Managing absence, whether injury related or due to personal issues is not for the faint of heart. It is challenging for all those involved. Now that WCBNS has introduced legislation and a new policy, effective September 1, 2024, covering ‘Gradual Onset Stress’ that arose from work, there is a heightened sensitivity for employers. Dallas Mercer has been working in this field for over 30 years. This presentation will dive into the impacts of work and absence from work.
- What am I allowed to ask?
- When can I call and how often?
- What information do I need?
- Do I call the doctor?
- Is it okay for them to work?
Sound familiar?
In this presentation, Dallas will examine work and the workplace and the role of all parties while debunking some myths. You might be surprised by some of her research findings as she will cross some boundaries, spark some introspection, and dare us to envision a future where work, health and productivity intertwine to create a more resilient and healthier workforce.
Don’t miss this opportunity to ignite a long overdue conversation from a different perspective that we all desperately need to hear. Dallas will attempt to confront some truths that challenge conventional wisdom, unraveling a narrative that has long been accepted.
Featured Speaker:
Dallas Mercer
Dallas Mercer is the President and CEO of Dallas Mercer Consulting (DMC), a company she founded in 2002 that has grown into a nationally recognized leader in workers’ compensation, sick leave, and occupational health and safety services. Under her leadership, DMC has expanded to a team of 50+ employees, including disability managers across Canada, helping employers navigate complex workplace challenges.
Dallas holds a degree from Memorial University and has further honed her expertise through executive education programs at Harvard Business School and Ivey Business School. A highly respected business leader, she has earned numerous accolades, including induction into the Atlantic Canada Business Magazine Top 50 CEO Hall of Fame, being named one of Atlantic Business Magazine’s "25 Most Powerful Women in Business" (2023), and receiving the CANIE Woman Entrepreneur Award (2020).
Beyond her business success, Dallas is a dedicated mentor for female entrepreneurs, committed to fostering the next generation of leaders. She resides in Paradise, NL, with her family.
FEES: FREE
