Safety and Health Week Webinars Focus on Plain Language and Indigenous Inclusion in the Workplace

Press Release

From: Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety

April 27, 2026 – Hamilton, ON – Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS)

To help workplaces celebrate Safety and Health Week, the Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS) is hosting free webinars on plain language and Indigenous inclusion in the workplace. Taking place across North America from May 4-9, Safety and Health Week serves as a reminder to renew our commitment to safety, health and well-being in workplaces, homes, and communities.

Tuesday, May 5: Plain Language: Clear, Simple and Safe
11:00 a.m. EDT

All workers have the right to know how to do their job safely. When they can’t understand safe work procedures or policies, they can’t make informed decisions. This gap puts them at risk of harming themselves or others. We cover the basics of plain language and share practical examples so you can put plain language into action at your workplace.

Wednesday, May 6: Indigenous Inclusion: An approach for Cultural Safety and Belonging
1:30 p.m. EDT

Canada is on a journey of Truth and Reconciliation, with workplaces, communities and citizens asking how we can learn from our past and move towards change in ways that respect the diversity of Indigenous peoples and support their social determinants of health and cultural safety. Hear insights and meaningful ways that we can engage and co-create healthier and culturally safe spaces and a sense of belonging.

Live French audio interpretation is available for both sessions. More information about each event including how to register is available at www.ccohs.ca/events/safety-and-health-week.

Contacts
For more information (media only):

Jennifer Howse
Senior Communications Specialist
Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS)
(289) 442-4057
media@ccohs.ca
www.ccohs.ca

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