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Employee wellbeing is more important than ever. In fact, a recent survey has shown that 87% of Canadians consider workplace wellbeing to be a human right.

As the world and businesses evolve, workforces need to discover new ways to deal with high-stress situations and support all aspects of wellness, from physical and mental health, to financial wellbeing and building a sense of belonging and purpose.

The HRD Wellbeing Summit Canada will examine how companies can foster mental and physical wellbeing in their teams to help them manage stress, avoid burnout, adapt to disruption and change, and feel valued.

Join this event to learn how to integrate all the tools, information, and support your employees need to reach their full potential.

Why attend?

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    Learn about holistic wellbeing strategies that can make a difference in your organization

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    Discover how to harness mindfulness and psychology to improve mental wellbeing

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    Unpack the latest strategies for integrating wellness into the workplace – while ensuring service and tool uptake

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    Understand how employers can improve physical wellbeing by promoting fitness and nutrition

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    Create a sense of belonging and security through DEI and support for financial wellbeing

SPEAKERS


Carolyn Byer
Carolyn Byer

 Head of HR
Microsoft 

Dana Hurst
Dana Hurst

Director, Wellness
BGIS

Manisha Mistry
Manisha Mistry

Sr. Director
HSSE & DEI

Sandra Cunha
Sandra Cunha

Vice President of People & Culture
MOVATI Athletic 

Sara Fromstein
Sara Fromstein

Director of Belonging & Social Impact
DECIEM

John Stix
John Stix

Chief of Staff & Brand
Fibernetics

Sean Cammaert
Sean Cammaert

Head of Safety
BASF Canada

AGENDA


All times in ET
  • Registration and breakfast
  • Opening remarks from chairperson
  • Panel: Wellbeing program success stories – Strategies that can make a difference

    Join leaders from a range of diverse industries as they share the details of their successful wellbeing programs. Hear real-world case studies and practical tips that you can implement in your workplace.

    • Wellbeing program case studies, including what worked and what didn’t work
    • Technology platforms that support workplace mental health
    • Calculating ROI (Return on Investment) for wellbeing strategies through wellbeing metrics
    • Adapting wellness programs while maintaining consistency.
    Panelists
    Carolyn Byer
    Carolyn Byer

     Head of HR
    Microsoft 

    Manisha Mistry
    Manisha Mistry

    Sr. Director
    HSSE & DEI

  • Empowering employees with chronic health conditions

    Chronic illness is unfortunately very common.  This session offers practical guidance for effectively managing and supporting employees during their toughest times, while sustaining productivity, compliance and employee morale at the organizational level.

    • Legal requirements and ethical responsibilities in accommodating employees with long-term health conditions, including disability discrimination laws
    • What workplace adjustments and accommodations should be made for chronically ill workers?
    • Real-world examples of organizations who have successfully supported employees through long-term illnesses
    • Innovative and flexible approaches to accommodating employees
    • How to ensure that employees with illnesses feel empowered at work
  • Networking coffee break

    Coffee break discussion tables

  • Panel: Neurodiversity: unleashing unique brilliance

    Jump into the world of neurodiversity and how it can be a catalyst for extraordinary achievements. Learn how to cultivate a workplace where neurodivergent individuals thrive, contributing their talents and fresh perspectives.

    • Strategies for recruitment, support, and career development that support neurodiversity
    • Programs that recognize the unique strengths and abilities neurodivergent individuals bring to the workplace
    • Tailoring working environments and practices to accommodate the specific needs and preferences of neurodivergent individuals
    • What type of support and flexibility should employers provide?
  • Networking lunch
  • Panel: Minimizing burnout across your organization

    Reports of burnout have reached an all-time high, and a staggering 57% of American & Canadian workers report feeling stressed on a daily basis.

    In this session, panellists will share proven strategies for reducing employee burnout.

    • How to identify the early warning signs of burnout at the individual, team and organizational level
    • Managerial practices and leadership styles to reduce employee burnout
    • Tips for rolling out effective workload management and one-on-one meeting programs
    • Sustainable strategies for preventing burnout recurrence, including organizational culture shifts, employee development programs, and continuous feedback mechanisms.
    • Tech platforms that help to predict, assess, address and measure stress, anxiety and burnout
    Panelists
    Dana Hurst
    Dana Hurst

    Director, Wellness
    BGIS

    John Stix
    John Stix

    Chief of Staff & Brand
    Fibernetics

  • Networking coffee break
  • Promoting physical wellbeing in the workplace and beyond

    This session will outline ways to successfully promote physical wellbeing, particularity in remote and hybrid environments. You will hear proven strategies for deploying and evaluating successful wellbeing programs.

    • Four ways to promote physical wellness in the workplace
    • Examples of successful physical wellbeing strategies
    • How to get employees and managers engaged in physical wellbeing programs
    • Ensuring that each team member gets what they need from the program
    Sandra Cunha
    Sandra Cunha

    Vice President of People & Culture
    MOVATI Athletic 

  • Empowering employers: Psychological safety and wellbeing strategies

    Compassionate leadership and psychological safety are key to supporting employees without stigma. Join us to explore best practices in suicide prevention, combating workplace depression, and managing workplace wellbeing effectively.

    • How can organizations proactively identify and address factors that contribute to workplace mental health issues and suicidal ideation?
    • What does it mean to be a compassionate leader, and how can this approach positively impact the mental well-being of employees?
    • What are the best practices for identifying signs of depression and suicidal thoughts in employees?
    • What policies and procedures should be in place to address such situations, while respecting privacy and sensitivity?
  • Panel: Energizing, engaging and supporting remote workforces

    Join us for a dynamic session where we will dive deep into the strategies that reduce isolation, provide support for remote employees, and establish essential work routines that prevent overwork.

    • Effective onboarding strategies tailored to the unique psychosocial needs of remote employees
    • Helping remote employees form meaningful connections, including the implementation of buddy systems and peer support networks
    • Creative and social virtual activities that go beyond typical meetings to foster camaraderie and rapport among remote workers
    • Innovative approaches to team-building in the virtual realm.
  • Closing remarks from chairperson

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VENUE


Arcadian

  • 401 Bay Street, Simpson tower, 8th floor, Toronto, ON M5H 2Y4
  • 416-364-1211
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  • Parking:

    110 Queen Street west (Nathan Phillips Square Garage) – $22.00/ day

TRAVEL PLANS

Preferred Accommodations 

Hotel room rates are subject to all applicable taxes and fees. Rooms are subject to availability in each hotel from February 26/27 – February 28. We recommend that you book as soon as possible.

Courtyard Toronto Downtown

475 Yonge Street, Toronto, Ontario, Canada M4Y1X7

Book your group rate via the reservation link or call 1-800-847-5075. Use the group name HRD Wellbeing Summit Canada 2024 to secure the discounted rate until January 30, 2024.

Room rate: $239 per standard room/night
Cut-off date: January 30, 2024
Check in: 3pm Check out: 12pm 
Reservation Link: HRD Wellbeing Summit Canada 2024
Phone Number: 1-800- 847-5075

Courtyard Toronto Downtown

Toronto Marriott City Centre Hotel

One Blue Jays Way, Toronto, Ontario Canada M5V1J4

Book your group rate via the reservation link or call 1-800-237-1512. Use the group name HRD Wellbeing Summit Canada 2024 to secure the discounted rate until January 30, 2024.

Room rate: $299 per standard room/night
Cut-off date: January 30, 2024
Check in: 3pm Check out: 12pm 
Reservation Link: HRD Wellbeing Summit Canada 2024
Phone Number: 1-800-237-1512

Toronto Marriott City Centre Hotel

REGISTRATION FOR HRD WELLBEING SUMMIT CANADA IS OPEN

Discover how you can build a happier, healthier team in 2024 – book your seat now and be part of the conversation.

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