October 15, 2026 - Better Workspaces: The Ergonomic Edge

In celebration of Global Ergonomics Month, join the Surrey & White Rock Board of Trade for an engaging, interactive Business Growth Academy session on workplace health and safety.

Facilitated by WorkSafeBC Ergonomist Dr. Geoff Wright, this session explores why building a strong understanding of office ergonomics is essential at every level of an organization. Dr. Wright will connect workplace design to long-term employee well-being and host a live discussion to address your team's real-world setup challenges.

Key takeaways:

• Discover key insights from recent research on home, hybrid, and office workers.
• Learn why specific workstation setups lead to an increase in reported back pain symptoms.
• Get practical setup advice to improve comfort and posture across both home and office environments.
• Explore effective strategies to lower the risk of injury.