Men in Trades Are Overrepresented in Substance-Related Deaths
The construction industry is facing a growing crisis. Workers in trades are at higher risk for mental health challenges and substance-related harms. The Tailgate Toolkit is here to change that.
Bring the Tailgate Toolkit to your worksite today.
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Supporting Calgary’s Construction Workforce: Tools for Healthier Worksites
Developed to support the construction workforce, Tailgate Toolkit is a Harm Reduction Program that provides practical resources, training, and tools directly to job sites, helping to reduce stigma, open conversations, and create healthier, safer environments for everyone.
Bring the Tailgate Toolkit to your worksite today.

Why the Tailgate Toolkit?
Construction workers deserve workplaces where their health and safety come first—not just physically, but mentally and emotionally too. The Tailgate Toolkit delivers:
- Toolbox Talks: Straightforward, on-site conversations to reduce stigma and
promote mental wellness. - Resource Guides: Practical tools that save lives.
- Leadership Training: Equip leaders to recognize challenges and offer
support. - Support for Workers: Immediate access to tools and guidance when it’s needed
most.
We meet workers where they are—on job sites, in workshops, and within their
communities.
Take the first step toward a healthier worksite.
Resources
Real People. Real Support.
The Tailgate Toolkit Team is comprised of compassionate, trained social workers and educators. With a variety of experiences in the harm reduction field and the construction sector, we’re ready to equip you with the tools to make discussions around substance use, mental health, and pain management; creating a safer, healthier industry.
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Building Stronger Workplaces Together
The Tailgate Toolkit reflects a collaborative approach, shaped by input from industry leaders, health professionals, and construction workers themselves. By fostering a culture of care and support, we can tackle the unique challenges tradespeople face every day.
Together, we’re not just building worksites—we’re building a future where every worker can thrive.