Welcome to Pause Collective
Menopause at work, managed right.
Our mission
Pause Collective helps organizations retain top talent, boost performance, and reduce absenteeism by addressing menopause in the workplace through strategic, expert-led solutions.
Rooted in both medical insight and business acumen, Pause Collective designs tailored programs that normalizes the menopause journey, reduces stigma, and delivers measurable outcomes. Services include workplace assessments, policy reviews, leadership and HR training, and inclusive education sessions—ensuring support isn’t just performative, but embedded into the culture. Built at the intersection of strategy, empathy, and evidence, Pause Collective helps employers create stronger, more inclusive workplaces where people can thrive at every stage of life and make their best contribution in the workplace.
Problem overview
Too many companies are losing top performers in silence.
Menopause can significantly impact focus, confidence, and engagement and contribution—yet most workplaces offer little to no structured support. These biological transitions are still treated as personal issues rather than strategic workforce challenges, despite affecting a growing segment of the employee population. The result? Increased absenteeism, reduced productivity, stalled careers, and costly talent loss and all the contribution that come with talent—especially among experienced, midlife professionals. When left unaddressed, the cost is both human and organizational.
1 in 3
women say menopause negatively affects their work performance
25%
of women experience severe menopausal symptoms
70%
of women are uncomfortable discussing menopause with HR
$3.5B
the estimated annual cost of unmanaged menopause to the Canadian economy
Source: Menopause Foundation of Canada, Workplace Health Studies, 2022–2023. Figures based on Canadian workforce data and national surveys of women aged 40–60.
Our solution
Too many companies are losing top performers in silence.
We deliver tailored, expert-led programs that help you retain talent, improve performance, and reduce absenteeism—by making menopause support a strategic advantage. Our services are evidence-based, workplace-ready, and designed to create lasting impact.