Send us an e-mail to podcast@ssnb.ca In our latest episode Perley Brewer sat down with Maria Tarenta from Belfast, PEI, to hear her powerful story of loss, healing, and advocacy. At just 13 years old, Maria’s life changed forever when her father tragically died in a workplace accident. She shared what those first days were like, the challenges her family faced, and how grief reshaped their lives. Maria also spoke about the incredible support provided by Threads of Life, an organization dedica...
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Send us an e-mail to podcast@ssnb.ca In our latest episode Perley Brewer sat down with Maria Tarenta from Belfast, PEI, to hear her powerful story of loss, healing, and advocacy. At just 13 years old, Maria’s life changed forever when her father tragically died in a workplace accident. She shared what those first days were like, the challenges her family faced, and how grief reshaped their lives. Maria also spoke about the incredible support provided by Threads of Life, an organization dedica...
Send us an e-mail to podcast@ssnb.ca In our latest episode Perley Brewer sat down with Maria Tarenta from Belfast, PEI, to hear her powerful story of loss, healing, and advocacy. At just 13 years old, Maria’s life changed forever when her father tragically died in a workplace accident. She shared what those first days were like, the challenges her family faced, and how grief reshaped their lives. Maria also spoke about the incredible support provided by Threads of Life, an organization dedica...
Send us an e-mail to podcast@ssnb.ca Heavy equipment accounts for nearly 50% of workplace fatalities in New Brunswick—a trend that’s been rising over the past few years. In our latest podcast, Perley talked with Michel Cyr, Manager of Investigations at WorkSafeNB, to discuss why these incidents happen and what can be done to prevent them. From blind spots and alarm fatigue to the importance of signalers and proximity technology, Michel shares practical strategies and calls for industry collab...
Send us an e-mail to podcast@ssnb.ca Our latest SSNB Podcast episode features Kirk Westfield, an emergency responder who shares his powerful story of resilience and recovery. This conversation explores mental health, workplace safety, and the vital role of the WorkSafeNB/Travail sécuritaire NB Injured Workers Advisory Committee (IWAC) in supporting those impacted by workplace injuries. Kirk’s insights remind us why collaboration and advocacy matter in creating safer, healthier workplaces for ...
Send us an e-mail to podcast@ssnb.ca Road Safety & Trucking: What You Need to Know! Atlantic Canada’s economy runs on trucking—but sharing the road safely is everyone’s responsibility. In this episode, host Perley Brewer talks with Chris McKee, Executive Director of the Atlantic Provinces Trucking Association (APTA), about the critical safety challenges truckers face and what motorists need to know. 🎧 Listen now to learn: ✅ Why trucks have four major blind spots—and how to avoid them ✅ Wh...
Send us an e-mail to podcast@ssnb.ca In this episode, Perley Brewer speaks with Scott Maxwell, CEO of Wounded Warriors Canada, about their mission toprovide mental health services for veterans, first responders, and their families. Key highlights: ✅ How Wounded Warriors evolved from its roots in Afghanistan to a national leader in mental health care ✅ Innovative programs like COPE, Warrior Kids, and PTSD Service Dogs ✅ A groundbreaking partnership with WorkSafeNB/Travail...
Send us an e-mail to podcast@ssnb.ca Mary-Frances Zielinski, Flight Safety Officer with the Canadian Army, joins host Perley Brewer to share powerful insights on risk, leadership, and the human side of safety in high-tech environments. From flying combat missions in Iraq to drone regulations, this episode offers a unique perspective on managing risk in a rapidly evolving world.
Send us an e-mail to podcast@ssnb.ca In this engaging podcast, Chad Tupper, Safety Manager at Iron Maple Constructors, shares how the company earned the 2025 Safety Star Award from WorkSafeNB. From rigorous onboarding and union training standards to digital inspections and proactive leadership, Iron Maple’s safety-first approach is setting a high bar in construction across New Brunswick and Nova Scotia. Tune in to hear how their culture of “walking the walk” is making a real impact on jo...
Send us an e-mail to podcast@ssnb.ca Join us as we sit down with Keri Flowers, Health & Safety Coordinator at Richwil Truck Centre, recipient of the 2025 WorkSafeNB “Safety Star Award” presented at at the 2025 WorkSafeNB Conference in Fredericton. In this inspiring interview, Keri shares how Richwil built a strong safety culture, why safety is personal—and how it drives her passion.
Send us an e-mail to podcast@ssnb.ca In this podcast episode, Darrel Nickerson discusses UNB’s occupational health & safety certification programs with an emphasis on the importance of continuous learning for safety professionals. UNB’s programs are designed to enhance knowledge and skills in safety management and leadership, featuring online, self-paced courses with over 12,000 students enrolled.
Send us an e-mail to podcast@ssnb.ca In this podcast episode, Darrel Nickerson discusses UNB’s occupational health & safety certification programs with an emphasis on the importance of continuous learning for safety professionals. UNB’s programs are designed to enhance knowledge and skills in safety management and leadership, featuring online, self-paced courses with over 12,000 students enrolled.
Send us an e-mail to podcast@ssnb.ca Donna Van Bruggen’s son David was tragically killed while refueling a forklift on his lunch break in 2012. Donna is a speaker with Threads of Life and shares David’s story to emphasize how vital it is to remain aware of surroundings and alert to hazards in the workplace.
Send us an e-mail to podcast@ssnb.ca Tim Petersen joins us to discuss why 2024 was a defining year for WorkSafeNB and for workplace safety in New Brunswick.
Send us an e-mail to podcast@ssnb.ca Eugene discusses the findings of the 2025 State of Safety in Canada Survey, a national survey conducted by Threads of Life from February 27th to March 9th, 2025, among a representative sample of 1059 online Canadians who are members of the Angus Reid Forum.
Send us an e-mail to podcast@ssnb.ca Tim Petersen, WorkSafeNB President & CEO, joins us to discuss the 2025 Health & Safety Conference coming up October 8-10 at the Fredericton Convention Centre
Send us an e-mail to podcast@ssnb.ca Joe Roberts, known as the Skid Row CEO, went from living under a bridge in Vancouver's Downtown Eastside in 1989 to becoming a Canadian millionaire before he turned 35. The former heroin addict and street person went on to become a company president and CEO with help from a loving mother and street-based agencies. Tune in to hear his powerful story.
Send us an e-mail to podcast@ssnb.ca ARAUCO - North America was recently recognized with the 2024 CPA Safety Innovation Award for the installation of heated outdoor walkways to improve safety at their facility throughout the winter. Tune in to our interview with Jeremy Kelly to learn about the safety culture at ARAUCO and how innovation saves more than time—it protects our most valuable asset: our people.
Send us an e-mail to podcast@ssnb.ca This podcast features health & safety expert Nuala Reilly discussing the challenges young and female workers face in industrial settings. Nuala highlights the need for tailored orientations, hazard awareness, and hands-on supervisory guidance to ensure workplace safety.
Send us an e-mail to podcast@ssnb.ca Tune in to hear Evan Campbell explain how WorkSafeNB conducts data-driven inspections of over 30,000 workplaces to identify hazards and enforce safety compliance through both education and strict enforcement measures. He stresses that effective workplace safety depends on active practices and open communication—not just documentation—with a zero-tolerance standard for critical issues like fall protection.
Send us an e-mail to podcast@ssnb.ca Tune in to hear Natasha Ouellette, Regional Wildfire Ranger with the NB Dept. of Natural Resources & Energy share her knowledge and experience of fighting wildfires from a health and safety perspective.
Send us an e-mail to podcast@ssnb.ca Tune in on this International Day of Mourning to hear Marilyn d'Entremont share the story of her husband Lewis, who lost his life in a commercial fishing tragedy at sea and the impact it's had on her, and her family.
Send us an e-mail to podcast@ssnb.ca In our latest episode Perley Brewer sat down with Maria Tarenta from Belfast, PEI, to hear her powerful story of loss, healing, and advocacy. At just 13 years old, Maria’s life changed forever when her father tragically died in a workplace accident. She shared what those first days were like, the challenges her family faced, and how grief reshaped their lives. Maria also spoke about the incredible support provided by Threads of Life, an organization dedica...
