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CCOHS Adds New Speakers and Workplace Safety Innovations to Finalize Forum 2026 Program 

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The Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS) has announced updates to the Forum 2026: The Changing World of Work (Forum 2026) program.

The October event in St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador, will explore emerging health and safety issues and highlight a diverse lineup of health and safety innovations and tools.

October 1, 2026 – St. John’s, NL – Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS)

The Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS) has announced updates to the Forum 2026: The Changing World of Work (Forum 2026) program.

Forum 2026 is a national workplace health and safety event being held on October 28 and 29 in St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador. Speakers from diverse backgrounds will share their expertise, forward-thinking ideas about the future of work, health, and safety, and guidance that organizations can use in their workplace.

The following special guests and highlights are newly confirmed for Forum 2026.

  • Dr. Steven Fischer, Professor; Associate Chair of Applied Research, Partnership and Outreach, University of Waterloo: on how emerging ergonomics technologies are helping organizations see musculoskeletal disorder risks in new ways, and how prevention depends on the programs built around those insights. 
  • Rob Stewart, Chief Science Officer-Applied Research Knowledge Services, Intactix Systems Inc., makes the connection between real-world applications of socio-technical science to how it supports stronger Criminal Code accountability, operational discipline, safety assurance, and business excellence before tragedy occurs. 
  • Paul Demers, Scientific Director, Occupational Cancer Research Centre: on opportunities and implications for Canada as the International Labour Organization (ILO) updates its guidance on occupational health and safety statistics to better address occupational diseases, workplace exposures, and emerging risks. 

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