well-Being (2023).  
 

Last updated: November 26, 2025  

CEIU has members on Occupational Health and Safety Policy Committees to advocate for our members.  

CEIU members can contact their representatives with occupational health and safety concerns, questions, or ideas.  

Employment and Social Development Canada:  

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada:  

Immigration and Refugee Board of Canada:  

We offer training sessions, both in-person and virtually, to enhance awareness and compliance with Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) standards: 

View available training modules. 
Mental health first aid certification 

CEIU can host certification workshops in collaboration with the Mental Health Commission of Canada. If you are an elected union leader interested in hosting training for your CEIU members, please contact our National Health and Safety Officer. 

Occupational health and safety in federally regulated workplaces 
 

Right to know: three basic rights that all Canadian workers have 
 

ESDC Participation of the Work Place Health and Safety Committee or Representative – 935-1-IPG-004

Work-life balance 

This Agriculture Union document provides a brief overview of work-life balance. 

Crisis Services Canada

You can find local services for your province or territory

Government of Canada: mental health supports

Helpful resources at national, provincial and territorial level.

Hope for Wellness Help Line

For Indigenous peoples
1 855 242 3310 (toll free)
Available 24/7

Crisis Text Lines

Available 24/7
Adults: Text WELLNESS to 741741
Youth: Text WELLNESS to 686868
Frontline Workers: Text FRONTLINE to 741741
To help you support someone in distress: Call 1 866 585 0445 to speak to a counsellor

Wellness Together Canada

Available 24/7

211.ca

211 is Canada’s primary source of information on government and community based health and social services. To speak directly with an information specialist dial 2-1-1, where the service is available … more

Bill C-65

More info about the new Federal Work Place Harassment and Violence Prevention Regulations (Bill C-65) can found on PSAC website.

SuicidePrevention.ca

The Canadian Association for Suicide Prevention (CASP) was incorporated in 1985 by a group of professionals who saw the need to provide information and resources to communities to reduce the suicide rate and minimize the harmful consequences of suicidal behaviour … more

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Employee Assistance Services (EAS) is the premier national provider of Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services to federal public agencies, departments and federally regulated

MentalHealthCommission.ca

The Mental Health Commission of Canada (MHCC) is a catalyst for improving the mental health system and changing the attitudes and behaviours of Canadians around mental health issues. Through its unique mandate from Health Canada, the MHCC brings together leaders and organizations from across the country to accelerate these changes … more

Psychological health and safety in the workplace

Prevention, promotion, and guidance to staged implementation

The vision for a psychologically healthy and safe workplace is one that actively works to prevent harm to worker psychological health, including in negligent, reckless, or intentional ways, and promotes psychological well-being. This voluntary Standard has been developed to help organizations strive towards this vision as part of an ongoing process of continual improvement. Click here to download the complete document.

Mental Health At Work | Canadian Labour Congress

The Canadian Labour Congress (CLC) is the largest labour organization in Canada, bringing together dozens of national and international unions, provincial and territorial federations of labour and community-based labour councils to represent more than 3 million workers across the country. The CLC provides information on: What is mental health and illness? Why mental health matters to unions? How to get help in the workplace? … more

Guarding Minds at Work

Guarding Minds at Work helps employers identify and measure employee experience with psychosocial factors known to have a powerful impact on organizational health, the health of individual employees, and the financial bottom line. Download these PDF resources for complete guidance on how to assess and address psychological health safety in your workplace using the survey, reports, and other tools … More

Workplace Violence, Harassment and Domestic Violence 

This PSAC toolkit includes useful tools and resources for a range of circumstances. 

A guide to the investigation and reporting of hazardous occurrences 

Hazardous Occurrences 

This module by the National Joint Council provides a general overview of hazardous occurrences, along with reporting and recording requirements. 

Hazardous Occurrence Investigation Report 

(Canada Occupational Safety and Health Regulations, Section 15.8) 

Hazardous Occurrence Investigation, Recording and Reporting 

Complaint Registration – Occupational Health and Safety 

Used by employees who wish to refer a complaint that there has been a contravention of Part II of the Canada Labour Code in their work place to the HRSDC Labour Program. 

Refusal to Work Registration 
Employees in industries under federal jurisdiction use this form to register a refusal to work in case of danger. 

Workplace Investigation Reports on Refusal to Work 

Note to readers: the entry into force, on October 31, 2014, of the changes made to Part II (Occupational Health and Safety) of the Canada Labour Code obliges an employer to produce a written investigation report for each refusal to work brought to attention of the employer. If the refusal is not resolved following the employer investigation, the Work Place Health and Safety Committee or Representative must conduct a separate, independent, investigation. Should the refusal not be resolved following these two internal investigations, the case must be reported to the Minister of Labour. Although the Code does not specify the format or content of these written reports, we suggest that you use this format. 

Inspection checklist: general information 

The best checklist for your workplace is one that has been developed for your specific needs. It is always good practice to identify hazards and do a risk assessment to help find and prioritize the hazards in your workplace.  Whatever the format of the checklist, provide space for the inspectors’ signatures and the date. 

Efforts have been concentrated on ensuring meaningful consultations in health and safety policy committee meetings, reinforcing the union’s role in influencing workplace health and safety policies. This includes advocating for improved training, hazard assessments, and employer accountability in addressing OHS concerns.

CEIU held its inaugural National OHS Conference in 2024, including guest speakers and drawing CEIU members from across the country.  

The conference provided a platform for discussing critical health and safety challenges, sharing best practices, and fostering stronger collaboration among stakeholders.  

CEIU’s Heath & Safety Officer often speaks at national, regional and local events. 

Support has been extended to workplace OHS committees, particularly regarding asbestos removal and bedbug protocols. These efforts ensure that workers’ rights are upheld and that appropriate health and safety measures are implemented effectively. 

Virtual training sessions have been provided to workplace OHS committees to empower them with knowledge on their rights and responsibilities. These sessions cover a range of topics, including risk assessment, hazard prevention, and workplace safety protocols.