The summer is traditionally the time when young people head into the workforce, finding that sweet spot of summer earnings, for perhaps their education fund, a second or third-hand car, or maybe just a little extra spending money. Whether they are working on the family farm, life-guarding at their community pool or scooping ice-cream at the local Frosty Freeze, it is unlikely they have given much if any thought to potential workplace hazards that may be looming.

When PSHSA was formed in January 2010, we made a strong commitment to maintain and enrich our sector relationships. One of the ways that we have done this is through our three Advisory Councils in Education & Culture; Community & Healthcare; and Municipal & Community Affairs. The role of the councils is established in our Board policies, and their membership draws from a diverse mix of employer associations, sector representatives, clients and unions from across Ontario.