Bring it to the Surface: World Mental Health Day October 10

The Canadian Diamond Drilling Association Bring it to the Surface Initiative would like to encourage all of our members to participate in World Mental Health Day.

1. Wear Bring it to the Surface Shirts
   Encourage staff and crews to wear Bring it to the Surface Shirts, take photos and share them with the CDDA. Order yours today at https://www.cdda.ca/healthandwellness/

2. Host a Toolbox Talk
   Dedicate a safety meeting or pre-shift toolbox talk to mental health awareness, focusing on stress management, work–life balance, or available supports.

3. Share Resources
   Distribute posters, helpline numbers, or fact sheets about mental health services available locally and nationally (e.g., crisis lines, EAP programs). Can visit https://www.cdda.ca/healthandwellness/ to see our resources.

4. Promote “Bring it to the Surface”
   Share CDDA’s mental health and wellness initiative with teams to normalize conversations about mental health in the diamond drilling industry.

5. Encourage Breaks & Check-ins
   Organize a “coffee and conversation” break where teams can connect casually and check in with one another.

6. Highlight Mental Health Champions
   Recognize individuals or teams in your company who are advocates for wellness, peer support, or mental health awareness.

7. Social Media Support
   Post about your company’s participation in World Mental Health Day on LinkedIn, Facebook, or Instagram, tagging CDDA to amplify awareness.

8. Workshops or Guest Speakers
   Invite a mental health professional to host a virtual or in-person session on managing stress, addiction awareness, or coping strategies in high-risk industries. See our Bring it to the Surface Speakers at https://www.cdda.ca/healthandwellness/.

9. Quiet Reflection or Mindfulness Activity
   Dedicate a few minutes in the day for guided breathing, mindfulness, or silent reflection.

10. Become a Bring it to the Surface Ambassador
    Email office@cdda.ca to learn more about becoming an ambassador of the Bring it to the Surface initiative to demonstrate your company’s commitment to mental health and wellness in the industry.