LANGLEY, B.C.- First West Credit Union is proud to announce that it has been recognized with a Canadian Workplace Well-Being Award, presented by the Canadian Positive Psychology Association (CPPA) and Workplace Strategies for Mental Health with Mary Ann Baynton. This prestigious award celebrates organization’s commitment to strengthening workplace well-being, employee mental health, and psychological safety.
“At First West, our team members are critical to our success, and this recognition is a testament to our ongoing efforts to create a supportive and inclusive work environment where every employee feels valued and empowered,” says Liz Bailey-Connor, Chief People and Culture Officer at First West Credit Union. “By embedding the principles of positive psychology into our culture, we provide our employees with the resources and support they need to flourish.”
Key patterns among the winning organizations included:
- A strategic approach where well-being and psychological safety are integral to the organizational HR strategy.
- Investment in enhanced mental health benefits and resources to help employees proactively manage their psychological health.
- Intentional efforts to create a culture of trust where employees feel heard, cared for, valued, and have a sense of belonging.
“The judging panel of ten experts in positive psychology and well-being were extremely impressed with the innovative programs, resources and support networks created by the 2024 winning organizations to foster employee mental health, well-being and sense of belonging”, says Louisa Jewell, President and Founder of the Canadian Positivity Association. “What is striking is the deep level of commitment to support employees to feel heard and understood when it comes to their well-being at work.”
For more information about the CPPA and its annual Canadian Workplace Well-Being Awards, visit: www.cppa.ca