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126

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Nov 2026

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About the show

Safety Services New Brunswick is a not-for-profit organization that has been specializing in workplace safety, road safety, and community safety since 1967. This podcast, hosted by Perley Brewer, launches in January 2023 and new interviews will be uploaded on a bi-weekly basis.The idea for a health & safety podcast came to life over the last month with the intent being - to provide a forum for both showcasing and educating New Brunswickers’ on workplace health & safety. Why a podcast? Today, individuals are turning more and more to different platforms to get their information. As New Brunswickers’, we all know that we drive a lot, to get to and from work, to attend meetings, to meet with clients, etc. Podcasts allow our listeners to tune into a podcast and to make good use of this otherwise wasted time.Our goal is to provide a podcast with both speakers and content that would be of interest to all health & safety practitioners and organizations in New Brunswick.In essence, we are a health and safety podcast for the New Brunswick health and safety community.As such, on a bi-weekly basis, we will upload a new podcast featuring health and safety professionals, as well as other health and safety guests such as injured workers or family members of workers who have died on the job.We will also provide to you, throughout our podcast, an email address (podcast@ssnb.ca) where you can reach us. We would appreciate your feedback, as well as your ideas for future podcast guests.Over the next year we want to feature speakers from not only Safety Services, but also from WorkSafeNB, the NB Construction Safety Association, the NB Continuing Care Safety Association, from the public and private sectors, from municipalities, etc.

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November 2, 2026Episode 2321 min

Practice What You Preach: Matt Sancton and Lou Totino of Sancton Access Inc. on Winning a WorkSafeNB Safety Star Award

Send us an e-mail to podcast@ssnb.ca 🎙️ New episode: SSNB Health & Safety Podcast Congratulations to Sancton Access Inc. , one of WorkSafeNB's 2026 Safety Star Award recipients. 🏆 In this episode, host Perley Brewer talks with Matt Sancton , the fourth-generation leader of the 116-year-old family business, and Lou Totino about how they've built a safety culture across about 250 employees in Atlantic Canada. In this episode: ✅ Why safety culture starts with leadership and "lead by example" ✅ How they get past "we've always done it this way" ✅ Bringing in hard hat chin straps before many sites required them ✅ Onboarding new workers by pairing them with experienced mentors ✅ Keeping a family-business culture as the company grows ✅ Why mental health is a top priority for 2027 Matt's advice to any organization: "Practice what you preach… don't be afraid to stick your neck out there and go above the standard." As he put it, "At the end of the day, the most important thing is everyone goes home in the same shape they came to work." 🎧 Listen now: https://www.safetyservicesnb.ca/services/podcast/ #WorkplaceSafety #HealthAndSafety #SafetyCulture #NewBrunswick #SafetyStar #WorkSafeNB #MentalHealth #Construction #SSNB

October 27, 2026Episode 2228 min

He was Training to Save Lives. He Should Have Come Home - Jessica Gillis - Threads of Life

Send us an e-mail to podcast@ssnb.ca He was training to save lives. He should have come home. In this episode of the Safety Services New Brunswick podcast, host Perley Brewer speaks with Jessica Gillis about her brother, Skyler Blackie, a firefighter who died following a training incident in 2019. Jessica shares who Skyler was, the lasting impact of his death on her family, and their efforts to prevent another family from experiencing the same loss. She also discusses the support she has found through Threads of Life - Association for Workplace Tragedy Family Support. Her message is clear: workplace safety cannot be an afterthought. It must be more than a policy on paper. Thank you, Jessica, for sharing Skyler’s story and reminding us why this work matters. 🎧 Listen to the interview: https://lnkd.in/gwDvARHy #WorkplaceSafety #ThreadsOfLife #SafetyServicesNB #Podcast

October 19, 2026Episode 2125 min

Workplace Injuries in Canada: What the Numbers Tell Us with Janet MacEachern, CEO, Association of Workers’ Compensation Boards of Canada

Send us an e-mail to podcast@ssnb.ca What do the latest numbers tell us about workplace injuries in Canada? In the latest Safety Services New Brunswick podcast, host Perley Brewer sits down with Janet MacEachern, CEO of the Association of Workers’ Compensation Boards of Canada (AWCBC), for a look at workplace injuries and occupational disease across the country. They discuss: ✅ Trends in workplace injuries across Canada ✅ The continuing impact of musculoskeletal injuries ✅ Injury rates in the healthcare sector ✅ Psychological injuries and PTSD ✅ Occupational disease and workplace fatalities ✅ How injury data can help guide prevention efforts With more than 152,000 accepted lost-time claims involving traumatic injuries to muscles, tendons, ligaments and joints in 2024 , the conversation is a good reminder of why prevention continues to matter. 🎧 Listen to the latest episode and learn more about what the national data is telling us. #WorkplaceSafety #HealthAndSafety #OccupationalHealthAndSafety #InjuryPrevention #WorkersCompensation #SafetyServicesNB

October 5, 2026Episode 2035 min

WorkSafeNB’s 2025 Annual Report: Progress, Priorities and What’s Ahead - Tim Petersen, President & CEO

Send us an e-mail to podcast@ssnb.ca What were the key workplace health and safety developments in New Brunswick in 2025—and what lies ahead? In our latest episode, host Perley Brewer speaks with Tim Petersen, President and CEO of WorkSafeNB , about highlights from the organization’s 2025 Annual Report, including: ✅ The lowest average assessment rate in WorkSafeNB’s history ✅ A $53-million performance refund to employers ✅ Improvements to benefits for injured workers and surviving spouses ✅ Progress in reducing workplace fatalities and traumatic psychological injury claims ✅ New supports for first responders and trauma-exposed workers ✅ WorkSafeNB’s ongoing modernization and plans for the years ahead ✅ Efforts to harmonize occupational health and safety requirements across Canada Tim also discusses the importance of psychological health and safety, partnerships with Wounded Warriors Canada and the Paramedic Association of New Brunswick, and why continued collaboration is essential to making New Brunswick workplaces safer. 🎧 Listen to the full conversation: https://www.safetyservicesnb.ca/services/podcast/ The SSNB Podcast is also available through Apple Podcasts, Spotify and other major podcast platforms. #WorkplaceSafety #HealthAndSafety #WorkSafeNB #NewBrunswick #PsychologicalHealthAndSafety #Podcast

September 28, 2026Episode 1932 min

Treating Mental Health Like Physical Health: Supporting Those Who Serve - Dr. Nick Carleton, Professor of Clinical Psychology, University of Regina

Send us an e-mail to podcast@ssnb.ca Mental health injuries among public safety personnel and trauma-exposed professionals are not signs of individual weakness—they can be a consequence of the challenging work these individuals perform on behalf of our communities. In the latest Safety Services New Brunswick podcast , host Perley Brewer speaks with Dr. Nick Carleton , Professor of Clinical Psychology at the University of Regina, and Michel Cyr , Manager of Investigative Services at WorkSafeNB, about an innovative mental health initiative originally developed with the RCMP. The program combines evidence-based training with confidential assessments and regular check-ins, helping participants monitor their well-being, recognize concerns early and access appropriate care. During the conversation, Cyr shares a compelling real-life example that demonstrates the program’s impact and how open, stigma-free conversations about mental health can create meaningful change—at work, at home and across generations. 🎧 Listen to the podcast to learn how research, organizational leadership and practical tools are helping us treat mental health with the same care and urgency as physical health. #PsychologicalHealthAndSafety #MentalHealth #WorkplaceSafety #PublicSafetyPersonnel #FirstResponders #TraumaExposedProfessionals #MentalHealthAwareness #WorkSafeNB #SafetyServicesNB #Podcast

September 21, 2026Episode 1832 min

AI and the Future of Work: Are We Ready for What's Next? - Dr. Arif Jetha, PhD Institute for Work & Health

Send us an e-mail to podcast@ssnb.ca AI and the Future of Work: Are We Ready for What’s Next? How will artificial intelligence reshape the future of work—and what will it mean for worker health and safety? In the latest Safety Services New Brunswick podcast, host Perley Brewer speaks with Dr. Arif Jetha of the Institute for Work & Health about the opportunities, risks and unanswered questions emerging as AI becomes more deeply embedded in Canadian workplaces. The conversation explores strategic foresight, seven major trends shaping work toward 2040, the importance of AI literacy, impacts across professional and skilled-trades occupations, and the need to ensure technological change supports safe, healthy and equitable work. Whether you are an employer, safety professional, policymaker or worker, this thoughtful discussion offers valuable perspective on how we can prepare today for the workplaces of tomorrow. Listen to the episode: https://www.safetyservicesnb.ca/services/podcast/ #ArtificialIntelligence #FutureOfWork #WorkplaceSafety #OccupationalHealthAndSafety #WorkerWellbeing #AILiteracy #SafetyLeadership #SSNBPodcast

September 14, 2026Episode 1746 min

Canada's Workplace Safety Wake-Up Call: Insights from the 3rd Annual State of Safety Survey - Eugene Gutierrez, Threads of Life

Send us an e-mail to podcast@ssnb.ca Canada’s Workplace Safety Wake-Up Call: Closing the Gap Between Awareness and Action Are Canadian workplaces truly as safe as we think they are? In this thought-provoking episode of the Safety Services New Brunswick Podcast , host Perley Brewer sits down with Eugene Gutierrez of Threads of Life to discuss the findings from the 2026 State of Safety Report . Their conversation reveals a troubling disconnect between what organizations say about workplace safety and what is actually happening on the front lines. While awareness remains high, progress in reducing workplace injuries and fatalities has slowed, and in some cases, stalled. Together, they explore critical issues affecting Canadian workplaces today, including: • Understaffing and workload pressures • Limited time for safety training and education • Emergency preparedness and response planning • Post-incident support and recovery • The impact of workplace safety culture • The emerging role of artificial intelligence in safety management The episode also delivers an important challenge to employers, safety professionals, and regulators across Canada: read the report, ask the difficult questions, and take meaningful action to close the gaps between awareness and action. 📌 Listen to the episode. 📌 Download the 2026 State of Safety Report from Threads of Life. 📌 Share this conversation with your colleagues and networks. Workplace safety cannot stop at awareness. It must be reflected in everyday actions, decisions, and leadership. Hashtags #WorkplaceSafety #OccupationalHealthAndSafety #SafetyLeadership #SafetyCulture #HealthAndSafety #ThreadsOfLife #StateOfSafety #WorkplaceTraining #InjuryPrevention #CanadianWorkplaces #SafetyPodcast #SSNB

September 7, 202620 min

Tim Petersen Previews WorkSafeNB’s 2026 Health and Safety Conference

Send us an e-mail to podcast@ssnb.ca We’re back! After a summer break, the Safety Services New Brunswick podcast returns with its first new episode—and it’s one you won’t want to miss. https://www.safetyservicesnb.ca/services/podcast/ In this episode, host Perley Brewer speaks with Tim Petersen, President and CEO of WorkSafeNB/Travail sécuritaire NB, for a preview of the 2026 WorkSafeNB Health and Safety Conference, taking place October 7–9 at the Fredericton Convention Centre. Tim shares what attendees can expect from Atlantic Canada’s largest and longest-running workplace health and safety conference, including 32 educational sessions, a sold-out trade show, valuable networking opportunities, the Safety Star Awards, and keynote presentations from Tessa Virtue, Will Gadd, and Captain Richard Phillips. Listen to the full interview to learn why this conference continues to be the place to connect, learn, and strengthen workplace health and safety across New Brunswick. If you’re planning to attend, register soon—last year’s conference sold out. 🎧 Listen to the episode, share it with your network, and let us know which conference session you’re most looking forward to. #WorkplaceSafety #HealthAndSafety #SafetyLeadership #WorkSafeNB #NewBrunswick #Podcast #ProfessionalDevelopment

June 2, 2026Episode 1539 min

Inside the Changing World of Work with Anne Tennier - President & CEO, CCOHS

Send us an e-mail to podcast@ssnb.ca In our recent podcast interview, Perley Brewer , sits down with Anne Tennier, President & CEO of the Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS) , to discuss the changing landscape of workplace health and safety in Canada. The conversation highlighted CCOHS’s longstanding mandate to support the physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being of workers, and the wide range of resources the organization provides to workplaces across the country — from free fact sheets, podcasts, videos, and apps to more specialized tools and training. Anne also shared insights on several key issues shaping the future of work, including: Mental health and psychological safety Artificial intelligence in the workplace The realities of a multi-generational workforce The need for practical, credible, and plain-language health and safety guidance The interview also touched on Anne’s strong ties to New Brunswick , where she completed both of her degrees at UNB and worked earlier in her career. The discussion also featured CCOHS’s upcoming Changing World of Work forum in St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador , which will bring together workplace health and safety leaders from across the country to explore emerging issues and innovative approaches. It was an informative conversation on how organizations can stay responsive, thoughtful, and forward-looking in supporting workers across Canada. #LinkedIn #WorkplaceSafety #OccupationalHealth #CCOHS #MentalHealth #PsychologicalSafety #FutureOfWork #Leadership #AI #WorkplaceWellbeing

May 25, 2026Episode 1431 min

It Changes Everything: A Leader’s Story of Loss, Accountability, and Safety - Jeremy Gauthier, Threads of Life

Send us an e-mail to podcast@ssnb.ca In our latest podcast episode, Perley Brewer sits down with Jeremy Gauthier ( Threads of Life - Association for Workplace Tragedy Family Support ), who shares a deeply personal and powerful story about a fatal workplace accident that changed his life forever. Jeremy takes us inside: The moment he received the call no leader ever wants The emotional impact on his team, organization, and family The hard lessons about accountability, leadership, and safety culture How the experience led him to a journey of sobriety, mental health awareness, and purpose-driven leadership This is more than a story about safety—it’s about: ✅ Leadership under pressure ✅ The human impact behind workplace incidents ✅ Why “people first” must be more than a slogan ✅ How small, consistent actions can prevent tragedy “You don’t think it will happen to you… until it does. And when it does, it changes everything.” If you’re a leader, supervisor, or anyone responsible for the safety and wellbeing of others—this conversation is a must-listen. 🎧 Listen to the full episode here: https://www.safetyservicesnb.ca/services/podcast/