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16 September 2024

5 Simple steps to get ready for the Construction Challenge

Movember
3 minutes read time

The 2024 Construction Challenge is revving up.

For 30 exhilarating days, we're rallying Canada's construction industry to champion a cause that hits close to home. It's more than just the thrill of competition -- it's about standing up for the 1 in 8 Canadian men diagnosed with prostate cancer and shedding light on the staggering reality that 75% of lives taken by suicide are by Canadian men.

Joining the Movember Construction Challenge is simple. Gear up to stand shoulder-to-shoulder with companies big and small across the industry.

Step 1: The Movember basics

  • Sign up and create your personal Movember page, also known as a Mo Space.
  • Create your Team Page: Once on your Mo Space, scroll down to the Team section and follow the steps to create your company Movember team.
  • Customize your Team Page: Get creative! Choose a catchy team name, upload a spirited photo and craft an inspiring Mo-tivational story to inspire your colleagues to join you.

Step 2: Join the Canadian Construction Challenge

  • Are you up to the challenge?: Once your team page is live, fill out this form – now you're ready to Mo! Keep an eye on the challenge page to track updates and see where your team stands on our live leaderboard.
  • Need assistance: We've got your back. Shoot an email to Tyler at tyler.watkins@movember.com and he'll help you out.

Step 3: Assemble your dream team

  • Spread the word: Rally your colleagues to join the cause using email, company intranet and social media. Use our handy communications guide to get started, and don't forget to share your team page URL far and wide.
  • Assemble your crew: Find a co-captain and a few passionate allies that can help you strategize, recruit teammates and execute events. Better yet, invite senior leaders, HR, CSR, and Employee Resource Groups to get more Mo-mentum behind your campaign. Dive into our corporate support guide for added prowess.
  • Top secret recruiting strategies: Shhh don’t tell anyone. We've got 9 secret strategies to help you gather the best of the best for your team.

Step 4: Plan your campaign

  • Set high but achievable goals: Goals create purpose. Whether it's a fundraising target or a specific team size, clear objectives will keep everyone charged and focused. Dreaming big? Tyler’s here to back you up: tyler.watkins@movember.com.
  • Map out your campaign: Craft your recruitment plan, schedule that electrifying kick-off event, and plan a wrap-up bash that no one will forget. Our workplace resource hub is packed with ideas and inspiration.
  • Lean into the fun: Work isn’t all about work. Connection between colleagues matters. Take the lead, get creative and have fun with this. Bring in a razor and host a shave down event on November 1st, or share moustache progress pictures with colleagues on Slack. You could even start a friendly competition with your boss on who can raise or grow the most!
  • Incorporate Movember Safety Mo-ments: Use health and wellness safety moments to spark meaningful conversations throughout the campaign.
  • The truth: Movember is a 30 day vehicle to build camaraderie and inject a bit of fun into the daily grind of work. Enjoy it and make it your own.

Step 5: Wrap up in style

  • Wrap up in style: Throw an end-of-month awards ceremony to toast the top fundraiser, Movers and, of course, the most memorable Mos with our event guide.
  • Maximize impact: Ask your employer if they will double the impact by matching your team’s fundraising efforts.
  • Say thank you: A heartfelt "thank you" goes a long way. Make sure to acknowledge and appreciate every supporter, participant, and contributor.

BONUS TIP

Challenge your rivals: Got a competitor or supplier in the industry you're eager to challenge? Or an ex-teammate now with a rival company? Here's your shot! Encourage them to join the Movember Construction Challenge. By bringing them into our hairy world you not only amplify the competition, you’re also helping increase our collective impact on men's health.

The 2024 Canadian Construction Challenge awaits. Get excited and get involved. Sign up today. Are you up to the challenge?