MIND THE GAP: Understanding Gender Differences in Mental Health at Work
October 16, 2025 12:00 PM to 1:00 PMOnline - Saskatchewan Time
Area of Interest:
Benefits
Format:
Web
An online seminar hosted by CPBI Pacific, Southern Alberta, Northern Alberta and Saskatchewan Regions. |
Please join us for an online seminar on October 16, 2025. | Mental health affects everyone—but not always in the same way. In this thought-provoking session, we’ll explore how mental health challenges present differently across genders, from biological differences to the powerful influence of social roles and cultural expectations. With a focus on the workplace, we’ll examine how internalized disorders like anxiety and depression often impact women, while men more frequently experience externalized disorders such as substance misuse. Attendees will gain insight into emerging trends, underdiagnosed symptoms, and the crucial role of stigma, isolation, and support networks. We’ll also discuss what employers can do—from targeted mental health strategies to inclusive benefit designs—to better support the unique needs of all employees. Join us for an essential conversation that will help you build a more informed, empathetic, and mentally healthy workplace. |
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Cancellation Policy
Cancellations will be accepted by 12:00 noon the day before the session. Non-attendees or cancellations received after this time will not be reimbursed.
This session will be presented by: | | | 
| Carmen Bellows
Director, Mental Health
Sun Life Financial Carmen is a Registered Psychologist with a Master degree in Counseling Psychology. She has extensive experience in the field of psychology including community and workplace mental health. She is a contributor to the mental health strategy at Sun Life and previously on the board of directors for the Canadian Psychological Association. Her clinical experience includes critical incident response, large employee and family assistance programs, outpatient psychiatry departments and private practice. Carmen speaks locally and nationally on numerous mental health related topics for both business and the greater health community. She is actively involved in provincial and national working groups for mental health related topics including chronic pain and addiction, while also maintaining an active private practice. As a Director of Mental Health Solutions, Carmen collaboratively works with various Sun Life business units to ensure mental health knowledge, and best practice is embedded throughout our work. She is passionate and driven to positively affect the lives of a Canadians. | | | | | |
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When Thursday October 16, 2025
Presentation - 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM MT/SK
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM PT CE credit quiz to follow | | Registration Fee Members: $20
Non-Members: $55
Sponsorship: 1 credits GST #106865330 RT0007 | | | | Where Online - Access information will be sent to all registrants one day in advance of the online session. Please plan to log in 10 minutes prior to the start of the session. This session will be recorded and available to registrants. | | Who Should Attend: - Plan Sponsors
- Education Specialists
- Human Resource Professionals
- Retirement Professionals
- Consultants and Brokers
- Employers, leaders and managers
| | | | CE Credits To receive a Certificate of Attendance for the Insurance Council of Saskatchewan and CPHR Saskatchewan, participants must complete a short quiz at the conclusion of the seminar. Successful completion qualifies you for continuing education credits.
If you required Alberta Insurance Council, CPHR Alberta or CPHR BC, please let us know.
| | Questions Krista Frayn
Phone: (888) 788-3185
[email protected] |
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Brokers, advisors, consultants, HR personnel and insurers who are involved with drug benefits for employee plans.