Front-line and essential workers play a vital role in protecting and supporting communities during emergencies and disasters. Their work often places them on the front lines, where they face high-risk situations, intense pressure, and increased exposure to trauma. These challenges can have lasting impacts on their mental health and well-being.
To provide meaningful support, it is essential to develop a deeper understanding of their occupational experiences. By applying the core concepts of cultural competency, you can help ensure that front-line workers receive the recognition, respect, and care they deserve as they respond to crises across Canada.
Navigating this course:
- This course is divided into seven main lessons.
- You can take these lessons in order — or focus on the one(s) that seem most relevant to your experience.
- You can listen to the information using our audio player and/or download a PDF (coming soon) to save or print for emergency use.
