Unlock the power of team building: How Ride for Heart can help

This article was provided by Heart & Stroke.

Teamwork is a driving force behind any organization’s success, but how can companies cultivate a culture of collaboration?

One of the ways employers can put teamwork at the forefront of their employee engagement strategy is through team building.

Team building is about forging connections, fostering collaboration and building a sense of trust amongst colleagues. And with effective team building, employers can foster a positive work environment that can lead to an increase in employee engagement, improve team communication and boost morale.

There are many different types of activities that employers can integrate into their team building strategy that are engaging, fun and challenging – and the Heart & Stroke Ride for Heart is no exception. 

Ride for Heart: Moving towards unity

Over the last 37 years, thousands of people across Canada have come together to get active and fundraise in support of breakthrough heart and brain research. And back for its second year, employers can utilize the Ride for Heart Corporate Health and Wellness Challenge platform in their next team building activity.

The Corporate Health and Wellness Challenge is a free program that encourages employees to work together to tackle physical activity and fundraising challenges throughout June to earn team prizes and recognition. The programming can be tailored to those who work from home or in the office, and it encourages employees to keep their own health and wellness top of mind while giving back to their community.

Employers can unlock the power of team building by joining the month-long challenge as a corporate team. Here are some of the benefits of registering:

• Shared purpose, stronger bonds: Whether employees ride, walk or run, they will all rally around one common goal – working together to help beat heart disease and stroke. As employees complete their kilometre and fundraising goals, they will have the opportunity to bond as they support one another and celebrate their achievements.
   
• Improved communication and collaboration: Effective teamwork hinges on clear communication and seamless collaboration. Coordinating fundraising efforts and working together to meet weekly challenges require open communication and collective decision-making – making Ride for Heart the perfect program to refine those skills.
   
• Stimulate friendly competition: By setting goals and cheering each other on, employees will foster positive competitive spirits that push everyone to do their best as they work together to earn badges while fundraising to beat heart disease and stroke.
   
• Creating a community connection: Beyond the individual team, Ride for Heart creates a sense of community among participants through fundraising, collaboration and gives those impacted by heart disease and stroke an opportunity to share their stories. This creates a sense of belonging and solidarity, further enriching the team building experience.

Start your team building experience today!

Team building is a continuous process of growth and learning. Ride for Heart provides companies with a unique opportunity to nurture teamwork while making a positive impact in the lives of people across Canada.

Companies can sign up for free, create their teams and start fundraising today by visiting RideForHeart.ca.

Anne Guilfoyle is vice president, community programs and engagement at Heart & Stroke.