News Archives 2016

  • THE JLP WELCOMES NEW FACILITATORS

    The National Capital Region hosted an inter-regional orientation session for new facilitators in Gatineau from December 5 to 9, 2016.

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  • The JLP at the 2016 PSAC National Health and Safety Conference

    The JLP Quebec Regional Field Coordinators (RFCs), Manon Bouchard and Vicky Champagne hosted a kiosk at the PSAC National Health and Safety Conference which took place in Montreal from November 18 to 20, 2016.

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  • THE JLP WELCOMES NEW FACILITATORS

    The National Capital Region hosted an orientation session for new facilitators in Ottawa from November 21 to 25, 2016.

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  • The JLP at the First 2016 PSAC-Quebec Racially Visible Members Conference

    The JLP’s Quebec region held a kiosk at the PSAC-Quebec Racially Visible Members Conference which took place in Sainte-Adèle from November 4 to 6, 2016. 

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  • Mental Health in the Workplace Clinic

    From November 1 to 3, 2016, the Quebec region held a Mental Health in the Workplace (MHW) clinic for its facilitators. 

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  • The JLP at a National Managers’ Community Event, Ontario Region

    On November 1-2, 2016, the National Managers’ Community - in partnership with the Canada School of Public Service - hosted a Managers’ Exchange 2016 at the Evergreen Brick Works in Toronto, Ontario. 

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  • The JLP at the PIPSC Stewards’ Council

    On September 16th and 17th, 2016 the Quebec JLP Regional Field Coordinators (RFC) Vicky Champagne and Manon Bouchard, hosted a kiosk at the Stewards’ Council of the Professional Institute of the Public Service Canada (PIPSC).

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  • Webinar: Building a Mentally Healthy Culture: The Royal Canadian Mint

    The Mental Health Commission of Canada (MHCC) is hosting workplace webinars on the last Wednesday of every month at noon. The next webinar is titled Building a Mentally Healthy Culture: The Royal Canadian Mintand will be held on Wednesday, November 30th, 2016, from 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm (ET).

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  • Quebec Region: Portrait of two JLP facilitators

    The success of the JLP is based on the dedication of our facilitators. This Fall, while a number of recognition certificates were presented to facilitators from across Canada, the Quebec region recognized two facilitators who reached the milestone of having delivered 50 workshops. We are pleased to present you their profiles.

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  • Celebrating 4 000 Workshops

    The Joint Learning Program (JLP) is proud to announce that the 4 000th workshop milestone was reached and celebrated on October 5th, 2016. 

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  • The JLP Welcomes New Facilitators

    The Ontario Region hosted an orientation session for new facilitators in Kitchener from October 17 to 21, 2016.

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  • The JLP Welcomes New Facilitators

    The British Columbia-Yukon Region hosted an orientation session for new facilitators in Richmond from October 3 to 7, 2016.

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  • The JLP at the 2016 PSAC Atlantic Racially Visible Members Conference

    The JLP Atlantic region held a kiosk at the PSAC Atlantic Racially Visible Members Conference which took place in Halifax from September 23 to 25, 2016.

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  • The JLP Welcomes New Facilitators

    The Quebec Region hosted an orientation session for new facilitators in Montreal from September 19 to 23, 2016.

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  • Webinar - Mindfulness in Action: Experience Less Stress, More Joy, Peak Performance

    The Mental Health Commission of Canada (MHCC) is hosting workplace webinars on the last Wednesday of every month at noon. The next webinar is titled Mindfulness in Action: Experience Less Stress, More Joy, Peak Performance and will be held on Wednesday, September 28th, 2016, from 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm (ET).

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  • Happy Labour Day!

    Every year, Labour Day is celebrated on the first Monday of September. Many of us have forgotten the origin of this statutory holiday that marks the end of the holidays and the return to school. On the occasion of the upcoming Labour Day, which will be held on September 5, 2016, let’s take a moment to trace the history of this celebration.

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  • The JLP Welcomes New Facilitators

    The Prairies Region hosted an orientation session for new facilitators in Winnipeg from June 20 to 24, 2016.

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  • The JLP Welcomes New Facilitators

    From June 6 to 10, 2016, the Atlantic Region hosted an orientation session for new facilitators.

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  • PSAC-Atlantic Regional Women's Conference

    The PSAC Women's Program organizes conferences at regional and national levels, develops campaigns and initiatives on issues related to women's equality in order to provide important forums to strategize for positive change in women’s lives.

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  • Mental Health in the Workplace Clinic

    From May 25 to 27, 2016, the Ontario/Nunavut region’s Regional Field Coordinators, Teresa Morgan and Ryan Winger, organized a Mental Health in the Workplace (MHW)Clinic.

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  • Alex’s Departure and new Regional Field Coordinators’ team for the NCR

    Last month, the Joint Learning Program (JLP) wished a happy retirement to our friend and colleague, Alex Roussakis.

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  • Webinar: Protecting our Future: Helping those who educate

    The Mental Health Commission of Canada (MHCC) is hosting workplace webinars on the last Wednesday of every month at noon. The next webinar is titled Protecting our Future: Helping those who educate and will be held on Wednesday, May 25th, 2016, from 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm (ET).

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  • Mental Health in the Workplace Clinic

    From March 29 to 31, 2016, the Quebec region’s Regional Field Coordinators, Manon Bouchard and Vicky Champagne, organized a Mental Health in the Workplace Clinic (MHW). This learning event was divided in two segments.

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  • JLP’s Participation at the Quebec Regional Women's Conference

    Under the theme of "Our Struggles, Our Victories: The Strength of the PSAC Women”, the Public Service Alliance of Canada (PSAC) – Quebec Region, held its 11th Regional Women’s Conference from April 15 to  17, 2016. 

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  • Get Loud for the 65th Annual Mental Health Week

    The 65th Annual Mental Health Week is being held from May 2 to 8, 2016. Again this year, the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) is asking Canadians to GET LOUD for mental health!

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  • Webinar: Don’t Isolate Those Working In Isolation

    The Mental Health Commission of Canada (MHCC) is hosting workplace webinars on the last Wednesday of every month at noon. The next webinar is titled Don’t Isolate Those Working In Isolation and will be held on Wednesday, April 27th, 2016, from 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm (ET).

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  • RDAD Clinic in the Atlantic Region

    On March 8th and 9th, the Atlantic Region held a Respecting Differences / Anti-discrimination (RDAD) Clinic for its facilitators.  The Clinic provided the 14 participants with exposure to the newly updated kit as well as opportunities to practice and enhance their facilitation skills based on the experiential learning model.

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  • JLP Kiosk at the Atlantic Inter-departmental Learning Seminar

    On March 29th, JLP Regional Field Coordinators in the Atlantic region held a kiosk at the Atlantic Inter-departmental Learning Seminar. The theme of the event was Promoting Well-being through Civility and Inclusion.

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  • Webinar: Mentally Healthy Workplaces in the Legal Sector

    The Mental Health Commission of Canada (MHCC) is hosting workplace webinars on the last Wednesday of every month at noon. The next webinar is titled Mentally Healthy Workplaces in the Legal Sector and will be held on Wednesday, March 30th, 2016, from 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm (ET).

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  • Labour-Management Consultation Workshop Clinic

    On February 23 and 24, 2016, the Ontario Region held a Labour-Management Consultation (LMC) workshop clinic.

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  • The JLP at the 2016 Career Boot Camp

    The JLP Regional Field Coordinators in the Atlantic region held a kiosk at the Career Boot Camp - a national and interdepartmental event organized by the Canada School of Public Service.

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  • The International Women’s Day: “We want bread and roses too.”

    The first National Woman's Day was observed in the United States on February 28. The Socialist Party of America designated this day in honour of the 1908 garment workers' strike in New York, where women protested against working conditions.

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  • Armchair Discussions: Strategic Conversations – Effective Communication for Tough Dialogue

    Challenging conversations can be a source of tension and anxiety and as a result, it can be tempting to avoid them. This two-hour workshop, organized by the Canada School for Public Service, will offer some insight into how to become more strategic in these conversations with staff and colleagues.

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  • Black History Month Event in the Atlantic Region

    On February 17, 2016, the Atlantic Regional Field Coordinators (RFC) participated in an African Heritage Month event organized by the PSAC’s Halifax Human Rights Committee and the PSAC’s Halifax Regional Women’s Committee.

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  • Webinar: Understanding, Managing and Preventing Workplace Bullying

    The Mental Health Commission of Canada (MHCC) is hosting workplace webinars on the last Wednesday of every month at noon E.T. The next webinar is titled Understanding, Managing and Preventing Workplace Bullying and will be held on Wednesday, February 24th, 2016, from 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm (EST).

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  • Black History Month 2016

    Every year throughout the month of February, Canadians recognize Black History Month. It is a time to commemorate the history and honour the significant achievements and contributions made by Black Canadians within Canada’s cultural heritage.

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  • The JLP Welcomes New Facilitators

    From January 18 to 22, 2016, the Quebec Region hosted an orientation session for new facilitators.

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  • What Are Your Resolutions This Year?

    The beginning of a new year is usually celebrated with a few resolutions. Some of these can be both personal and professional. Whether you want to participate in creating a healthier and harassment-free work environment, eliminate the stigma related to mental health problems, improve working relationships or eradicate discrimination, the Joint Learning Program’s (JLP) workshops and approach may help you meet your goals!

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  • Webinar: Working towards Wellness - The Royal Canadian Mounted Police Program

    The Mental Health Commission of Canada (MHCC) is hosting workplace webinars on the last Wednesday of every month at noon E.T. The next webinar is titled Working towards Wellness - The Royal Canadian Mounted Police program and will be held on Wednesday, January 27th, 2016, from 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm (EST).

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  • The New Respecting Differences and Anti-Discrimination Workshop Is Now Available!

    As you know, the JLP is committed to the quality and relevance of all workshops that we offer. This requires the revision and updating of our kits and workshop material on a regular basis.

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  • JLP’s Participation in Quebec Region’s “Ability Fair”

    On December 3rd, International Day of Persons with Disabilities, an “Ability Fair” was organized by the Federal Public Service Interdepartmental Committee for the International Day of Persons with Disabilities at the Guy-Favreau Complex.

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  • Promotional Booth at the Employment Equity Awareness Day

    On November 26, 2015, the Regional Field Coordinators (RFC) of the Quebec region, Vicky Champagne and Manon Bouchard, held a promotional booth at the Employment Equity Awareness Day organized by the Department of National Defence’s consultation committee of the Montreal garrison.

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