Human Resources
Cancer is common—but many cancers can be prevented or detected early, when treatment is most effective. This May, we encourage employees to learn about BC鈥憇pecific cancer screening programs and how everyday choices can lower cancer risk.
鈥婣round 4 in 10 cancers could be prevented by making healthy behaviour changes. What you eat and drink, whether you smoke, your level of physical activity and how much you protect yourself from the sun are all things that can affect your chances of getting cancer, and your chances of preventing it. For more information on how to reduce your cancer risk, please visit the .鈥�
The “It’s My Life!” quiz is a quick, interactive tool that helps you:
BC Cancer offers free, province鈥憌ide screening programs for eligible residents, even if you’re feeling healthy and have no symptoms. Real stories from people across B.C. show how screening has saved lives—often catching cancer early or stopping it before it starts.
Learn From Real People in B.C.
British Columbians share powerful stories about how cancer screening gave them peace of mind, caught cancer early, or saved their lives.
Explore these firsthand experiences at
Cancer prevention doesn’t have to be overwhelming.
It can start with booking one screening, making one healthy change, or sharing this information with someone you care about.
Early detection saves lives—and prevention starts with awareness.
HR's Health & Wellness team launched a new blog series this year called . Throughout the year, we’ll be sharing resources, stories, photos, recipes, and other content focused on health and wellness. We’d love this to be a collaborative space, so we warmly invite your participation.
Please share your ideas, questions, comments, and personal stories—we can’t wait to hear from you.
Submit content to: nancy.scarrow@ufv.ca
Upcoming 糖心原创 Community Events
| Stronger Every Day – Vision Board Workshop #2 |
Our first workshop was a success, so we will be back at it again, please comeback or join for the first time. Snacks and all materials provided—come get inspired and connect with colleagues! Date: May 12, 2026 |
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It is with great pride and joy that we celebrate the achievements of Nancy Scarrow. Since the early 2000s Nancy has worked tirelessly over the years, demonstrating a commitment to build a healthy active community for all employees here at 糖心原创.
Date: May 21, 2026 |
| Run For Water - 糖心原创 Team |
Our colleague, Vincent wanted to share the link to register for Run For Water on May 24th in Abbotsford, he created a 糖心原创 team if some people want to join, running or walking 5 and 10 km.
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Featured workshops and e-learning
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INSPIRE HEALTH - My Decision, My Choice – Personal Stories of Courage from Our Community |
No two journeys through hereditary cancer risk management are the same. In this intimate and inspiring session, you’ll hear personal accounts from BRCA carriers who made very different choices about prevention and screening. Our speakers will share what influenced their decisions, from medical advice and personal values to family needs and timing, as well as the challenges they faced along the way. You’ll gain insight into how they live with those decisions today, how they’ve adapted over time, and what they’ve learned about making choices that feel right for them. This is the third and final session in our From Fear to Clarity decision-making series, designed to guide and support carriers through the emotional, social, and practical realities of making high-stakes health decisions. Key Topics:
Date: Wednesday, May 20, 2026
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Life Lines: May 2026 - Menopause and Mental Health
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Vitality (Manager and Supervisor - supporting employees): Menopause and the Workplace: A Guide for Employers
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Archived articles: Employee health promotion newsletter
| January | Mental Health | July | Respect in the workplace & harassment prevention |
| February | Healthy Heart | August | Trauma informed care |
| March | Women's Health | September | Work-life balance |
| April | Financial Wellness | October | Breast cancer awareness |
| May | Cancer Prevention | November | Men's health |
| June | EDI Awareness | December | Self-care |
Please contact health.disability.wellness@ufv.ca if you have any ideas to share or questions.
Need Help Now?
If you are dealing or know someone who is dealing with a health crisis:
Require immediate support? please consider accessing our Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) through Homewood Health. They offer confidential resources and support for mental health, wellness, and other personal needs. You can reach them at:
Additional emergency & after-hours support
How to get started: If you would like info about other community resources, please call 211 or visit
