Be Involved

In Your Workplace

• Balanced Workplace Health Quiz - How does your workplace rate for wellness programs?
  This quiz will direct your workplace on how to start a workplace wellness committee and implement sustainable programs.
• Simcoe County Workplace Wellness Network
  This is your opportunity to link with Simcoe and Muskoka workplaces that share a common vision for the improvement of employee health. Join the distribution list to receive a quarterly e-newsletter containing resource and professional development information. Receive advance notice of conferences, workshops and other local educational opportunities.

In Your Community

• Good Food Box - Vegetable and Fruit Buying Co-ops  Search to find the site closest to your workplace. This program is available in various local communities to enhance access to economical fresh produce. Promote this program to employees, buy vouchers as prizes for employee challenges or become a distribution site.
• Simcoe County Farm Fresh
  This web site has maps that connect consumers directly to local farmers, farmers markets and businesses that are selling wholesome, nutritious food
• Local Food Drives
  Connect with your local food bank and hold a food drive. Encourage healthy donations with a poster and employee brochures.  
• Link with local community organizations that promote healthy eating, such as:
  • Canadian Cancer Society Simcoe Muskoka
  • Canadian Diabetes Association - Ontario
  • Food Banks in Simcoe County
  • Eat Well to Excel School Nutrition Programs (Simcoe)
  • Student Nutrition Program Muskoka
    Call Health Connection for more information at 1- 877-721-7520 or click simcoemuskokahealth.org.