New survey findings on Mental Health at Work

Toronto – February 18, 2026 – In 2025, 1,473 UFCW members from across Canada participated in UFCW Canada’s Mental Health at Work survey, sharing honest and often difficult experiences about mental health on the job. Their responses form the foundation of the Mental Health at Work Report.

The findings go beyond statistics. They capture the day-to-day realities workers face — on the shop floor, on the front lines with customers, and in physically and emotionally demanding workplaces — and point to what must change.

Several clear and concerning themes emerged from the survey results:

• Many respondents reported anxiety, fatigue, and burnout directly linked to their work.
• Nearly 4 in 10 said workplace mental health supports are inadequate.
• Only 28% felt comfortable disclosing mental health concerns to management.
• More than 1 in 5 reported living with a mental health disability.

Across sectors and regions, members identified common workplace factors contributing to poor mental health, including chronic understaffing, unsafe conditions, customer abuse, stigma, and a lack of meaningful accommodations.

All workers can now access the survey findings, including:

• An abbreviated summary highlighting key results and practical takeaways.
• The full Executive Summary, featuring member comments, insights, and action-oriented recommendations for Locals, stewards, and union leadership.

These survey results are not simply descriptive — they provide a roadmap for action. They highlight opportunities to strengthen bargaining language, improve training, and build safer, more inclusive workplaces.

Improving mental health at work is not an individual responsibility. It is a collective one, rooted in dignity, respect, and solidarity. UFCW Canada remains committed to turning member feedback into action and building mentally healthier workplaces across the country.