Health and Safety

Canada’s National Workplace Health and Safety Website (CanOSH)
Access to information from government agencies responsible for workplace health and safety, workers’ compensation boards, and the Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS).

Health & Safety - HRSDC
 National standards to prevent work-related accidents and diseases in companies and organizations under federal jurisdiction.

Health Options at Work (HOW)
Free services through Toronto Public Health that assists and supports workplaces in becoming healthier and more productive where all employees enjoy the highest level of health and well-being.

Information for New and Young Workers in Ontario
Ministry of Labour frequently asked questions page for new workers or students on legislation regarding Health and Safety, Employment Rights, labour laws and other information.


Occupational Health and Safety Amendment Act
An Act to amend the Occupational Health and Safety Act with respect to violence and harassment in the workplace and other matters.

Ontario Ministry of Labour
Ontario legislation that protects workers against health and safety hazards on the job and enforcement of the law where compliance has not been achieved voluntarily.

Workers Health & Safety Centre
Private organization that answers health and safety concerns posed over the phone and delivers occupational health and safety training.

Workplace Safety and Insurance Board
Official site of Ontario's workers' compensation insurer.

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