Alberta Workers' Health Centre

The Alberta Workers' Health Centre is a registered charitable, non-profit organization established in 1983. It focuses primarily on supporting workers across Alberta by advocating for healthier and safer workplaces.

Mission and Activities

The Centre's mission involves providing information, education, and empowerment to workers. It delivers these services through various programs, including:

• Information: Offering resources on health hazards at work, legislation, and legal rights related to workplace health and safety[1].
• Education: Conducting courses tailored for Health and Safety Committee members, Health and Safety Representatives, vulnerable workers, and health and safety advocates[1].
• Empowerment: Assisting workers in developing strategies to improve workplace safety, providing referrals to relevant organizations, and raising public awareness about workplace safety issues[1].

Research and Advocacy

The Centre conducts significant research in the field of workplace health and safety. This includes studies on barriers facing workers in hazard identification and control processes. Their research draws from a combination of field observations, interviews, focus groups with workers, and reviews of published research articles[2]. The Centre also plays a crucial role in advocating for workers' rights by listening to their concerns and addressing workplace issues effectively[3].

Legal Status

The Alberta Workers' Health Centre is registered under the Business Registration Number 106687452RR0001, reinforcing its legal status as a charitable organization.

Impact

By providing educational support and advocating for workers' rights, the Centre contributes to creating safer and healthier workplaces in Alberta. This aligns with broader efforts by other organizations and government entities to enhance occupational health and safety in the region[5].