The importance of whole life wellness in supporting recovery

Dr. Charl Els, Ashley Ianni, Mike Martens, and Ian Robb

Panel 1 – Occupational Health Stream – Recovery at Work – How to make your workplace recovery friendly

September 24th Day 2 – Macleod Hall A & B South Building 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM

The importance of whole life wellness in supporting recovery

Mike Martens ICBA

Session Description

ICBA provides a robust 12-month wellness program for free to construction workers in the hopes of building resilience and breaking down barriers to raising mental health concerns.

Learning Objectives

  • A program for construction workers
  • Addresses 12 wellness themes
  • Supported by leading group health benefits and robust marketing efforts

BIO

President, The Independent Contractors and Businesses Association (ICBA) Alberta. Mike Martens was announced as the first President of ICBA Alberta, a new chapter of Canada’s largest construction association, in March of 2023. He is a dynamic, respected advocate, and is focused on growing the construction, building, and resource development industries in Alberta. Prior to joining ICBA, Mike was Director of Public Affairs (Western Canada) for the Progressive Contractors Association of Canada. Working out of ICBA’s Calgary office, Mike works with the ICBA Alberta team to expand its member service offering in areas related to advocacy, group health benefits, training, and wellness programs designed for Alberta’s open shop contractors, builders, and entrepreneurs.

Other Panel Members

Join us for the Alberta Recovery Summit, hosted by the 9th Annual Recovery Capital Conference taking place on September 23rd, 24th, and 25th, 2025.

 Session Streams

  • Health Care and Recovery
  • Indigenous Health
  • Occupational Health and Safety

 Key Details

  • DAY ONE September 23rd – 5:30 pm 6:30: Early Badge Pick Up and Networking Reception, 6:30 pm to 8 pm Pre Conference Presentation
  • DAY TWO September 24th – 8:45 am to 5 pm: Keynote Speakers and Breakout Sessions
  • DAY THREE September 25th – 9 am to 5 pm: Keynote Speakers and Breakout Sessions

 Hotels

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Registration

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