In this team activity, you will discuss what psychological competencies and demands mean to your team in a practical way.

Why participate?

The vision for a psychologically healthy and safe workplace is one that actively works to prevent harm to staff and faculty's psychological health, including in negligent, reckless, or intentional ways, and promotes psychological well-being. It's a continual improvement process where everyone has a role to play. Take part and contribute in creating a psychologically healthy and safe workplace and support the University’s Transformation 2030.

“Transformation 2030 is our coming-of-age story. It is our path to greater resilience, enabling us to fulfill our potential as we respond with integrity and creativity to the demands of our world.” 

Jacques Frémont, President and Vice-Chancellor

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Actions speak louder than words 

You can lead a collaborative conversation about the challenges of psychological competencies and demands by looking at these discussions from three different perspectives: the staff and faculty member, the team, and the manager. The following step-by-step guide is useful for both managers, staff and faculty.

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