Awards Categories

Healthy Workplace Award

 This award recognises a credit union that prioritises the health, safety, and well-being of its employees through proactive, inclusive, and impactful workplace wellness initiatives. It celebrates organisations that understand a thriving team is essential to community impact and long-term success. 

What This Award Celebrates:

• Implementation of physical and mental wellness programs (e.g., fitness incentives, mindfulness workshops, ergonomic assessments).
• Access to mental health resources, such as Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs), counselling, or stress management support.
• Initiatives that promote work-life balance (e.g., flexible scheduling, remote work options, wellness leave).
• A culture of inclusion, psychological safety, and respect.
• Measurable outcomes or positive employee feedback showing the program’s effectiveness.

Eligible Activities Might Include:

• Hosting wellness weeks or mental health awareness events.
• Providing subsidies for gym memberships or healthy meals.
• Running regular health screenings or flu shot clinics at the workplace.
• Developing internal support networks or peer-to-peer wellness ambassadors.