It is with great sadness that we heard the news of the passing of BC's former Premier John Horgan. He was a great champion of the collective efforts of NIDMAR and PCU-WHS to achieve much-needed improved outcomes for disabled workers.

The CDMP Designation, Explained video sets out the leadership, opportunities, and impact that CDMPs can have, with their focus being to maintain employment for individuals living with a mental or physical impairment. They are specialized in effective early intervention, coordinating occupational rehabilitation, and guiding the process of returning an injured or disabled employee back into the workplace. This 6-1/2 minute video also identifies some of the many varied career opportunities and financial stability that this profession provides for those having the CDMP designation.

THE SIGNIFICANCE OF THE CERTIFIED DISABILITY MANAGEMENT PROFESSIONAL IN THE ADVANCEMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT

Grant supports a range of opportunities for BC employers and workers in developing enhanced workplace capacity to address accommodation challenges. Funding provided by the Government of Canada through the Canada-British Columbia Workforce Development Agreement.

Deadline for applications is July 15, 2024.

Please click on the following link to the PCU-WHS website: WDA Grant Scholarship for BC Residents

Many of the traditional HR functions involve aspects of disability management. HR practitioners may be directly or indirectly involved in return to work planning. This eight-course certificate program is designed for HR practitioners with disability management responsibilities and focuses on knowledge and skills that they use when workers incur disabilities. For further details, please click on the following link to the PCU-WHS website: DM from a HR Perspective

This eight-course Certificate Program addresses the mental health aspects of disability management for those responsible for return to work, disability management, human resources, and health and safety. For further details, please click on the following link to the PCU-WHS website: Effective Workplace Responses to Mental Health Certificate Program

PCU-WHS announced it has received the Education Quality Assurance (EQA) designation approved by the Ministry of Advanced Education, Skills and Training. Institutions carrying the EQA designation meet criteria beyond what is required by legislation, regulatory bodies and accreditation processes.

Grant Provides British Columbia Workplaces the Opportunity for Building a Culture of Accommodation
The WDA Grant that has been available to support BC employers and workers in developing enhanced workplace capacity to successfully address accommodation challenges for workers has been extended to March 31, 2027. Information regarding the various opportunities available under this grant initiative can be found on the following webpage: WDA Grant