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Mental Health Best Practice Group

Our MHBPG, established in 2017, has been meeting regularly since its inception and has trained over 5,500 people. The group’s mission is to share best practices and implement positive safety change regarding mental health, psychological health and safety, and claims management in the workplace. With over 130 organizations represented, the group brings a diverse range of fresh perspectives and insights to the table, which is essential to its success.

To join this group, contact us with your name, organization, and contact information to join for FREE today! 

Why join the group?

  • Share best practices with private, public, government, and non-profit organizations across Saskatchewan. 
  • Learn more about when psychological injuries become WCB claims and how to manage those claims effectively. 
  • The annual economic cost of mental illness in Canada is over $50 billion, and that number continues to grow. 
  • Like physical safety, preventing psychological injuries is the best way to protect your employees, stay productive, and save money.

Why this matters to our industries…

  • Accommodation and food services, government services, and information and culture industries have the highest prevalence of mental illness.
  • Rates of depression are highest in industries with the most interaction with the public or clients.
  • Workplace factors have a significant effect and can help to reduce both the human and economic cost of mental injuries and illnesses. 

In Canada, more than one in five people is affected by a mental health problem or illness. Those employed in the services sector are more likely to experience mental health issues.

In October 2016, the Saskatchewan Government passed an amendment to the Workers’ Compensation Act, 2013, establishing a rebuttable presumption for those experiencing work-related psychological injuries. This has highlighted the employer’s duties and responsibilities regarding workplace mental health. Employers are responsible for handling psychological injury claims effectively and incorporating mental health into the existing Safety Management System.

Service Hospitality welcomes you to join our Mental Health Best Practice Group with over 130 employer organizations already participating and continues to grow!! Attend information sessions and/or receive emails with valuable resources. 

To join this group, contact us with your name, organization, and contact information to join for FREE today! 

Upcoming Events

Mental Health Provider Showcase

Date:           Tuesday, September 15, 2026
Time:          10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Format:     Virtual: Microsoft Teams

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Past Event Resources

May 2025

  • Agenda – Spring 2025 Meeting
  • Presentation – Psychological Risk Factors: Establishing a Baseline
  • Resource – Psychological Risk Factors: Establishing a Baseline- Handout
  • Resource – WCB Psych Injury Policy and Procedure Updates

For presentations or contact information from Jenn Lombardo or Dave Keen, please contact Service Hospitality.

Oct 2025

  • Agenda – Oct 15 Meeting
  • Presentation – Service Hospitality – Psychological Injuries
  • Resource – Workplace Accommodations for Psychological Injuries
  • Resource – CanOps – Up Down Exercise Handout
  • Resource – CanOps – Reintegration Handout

Psychological Health & Safety/Mental Health Resources

Crisis Response Resources

Suicide Crisis Helpline (Canada-wide) – If you are thinking about suicide or you’re worried about someone else, call or text 9-8-8 toll-free, any time — their lines are open 24/7/365.

Crisis Text Line powered by Kids Help Phone – by texting CONNECT to 686868, you can chat confidentially with a trained volunteer Crisis Responder for support with any issue – big or small.

Saskatoon Crisis Intervention Service – serves people in distress, intervening in and managing social, emotional, and psychological emergencies for people experiencing immediate and ongoing crises. Call (306) 933-6200 to access the 24-hour crisis line.

Mobile Crisis Services (Regina) – call 306-757-0127 for someone to talk to anytime.  Visit their website for other resources and supports, including the Gambling Helpline, Child Abuse Line, and Farm Stress Line.

Other Local Resources

Canadian Mental Health Association—Saskatchewan Division includes downloadable resources and contact information for a local perspective.

Saskatchewan Health Care Facilities Search—This is a government of Saskatchewan website that allows a quick location search to find health centers close to your location. It includes addictions and mental health resource centers.

Online Therapy Unit – Provides individuals with online services regarding mental health, the option to enroll for courses as an educator, and to find other relevant resources.

WorkSafe Saskatchewan – Online training options about mental health, including awareness, communication strategies, and health and wellness strategies.  Free posters are also available for order (or to print).

Online Resources

Workplace Strategies for Mental Health

Accommodating Mental Injuries/Illnesses – information on the legal duty to accommodate, as well as strategies to help with successful accommodation for all involved parties.

Mental Health Commission of Canada

Guarding Minds at Work – offers a baseline assessment survey, in addition to lots of great resources.

Members

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Latest News

  • YSED 2026: Safety is a DecisionJuly 31, 2026 - 2:31 pm
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Thank you to our partners!

 
Saskatoon Public Schools
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Discover Saskatoon
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Safety In Schools
SARC
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SIEC
SASS
CMHA
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