Selected for presentation at the first Symposium on Health, Safety, and Wellbeing at the Expo 2025 in Osaka, Japan, this discussion explores the impact of leaders’ emotional intelligence on workplace wellbeing.  

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Canada’s labour market is in crisis, with many employers facing a chronic shortage of skilled employees, decreased productivity, and increasing mental health claims due to workplace stress and burnout. One notable factor emerging in organizations that are successfully navigating these challenges is emotionally intelligent leadership. 

In this critical session, panelists will provide research-backed insights and strategies: 

• Examine how emotionally intelligent leadership can foster a healthier, more productive work environment. 
• Identify trends, challenges, and opportunities in Canadian workplaces. 
• See how leadership EQ impacts organizational performance and employee mental health
• Take away strategies to teach EQ, improving team performance and wellbeing.