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Health awareness campaigns

May - Cancer Prevention

Cancer prevention is a powerful step toward living a longer, healthier life. Making small, informed choices today can reduce your risk of developing many types of cancer in the future. Just like financial wellness, cancer prevention impacts our overall well-being, influencing not only physical health but also our ability to lead active, fulfilling lives.

When we prioritize prevention, we are investing in our future — staying healthier for longer, reducing the burden on our families, and potentially avoiding the emotional and financial stress of a cancer diagnosis.


The Canadian Cancer Society and other health organizations have shared valuable insights into the benefits of cancer prevention:

Improved overall health

By adopting healthy lifestyle habits like staying active, eating well, avoiding tobacco, and limiting alcohol, you not only reduce your cancer risk but also support heart health, mental clarity, and energy levels.

Earlier detection and better outcomes

Regular screenings and awareness of your body can help detect cancer early, when it’s most treatable. Knowing what to look for and speaking with your healthcare provider empowers you to take control of your health.


While the idea of preventing cancer can feel overwhelming, it doesn’t have to be. Whether you’re making changes to your diet, quitting smoking, scheduling a screening, or simply learning more, every step counts. Resources are available to support you on this journey toward a healthier life.

External Resources

Men’s Health Check – Canadian Men’s Health Foundation

Find Cancer Early – Canadian Cancer Society

Breast Screening in BC – BC Cancer

 

Resources and education materials

Teledoc Health

Teledoc Health - September 2023

Homewood Health

  • E-Learning e-courses - self-directed and self-paced: e-course catalogue
    • Taking control of your mood
    • Taking control of your stress
    • Resilience
    • Responsible optimism

Homewood's Plan Smart Lifestyle and Specialty Counselling Services: catalogue of service descriptions for employees

  • 12 Weeks to Wellness - Ready to take your health and well-being to the next level? Homewood’s 12 Weeks to Wellness Program may be what you are looking for. Homewood’s program uses a comprehensive, self-directed approach to support behaviour change. You will have access to life coaching, nutritional counselling, and health risk assessment over a 12-week period. One call to Homewood at 1-800-663-1142 is all it takes to get started. Plan Smart empowers you with the information and support you need to take a comprehensive approach to behaviour change. Homewood makes it simple to get started and guide you step-by-step.

Wellness Together Canada - online platform launched by the Federal Government for all Canadians of all ages to access mental health and substance use support. Click here to access.

 

Health and well-being awareness monthly campaigns

 

  January   Mental Health 
  February   Healthy Heart
  March   Women's Health
  April   Financial Wellness
  May   Cancer Prevention
  June   EDI Awareness
  July   Respect in the workplace and harassment prevention
  August   Trauma informed care
  September   Work-life balance
  October   Breast cancer awareness
  November   Men's health
  December   Self-care

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