Welcome to the 2026 conference, where leadership, workplace culture, recovery, respect, and resilience take center stage. This year’s program brings together industry experts and thought leaders to explore the human side of safety, leadership, and organizational success in construction.

From building recovery-inclusive workplaces and strengthening peer support networks to developing authentic leadership skills, fostering respectful teams, and managing the pressures of a fast-paced work environment, attendees will gain practical strategies they can apply immediately in their organizations.

Featured Sessions:

The Peer Support Recovery Navigator Story, the Science Behind It, and Why Construction Needs Safety to Lead the Next Cultural Shift

• Explore Canada’s first construction-specific, peer-led recovery support program.
• Learn how safety professionals can help create recovery-inclusive workplaces.
• Discover the growing provincial Peer Support Recovery Navigator (PSRN) network and its role in advancing cultural change across BC construction.

The Marks of Leadership: What My Police Dog Taught Me

• Learn powerful leadership lessons through real-world stories and experiences.
• Discover how trust, accountability, authenticity, and service create stronger teams.
• Gain practical tools to inspire others and lead with confidence.

Respectfully, Up Yours! How to Play Nice at Work

• Examine the impact of respect and disrespect on workplace safety, health, and culture.
• Learn practical strategies to strengthen teamwork, communication, and engagement.
• Explore how individual actions contribute to a more respectful workplace.

CrazyBusy: Relief to Find Immediate Balance in a Fast-Paced World

• Discover simple micro-resets that reduce mental overload and distraction.
• Learn techniques to stay focused and present during demanding workdays.
• Improve decision-making and resilience in high-pressure environments.

And more...

Join industry leaders, safety professionals, supervisors, and employers for a day of learning, collaboration, and practical insights designed to strengthen workplace culture and support healthier, safer, and more productive teams.