Mental health resources improving employee productivity, retention: survey
Source: www.benefitscanada.com A majority (88 per cent) of human resources professionals believe mental health resources can increase productivity, employee retention (86 per cent) and organizational return on investment (78 per cent), according to a new survey by the Society for Human Resource Management Foundation. It found while 90 per cent of respondents said mental health […]
Finally heading back to the office? It’s getting more expensive to do that
Source: cbc.ca Organizations are under pressure to boost wages and supports, experts say Ten years ago, Nola Simon caught an unlucky break that gave her an extended preview of the future. Back then, she was taking part in a pilot project at her workplace, which allowed participants to work from home some of the time. […]
Canadian employers increasing salary for current staff to help close wage gaps: survey
Source: www.benefitscanada.com Many Canadian companies are taking measures to increase pay equity among employees, with 69 per cent saying they’ve observed salary discrepancies between new hires and more tenured staff in the past year, according to a new survey by Robert Half Canada Inc. The survey, which polled more than 200 C-suite executive across a […]
How to help clients plan for career changes
Source: www.investmentexecutive.com Financial advisors are seeing noticeable changes in clients’ financial and retirement planning priorities when it comes to their careers Since early 2021, millions of workers worldwide have quit their jobs in pursuit of something better.
The do’s and don’ts of conflict management
Source: www.hcamag.com There are several approaches people should take to try to reach a constructive conversation Dealing with, navigating and resolving conflict in the workplace and in life is such a critical topic and important skill set. If everybody were fantastic at resolving conflict, the world would be a better and easier place.
Why companies need to invest in workers’ careers — or kiss top talent goodbye
Source: www.thestar.com Employers are struggling to find skilled workers during the pandemic, but they’re missing out on a key recruitment and retention tool: career development The Great Reshuffle has many workers on the move — and it’s creating significant challenges for Canadian businesses of all sizes. According to an Environics survey of 500 Canadian executives […]
Sabbaticals can help with talent attraction and retention, say experts
Source: www.benefitscanada.com Sally Phuong took a four-week sabbatical from her job as an account executive at Sun Life Financial Inc. last year so she could participate in a professional floral design program at the Canadian Institute of Floral Design in Toronto. Phuong, 37, plans to retire at 55 from Sun Life and open her own […]
Canadians call for career change – here’s why your team is quitting
Source: hcamag.com Over half of Canadians are looking to make a full-blown career change this year – that’s according to new data from Indeed. Released earlier this week, Indeed’s market report found that while 46% of Canadian workers are considering switching jobs this year, 52% want to leave their current field for pastures new. So, […]
Working from home poses risks to both employer and employees
Source: midlandtoday.ca ‘Are we going to see a complete shift to remote working opportunities, or is it going to be too much of a hassle?’ asks lawyer The pandemic saw a huge movement of people shifting their work spaces from downtown office buildings to home-based offices, creating great benefits to employees and employers alike.
Burnout leading Canadians to life-changing decisions of employment, relationships
Source: globalnews.ca Some Canadians say they’ve found two silver linings during a global pandemic that has forced them to wipe activities off their calendars during lockdowns — a pregnant pause and the realization that quitting isn’t all that bad. “Anybody who tells me I’m going to quit something, I will champion them all the way,” […]
Ontario passes new rules aimed at work-life balance for employees
Source: cp24.com The Ontario government has passed new laws it says will help employees disconnect from the office and create a better work-life balance. On Tuesday, the government said it passed the “Working for Workers Act,” which requires Ontario businesses with 25 people or more to have a written policy about employees’ rights when it […]
Feeling burned out? Four workplace predictions for 2022
Source: www.hcamag.com CEO reveals four HR highlights heading into the New Year The Great Resignation is coming for Canada – are you ready? With more and more employees opting to leave their current roles for pastures new, HR leaders are left with a major talent shortage on their hands. The gig economy is more popular […]
Essential soft skills to become a great leader
Source: www.hcamag.com How can leaders develop qualities like compassion and confidence? Soft skills can distinguish between a good and great leader. This applies to both HR and business leaders. Any individual can hold a title and have a team of staffers, but you’ll only be as effective as your ability to communicate, be compassionate or […]
Right-to-disconnect legislation welcome, but experts say workers won’t benefit equally
Source: cbc.ca Legislation is ‘nice as a public relations move,’ says employment lawyer With many Canadians still working from home thanks to the COVID-19 pandemic, proposed legislation that would offer workers a right-to-disconnect from the office is welcome — but experts warn it could be ineffective without clear rules and incentives.
Nearly half of disability claims among younger employees related to mental health: RBC report
Source: www.ctvnews.ca A new report from RBC Insurance has found that nearly half of long-term disability claims among younger employees in 2021 were related to mental health issues. The report, released Wednesday, says the COVID-19 pandemic has “opened the door” to a better understanding of individual mental health needs as many employees prioritize workplace benefits […]
Amidst resignation boom, new Sun Life survey finds employers must step up mental health support
Source: www.newswire.ca One in 10 Canadians say they have left or have considered leaving a job over lack of mental health support TORONTO, Oct. 1, 2021 /CNW/ – While Canadian employers consider what the future of work looks like, Sun Life says that a mental health strategy must be part of the plan to help curb Canada’s mental health crisis. […]
Who actually gets Sept. 30 off this year in Ontario?
Source: toronto.ctvnews.ca With Ontario confirming that Sept. 30 will not be a provincial statutory holiday, many people are wondering if they get the day off work. National Day for Truth and Reconciliation will be observed in Ontario only has a federal holiday, which means provincially regulated businesses are not required to give employees the day […]
Curbing the Great Resignation: Numbers to Know in Canada’s Tight Labour Market
Source: www.newswire.ca Robert Half Salary Guide Reveals What it Takes to Land and Retain Top Talent TORONTO, Sept. 27, 2021 /CNW/ – Research from the just-released 2022 Salary Guide from Robert Half shows the Great Resignation trend may accelerate across Canada, and robust compensation packages will be critical for recruiting new talent. Following are five key trends for employers […]
One third of employees feel disconnected from their leaders
Source: www.hcamag.com The issue is causing mass resignations One in three employees have reported feeling disconnected from their leadership teams, according to a new study, as interactions between employees and employers plunged amid the pandemic. The latest 2022 Global Culture Report from O.C. Tanner, which sought the responses of over 38,000 employees across 21 nations, […]
‘Leadership refocus’ needed to tackle challenges in post-pandemic workforce
Source: www.hcamag.com Intentional connections with employees key to strengthening remote work environments Time and time again, research from the O.C. Tanner Institute has found that executive leaders who cultivate genuine connection with their employees create a sense of belonging that bolsters engagement, strengthens workplace culture and ultimately drives business goals.
How today’s workplace leaders can become more inclusive
Source: www.ohscanada.com Inclusion helps create conditions for diversity — the makeup of your team that encourages members to thrive in all aspects, from job performance to physical and psychological health Successful leaders are inclusive leaders who ensure their teams experience a welcoming, caring, and open workplace. Their approach and style reduce perceived fear and concern, […]
1 in 4 young adults believe they work harder than previous generations
Source: studyfinds.org Many young adults will tell you they’ve had a much harder time securing steady employment, home ownership, and financial stability than their parents. Conversely, it’s become very common for older adults these days to call younger generations lazy and distracted. Wherever your opinion falls in the debate, a recent survey finds young people […]
Lawyers catch the fever as companies crank up COVID-19 office policies and rules
Source: financialpost.com The back-to-office transition is looking like a boom for the legal profession Let’s start this week by digging deeper into all these workplace vaccine guidelines coming out. Is it just us or are the lawyers getting into this in a big way? The whole work-from-home experiment was awkward, but the back-to-office transition is […]
Feeling anxious? You could have Out of Office panic
Source: www.hcamag.com Almost half of employees suffer the side effects Returning to more work and feeling guilty about taking paid time off (PTO) are the most common reasons behind out-of-office anxiety for employees, a new study has revealed. A study by SkyNova found that 48% of employees said coming back to more work is main […]
An effective hybrid workforce demands the right leadership skills to support it
Source: www.obj.ca With the need for a distributed workforce waning, Canadian professionals across industries are showing they expect the same flexibility in terms of when and where they work to continue post-pandemic. And employers that fail to deliver on the promise may push their employees to start looking elsewhere.
With employee wellness top of mind, more companies push fitness programs as the hybrid return to the office begins
Source: digiday.com With the return to the office at hand, more companies are making the wellness of their people a priority — and that includes physical fitness. Now, some employees have a high-profile workout buddy to help keep them on course. Wayfair, Samsung, SAP, Accenture Interactive and Sky are among the companies joining Peloton’s new […]
‘The tide is really turning’ on support for COVID-19 vaccine passports, expert says
Source: cbc.ca Ontario will eventually follow Quebec’s lead, Bryan Thomas predicts Ontario Premier Doug Ford has rejected adding vaccination certificates and mandating immunizations in workplaces, but one legal expert who’s argued in favour of so-called vaccine passports believes they’re inevitable. “I think the tide is really turning,” with more people supporting the idea, said Bryan […]
Here’s what Canada’s business leaders think about heading back to the office
Source: cbc.ca No one-size-fits-all approach will work — and companies that aren’t flexible will suffer It’s been more than 500 days since millions of Canadian employees were forced to suddenly work from home because of COVID-19. While the pandemic is far from over, some workplaces are starting to tackle the tough questions of when and […]
Canadians unsure about return to workplace plans, mental strain increased
Source: kitchenertoday.com New survey suggests many Canadian workers unsure about return to workplace Canadian workers are unsure about a return to the workplace post-pandemic as many companies have started or are in the middle of developing what their return to workplace strategies may look like. LifeWorks conducted an online survey from May 28 to June […]
Canada looks to women to bolster trades amid post-pandemic labour shortage
Source: ctvnews.ca A shortage of skilled workers is intensifying in Canada, potentially threatening the pace of the economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic, and that has policymakers looking at a largely untapped market for new construction workers: Women. But attracting and retaining women in the skilled trades has long proven difficult, with tradeswomen and advocates […]
StatCan data shows youth unemployment rates have risen during the COVID-19 pandemic
Source: ctvnews.ca New data from Statistics Canada shows that while youth unemployment has risen during the COVID-19 pandemic, finding full-time work has been increasingly precarious since the late 1980s. The federal agency reported on Monday both male and female workers between 15 and 30 were less likely to have a full-time job in 2019 compared […]
New Survey: Looking For a Job? Employers Value Soft Skills More than Ever Before
Source: globenewswire.com Dependability and Problem-Solving Skills Sought by Employers As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, soft skills are becoming more valuable to employers, according to a new Harris Poll survey commissioned by Express Employment Professionals. The pandemic is expected to have long-lasting impacts on employers, with a new normal that requires employers to be […]
Workplaces can no longer afford to ignore employee well-being: Jennifer Moss
Source: www.cbc.ca Companies may find transactional-only relationships with employees won’t work The early days of the pandemic caused a major disruption in how we work and those ripple effects are still being felt today. Multiple surveys continue to warn of a mass departure across the Canadian workforce. According to one survey by the Canadian Centre […]
The 50-year-old intern: Mid-life Canadians are not just changing jobs — they’re beginning again
Source: financialpost.com ‘The market expects you to be 25 to 30 years old, it doesn’t expect you to be someone with dependants and a mortgage’ Jay Smith Hayward is at a significantly different life stage than many of her peers. An associate at a family law firm, she enrolled in the University of Alberta’s law […]
New website aims to help Ontarians by listing businesses that require proof of vaccination
Source: cbc.ca SafeTO-Do has drawn its share of online hate, says Toronto lawyer who created website A new website aims to help Ontarians safely navigate the rest of the COVID-19 pandemic by providing them with a list of businesses that have fully vaccinated staff or require customers to show proof of vaccination. Brandon Mattalo, a […]
Can a business ban unvaccinated customers? Here’s what we know
Source: globalnews.ca As more Canadians get vaccinated against COVID-19 and society starts its climb back to normal, businesses and institutions are facing a difficult question: are they going to require people to be fully vaccinated before they can walk through the door?
46% of Canadian employees are scared of contracting COVID in the office
Source: www.hcamag.com Almost half of Canadians are nervous about contracting COVID-19 on returning to their workplaces. According to emerging research from Canada Life, 46% of Canadian employees currently working from home have expressed anxiety over office reopening and what that means for health and safety.
Racism harms workplace relationships in Canada, CEOs expected to take action: Survey
Source: www.ctvnews.ca TORONTO — Racism is harming workplace dynamics in Canada, with nearly 80 per cent of Black Canadians saying racism has damaged their relationship with their employer, according to new research released Tuesday. That’s nearly double the reported response from the general population and is followed closely by South Asian employees, with nearly two-thirds […]
Ontario moving to Step 3 of summer COVID-19 reopening plan on July 16
Source: www.cp24.com Ontario will move to the third step of its summer reopening plan on July 16, reopening indoor dining, indoor fitness activity, cinemas and nightclubs for the first time in months, but capacity restrictions will remain until August. The Ford cabinet met on Friday morning to confirm the measures, which will allow indoor dining […]
Vaccinated against COVID-19? What does it mean to me?
Source: www.canada.ca By getting vaccinated, you benefit from the protection you get against COVID-19 and the easing of restrictive measures in your community. You still need to follow local public health advice in public settings (e.g., workplaces, public transit). Their advice considers community risk levels.
Four ways to cultivate diverse candidate pools
Source: www.theglobeandmail.com In 1984, Canadian judge Rosalie Abella, later appointed to the Supreme Court of Canada, chaired a commission that explored equality in Canadian workplaces. Her report became the 1986 Employment Equity Act, and its stated goal was “to achieve equality in the workplace so that no person shall be denied employment opportunities or benefits […]
Most Canadians want a hybrid workplace model
Source: www.consulting.ca Most Canadians (77%) want to be able to work both remotely and in the office, according to a March survey of 2,003 respondents by KPMG Canada. The idea of a hybrid workplace is popular among Canadians, with 71% saying it should be the standard model for all organizations.
Canadian workers exhausted but more loyal and have a greater sense of purpose 13 months into the pandemic: KPMG
Source: www.newswire.ca 80 per cent feel they’ve been treated fairly, although heavy workload, isolation and COVID-19 exposure are among biggest challenges, finds a new KPMG in Canada survey TORONTO, April 26, 2021 /CNW/ – Amid the elevated anxiety, stress, and exhaustion during COVID-19, the pandemic has also resulted in improved loyalty to employers and a stronger sense of purpose in […]
Canada’s labour market is coming back to life in a big way
Source: financialpost.com Feb. 2021 saw the economy add 259,200 jobs. Are you ready to get back to work? The pandemic wreaked havoc in the job market. Company shut-downs and economic restrictions sent unemployment rates soaring. However, with lockdowns lifting, Canada has seen some relief, with over 250,000 jobs added this past Feb. Not surprisingly, there […]
Ontario Strengthens Enforcement of Stay-at-Home Order
Source: news.ontario.ca NEWS RELEASE Implementing Stronger Enforcement, Travel Restrictions, Public Health Measures to Stop the Spread of COVID-19 and Save Lives TORONTO — The Ontario government, in consultation with the Chief Medical Officer of Health and other health experts, is strengthening enforcement of the province’s Stay-at-Home order while imposing new travel restrictions and further strengthening […]
Ontario Enacts Provincial Emergency and Stay-at-Home Order
Source: news.ontario.ca NEWS RELEASE Additional measures needed to protect health system capacity and save lives during third wave of COVID-19 TORONTO — The Ontario government, in consultation with the Chief Medical Officer of Health and other health experts, is immediately declaring a third provincial emergency under s 7.0.1 (1) of the Emergency Management and Civil […]
‘Not a cookie-cutter solution’: Why remote work doesn’t work for everyone
Source: cbc.ca ‘Virtual can work, but it cannot replace the value of in-person interaction,’ says Andrew Au As companies look to the future of work, one expert says they shouldn’t assume everyone prefers to work from home. “It is far from a good thing for everyone,” said Laurent Lapierre, a professor of workplace behaviour at […]
The Future Of Leadership: Designed To Lead
Source: www.forbes.com I was recently asked by a large government organization to speak to what the leadership will look like in the future. What a great question. What is interesting about this topic is that the literature and research around it is still emerging. What is clear and consistent though is that the future will […]
From restaurant staff to pilots, pandemic is pushing people in hard-hit professions to retrain for new jobs
Source: cbc.ca An estimated 25% of working Canadians have started over in jobs unrelated to what they did before pandemic When COVID-19 hit, Ryan Sullivan was a pilot for Porter Airlines and he loved his job. These days, though, he spends his days and many evenings leading online wine-tasting classes as a certified sommelier. “I […]
February Jobs Report: Employment in Canada increased by 259,000, blowing past expectations
Source: ca.finance.yahoo.com Canada’s job market experienced a rebound in February, as restrictions were eased to varying degrees, adding 259,000 jobs. According to Statistics Canada, gains were mostly in part-time work (171,000) but there were full-time gains as well (88,000). The unemployment rate fell 1.2 percentage points to 8.2%, to the lowest rate since March 2020. […]
How to solve the skills gap in Canada
Source: www.thestar.com There is widespread agreement that the labour force in Canada is changing, and that the changes will accelerate as baby boomers enter retirement, carbon-emitting industries are replaced by green jobs and we look to a post-COVID economic recovery.
Government of Canada invests in training to help Canadians become certified in the skilled trades
Source: www.newswire.ca DELTA, BC, Feb. 17, 2021 /CNW/ – Employment and Social Development Canada In order to help maintain a robust workforce and better position our country for a strong economic recovery, the Government of Canada is investing in the skilled trades to ensure that Canadians have the training they need to access good, well-paying […]
Canada’s top 10 in-demand jobs for 2021
Source: www.cicnews.com A look at jobs that are expected to be in high demand as Canada slowly begins to recover from the economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. Canada’s economy is recovering from the COVID-19 pandemic, and restrictions, lockdowns and curfews are expected to be eventually lifted.
Canadians reporting more anxiety and depression than ever before, poll finds
Source: www.ctvnews.ca TORONTO — Even before holiday-season restrictions went into effect in some parts of the country, Canadians were reporting their highest-ever levels of depression and anxiety, according to a new poll. On Thursday, charity group Mental Health Research Canada (MHRC) released its latest snapshot of Canadian mental health amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
Testing, sick leave, enforcement needed to slow workplace spread in Ontario: experts
Source: www.cp24.com TORONTO – As Ontario struggles to beat back a dire wave of COVID-19, workplace spread has been singled out by public health experts, mayors and top health officials as a major source of infections. Experts and workers say government measures so far haven’t directly targeted the issue, but fairly simple practices would help […]
COVID-19 could shutter more than 200,000 Canadian businesses forever, CFIB says
Source: www.cbc.ca 1 in 6 business owners are contemplating shutting down, survey suggests More than 200,000 Canadian businesses could close permanently during the COVID-19 crisis, throwing millions of people out of work as the resurgence of the virus worsens across much of the country, according to new research. The Canadian Federation of Independent Business said […]
Enhancing public health and workplace safety measures in the provincewide shutdown
Source: www.ontario.ca The information contained in this document is intended to communicate a summary of information about measures proposed to come into effect in Ontario or in areas of Ontario between Tuesday January 12, 2021 and Thursday, January 14, 2021. The material is not legal advice and does not purport to be or to provide an interpretation of the […]
Ontario Declares Second Provincial Emergency to Address COVID-19 Crisis and Save Lives
Province Issues Stay-at-Home Order and Introduces Enhanced Enforcement Measures to Reduce Mobility
Curfews? A ‘Canadian Shield’? Experts on how Canada should address rising COVID-19 case counts
An upcoming nightly curfew in Quebec is hogging the headlines, but some public health experts say it’s another plank of Premier Francois Legault’s new plan that other provinces should pay the most attention to.
Employers can make you come to the office during the pandemic. But should they?
Bosses weighing public health guidance, business needs and employee anxiety
12 big Canadian companies to start voluntary rapid COVID-19 testing of employees
Some of Canada’s largest companies are joining together for a pilot project to screen their employees for COVID-19 before they enter the office.
Canada Says It Has 120,000 Summer Job Opportunities Coming For Young Canadians In 2021
Source: www.narcity.com Applications open next week! COVID-19 hasn’t made finding work easy for many Canadians, and if you struck out this year you might have a better shot in the next. That’s because the Government of Canada has just recently announced that their Canada Summer Jobs 2021 Employer Application is launching very soon. Best of […]
The COVID-19 Iceberg
Written by Alexander Lutchin Covid-19 reminds me of an Iceberg – we only see 10 per cent above the water line – 90 per cent of the Iceberg is below the water line in the dark mysterious ocean – that is the dangerous part and the unknown of the true impact of Covid-19 that may […]
Ontario Announces Provincewide Shutdown to Stop Spread of COVID-19 and Save Lives
Source: news.ontario.ca NEWS RELEASE TORONTO — As COVID-19 cases continue to rise at an alarming rate, the Ontario government, in consultation with the Chief Medical Officer of Health and other health experts, is imposing a Provincewide Shutdown. Additional restrictions will be put into place and reinforce that Ontarians should stay at home as much as […]
Ford warms to idea all of GTA may need to be put into strict COVID-19 lockdown
Source: www.cp24.com Ontario Premier Doug Ford appeared receptive Thursday to the idea that a widespread lockdown is needed to stop the alarming rise in COVID-19 infection across the province, suggesting the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area could be targeted. Repeating five times in 15 minutes that he would not hesitate to act and that “everything […]
Ministry tells Ontario school boards to prepare for remote learning in January
Source: nationalpost.com TORONTO — Ontario is telling its school boards to prepare for the possibility of fully remote learning in the new year, prompting calls for clarity on whether the government plans to shut down in-class learning in January. Education Minister Stephen Lecce told boards in a memo late Wednesday that staff and students should […]
COVID-19 takes mental health toll on business owners
Source: piquenewsmagazine.com The ongoing pandemic has also placed a bigger mental health burden on women and people of colour, according to a recently released study We often hear that COVID-19 doesn’t discriminate and anyone can fall victim to it. But that’s not entirely true – according to Statistics Canada, more women have contracted COVID-19 than men. […]
Almost half of Canadians are considering leaving their job: survey
Source: dailyhive.com Amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, nearly half of Canadians are considering leaving their current job. According to the 11th annual Hays Salary Guide, the majority of Canadian employers feel confident about the economy and have a positive employment outlook, but that perspective is not shared by their teams. Reduced social interaction, increased workloads, […]
Second wave of COVID-19 would devastate Canada’s small businesses: CFIB
Source: www.citynews1130.com VANCOUVER (NEWS 1130) – As we are warned of more cases of COVID-19, small businesses in Canada say a second wave would be devastating. The Canadian Federation of Independent Business is urging federal and provincial governments to do everything possible to avoid further shutdowns and ensure strong and immediate economic supports are in […]
COVID-19 may accelerate workplace automation that is bigger risk for women: StatCan
Source: www.prpeak.com OTTAWA — Women are more likely than men to face a risk of their jobs being affected by automation, a Statistics Canada study says. “The COVID-19 pandemic may accelerate the implementation of new technology, as firms might look to make the production and delivery of goods and the provision of services more resilient […]
Working Canadians Are More Willing to Admit to Struggling with a Mental Illness in 2020, but Less Likely to Consider Depression a Disability
Source: www.ipsos.com Three Quarters (77%) Would Admit To Having A Mental Illness, But Privacy (50%), Fear Of Different Treatment (45%), And Stigma (45%) Continue To Stop Many From Sharing Their Struggles Toronto, ON, September 22, 2020 — As we continue to weather the COVID-19 pandemic, there is increased attention being paid to how the coronavirus […]
Heading back to an office soon? Expect to see a lot of changes
Source: cbc.ca How some companies are making work-spaces safer in preparation for more staff returning to the office Countless office towers, offices, boardrooms and cubicles have been sitting empty throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. As people cautiously negotiate heading back to the office over the coming months, they’re likely to see a lot of changes. “The […]
COVID-19: Pandemic could have a lasting, positive impact on workplace culture
Source: www.collingwoodtoday.ca Catching a glimpse of a co-worker’s baby or pet can help humanize workplaces and make colleagues more understanding and empathetic — one positive byproduct of the pandemic-fuelled remote work phenomenon The COVID-19 lockdown has become synonymous with working from home for many people. While some research has suggested that remote work can be […]
61% of Canada’s young workforce supports split between office and work-from-home: Study
Source: www.bnnbloomberg.ca As many Canadians are settling into their work-from-home lifestyle amid the COVID-19 pandemic, a new survey shows most workers are ready for this temporary change to become a permanent reality. A report by ADP Canada and Maru/Blue found 45 per cent of working Canadians would prefer to work remotely for at least three […]
How can I safely return to work during the pandemic?
Source: www.cbc.ca From the commute to chats at the water cooler, there are ways to minimize risk of exposure to COVID-19 COVID-19 put millions of Canadians out of work and sent millions of others home to work from kitchen tables and sofas. Staying healthy as work resumes for some and others leave their homes for […]
Preparing your workplace for a second wave of COVID-19
Source: www.ohscanada.com Staff should be educated on all elements of COVID-19 plan and receive training where necessary Now that most workplaces have opened and children are set to return to schools across the country this September, some experts are warning of a potential second wave of COVID-19. Businesses have already endured their share of challenges […]
How business leaders can prevent work-from-home burnout during the pandemic
Source: www.bnnbloomberg.ca As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to change the nature of the workplace, Canadians now working from home are being forced to consider how never leaving the office could be a detriment to their mental health. The shutdown that has forced many employees to stay put and do their jobs remotely is erasing the divisions […]
Many Canadians may be eligible for work-space-in-the-home tax deduction due to COVID-19: expert
Source: www.ctvnews.ca OTTAWA — A months-long COVID-19 lockdown means the majority of Canada’s workforce that has transitioned from an office space to a makeshift remote set-up could be eligible for a work-from-home tax deduction. A tax expert with CIBC told CTVNews.ca that “hundreds of thousands, if not millions” of Canadians will be able to apply […]
Pandemic threatens to wipe out decades of progress for working mothers
Source: www.cbc.ca Economy will suffer if women can’t return to the workforce at pre-COVID levels, say experts Charlotte Schwartz has four children under the age of 10, one with special needs. She also has a full-time career as a legal clerk at a busy family law practice in Toronto, and since the pandemic forced people […]
Five workplace changes that should stay post-coronavirus
Source: www.benefitscanada.com The coronavirus pandemic has been disruptive for all and sadly, devastating and difficult for many. In the pandemic’s early days, we saw a great deal of change and upheaval very swiftly — both for organizations and our communities. The way in which we live our lives day to day changed very quickly. And for many […]
Outdoor Fire Pot Dangers – Testimonial
Health Canada alerts consumers to dangerous ethanol fire pots through release of safety testimonial video.
4-day work week with fewer hours, same pay could become a reality in some workplaces post-COVID-19
Source: www.cbc.ca Researchers suggest working fewer hours could boost productivity It’s only been days since a small Nova Scotia municipality launched a four-day condensed work week pilot project, but according to the chief administrative officer, so far, so good. The nine-month project, developed in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, allows the municipality’s core employees […]
Workplace Mental Health in the Age of COVID-19
Source: filion.on.ca Bottom Line As businesses across Canada prepare to reopen, mental health is an important consideration for employers. When creating reopening plans, employers should maintain open lines of communication with employees to reduce the fear of returning to work, and contemplate whether they have accommodation obligations for employees with mental health disabilities that may […]
WHSC webinar to explore effective COVID-19 workplace inspections
Source: whsc.on.ca The COVID-19 pandemic has disrupted many workplace routines, but never have routine health and safety inspections been more important or required greater diligence. Ontario’s Occupational Health and Safety Act requires employers to take every reasonable precaution to safeguard worker health and safety (s25(2)(h)). Joint health and safety committees (JHSCs) and worker health and safety representatives […]
COVID-19: Lessons learned by enterprises during the remote work era
Source: itworldcanada.com When Mother Nature blanketed the Greater Toronto Area with layers of snow and ice in late 2018, 20,000 TD employees found themselves working from home. The 165-year-old company managed to sustain its operations with a small portion of its workforce working in sweatpants, all without compromising security. With roughly 25 million customers, many […]
Welcome to post COVID-19 brave new world of work
Source: thelawyersdaily.ca Plans have emerged for some industries and businesses to return to work, while many others await further information and the “green light” from their provincial governments. While both law and medical data are at the forefront of any decision, each individual business will have its own unique factors to consider, including whether they […]
Your rights at work under COVID-19 — 8 questions for an expert in employment law
Source: cbc.ca Adam Savaglio is an employment law expert – here’s what he says about your rights under COVID-19 CBC Hamilton spoke, during a Facebook Live event Wednesday June 3, with employment law expert Adam Savaglio about returning to work or working from home amid COVID-19.
Return to work includes strict occupational health and safety requirements with personal liability
Source: canadianlawyermag.com As Canadian workers begin to return to their workplaces, supervisors and managers of reopening businesses will be personally liable to strict legal requirements and duties which carry charges and fines if violated. “This is not just an exercise in getting people back to work. It’s an exercise in complying with some very strict […]
Survey finds most Canadian workplaces still preparing for employees’ return
woodworkingnetwork.com As Canadian provinces lift restrictions meant to slow down the spread of the coronavirus, employers are scrambling to prepare their workplaces for the safe return of their employees. According to the recent “Return to Work Survey” by the Conference Board of Canada (CBC), only 8% of the 279 organizations participating said they are “fully […]
The ‘new normal’ workplace calls for greater focus on employee well-being
itworldcanada.com Employers are increasingly looking for ways to help employees with the impact of isolation as they continue to work apart. IT teams are playing a bigger role in coming up with solutions. “The dialogue on business continuity dramatically changed in the last few months,” said Wayne Feyer, Principal Corporate Account Manager with Citrix Systems, […]
Onboarding a New Team Member in Today’s Environment
If you are lucky enough to be hiring new employees during COVID – 19, then use this opportunity to welcome them to your company. I have worked with many organizations that spend so much time and energy to hire an individual and when it comes to their new employee orientation, they fall short. This is […]
COVID-19 cuts across workplace generational boundaries
Source: biv.com Youngest workers hit hardest by instability; older employees may postpone retirements The COVID-19 pandemic will have far-reaching effects on how Canadians in different age groups view their careers and work lives. Canada lost three million jobs in March and April because of restrictions aimed at fighting the pandemic, and the weekly work hours […]
Leadership the Key to Post-COVID Recovery
Source: https://cornerstone-toronto.com/ ALEXANDER LUTCHIN of CORNERSTONE TORONTO Across the world, we are collectively experiencing one of the most significant changes of our lives. The loss of physical touch, standing close to people without fear, and dinner out with friends. We have lost the option of celebrating milestone – birthdays, weddings, graduations, baby showers, holidays and cancelled vacations, […]
COVID-19: Most workers happy with transition to remote work
Source: hrreporter.com But more than one-third feeling less productive: survey More than two-thirds of workers in Canada (67.91 per cent) have been asked by their employers to work from home amid the COVID-19 pandemic, and most of them say that their transition has been seamless. On a scale of one to five – with one […]
‘Are we nuts?’ Meet Canadians who started businesses during the pandemic
Source: www.cbc.ca From pet services to food delivery and even advertising, many companies are forging ahead with launch plans Even with the country in lockdown, a number of Canadian entrepreneurs are plunging ahead with new ventures. Some are focusing their startup on issues related directly to the virus.
How to apply for the government’s $25-billion CEBA business loan program
Source: business.financialpost.com Here’s everything you need to know about the Canada Emergency Business Account The federal government has rolled out a series of measures to help Canadian businesses and families weather the COVID-19 pandemic. Here’s everything you need to know about the Canada Emergency Business Account, or CEBA:
Canada lost more than 1 million jobs last month as COVID-19 struck
Source: www.cbc.ca Economists had been expecting about half a million jobs to be lost Canada’s economy lost more than one million jobs in March, Statistics Canada said Thursday, pushing the jobless rate up to 7.8 per cent. Economists had been expecting the figure to come in at around 500,000 jobs lost, which already would have […]
More aid coming for those who don’t qualify for current COVID-19 benefits: PM
Source: www.ctvnews.ca OTTAWA — As another critical week in Canada’s efforts to flatten the COVID-19 curve begins, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said the federal government will soon introduce new measures to make emergency benefits accessible for Canadians who don’t currently qualify.
For graduating students, high anxiety as COVID-19 decimates job market
Source: www.theglobeandmail.com Canadian postsecondary students are weeks away from stepping into a job market that is reeling from unprecedented layoffs, raising concern about how those returning to school in the fall will fund their studies and whether graduates will bear long-term scars of unfortunate timing.
Trudeau announces major wage subsidy hike for small businesses
Source: ctvnews.ca OTTAWA — Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has announced a major increase to the wage subsidy for small- and medium-sized businesses, boosting it to 75 per cent, up from the 10 per cent previously promised. This decision, to help “qualifying businesses” keep employees on staff, is being back-dated to March 15, with more information […]
How better employee monitoring enhances workplace safety
Source: www.hcamag.com At a time when nearly every growing business is facing a shortage of qualified workers, the HR function has never been more important. In the last decade, the country’s unemployment rate has plummeted from approximately 10% to 3.5%. At the same time, the skills gap has grown, and as a result, business leaders’ […]
Coronavirus: A Primer On Best Practices In The Workplace
Source: www.mondaq.com In recent weeks, we have paid close attention to government and media reports confirming new cases of a novel coronavirus originating from Wuhan, China and spreading to a number of cities and countries worldwide. The World Health Organization (WHO) has recently declared a global health emergency as the outbreak continues to spread. According […]
Personality assessment tests are no substitute for truly getting to know your employees
Source: www.theglobeandmail.com American psychologist and author Adam Grant has famously described the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator, arguably the most commonly used personality assessment, as being somewhere between a horoscope and a heart monitor in terms of accuracy. Unfortunately, many employers misuse personality tests to make significant human-resource decisions, from who to hire to who to promote.
Minister of labour discusses 3 policy initiatives
Source: hrreporter.com Mental health, right to disconnect, digital platform workers on agenda Minister of Labour Filomena Tassi was in Windsor, Ont. recently to meet with stakeholders to discuss a number of new labour policy initiatives the federal government is piloting. Meeting with leaders of a local Unifor union, along with the Windsor-Detroit Bridge Authority and […]
Jobs for all ages
Source: winnipegfreepress.com With Boomers sticking around longer, it’s getting harder to attract and retain Millennials The year 2020 is Manitoba’s 150th birthday which got me thinking about birthdays in general. I was thinking especially about those individuals that are turning the so called “magic” age of 65 but who are still in the workforce. Statistics show […]
A Short Guide to Building Your Team’s Critical Thinking Skills
Source: hbr.org With critical thinking ranking among the most in-demand skills for job candidates, you would think that educational institutions would prepare candidates well to be exceptional thinkers, and employers would be adept at developing such skills in existing employees. Unfortunately, both are largely untrue.
Canadians worry about finances 2 hours a day: survey
Source: hrreporter.com ‘Many are feeling rudderless when it comes to managing finances’ People in Canada spend an average of two hours per day worrying about their finances, with 18- to 35-year-olds worrying the most, finds a new survey from Scotiabank. This age group worries about finances 2.4 hours a day, while those 55 and up […]
Parents working from home see negative effects on family relations, wellbeing: report
Source: hrreporter.com 47 per cent say technology has blurred boundary between professional, personal life The advent of technology and the modern work-from-home setup have allowed parents to earn money in their homes, but they also have negative effects on family relations, wellbeing and work-life balance, according to a new report.
Job-placement centre for GM workers set to open in Oshawa, Ont.
Source: hrreporter.com About 3,000 workers lost jobs due to manufacturer shuttering long-running assembly plant A new centre to support auto parts workers affected by the assembly line closure at the General Motors (GM) Oshawa plant with skills retraining and employment services is set to open. In October, Unifor and the Ontario government announced the opening […]
7 Ways to Develop Effective Leadership Skills
Source: business2community.com Effective leadership skills don’t happen by accident. They’re cultivated through hard work, strategic focus, and consistency. And, no matter how advanced you are in your career, there’s always room to hone your leadership skills, becoming a more effective motivator and change agent.
Toronto Uber drivers apply to unionize
Source: hrreporter.com ‘Like all workers, we deserve the right to form a union and bargain collectively’ The United Food and Commercial Workers (UFCW) Union Canada has applied to the Ontario Labour Relations Board to unionize more than 300 Uber Black limousine and SUV drivers in Toronto. With the application, the drivers could become the first […]
Office plants help boost workers’ mental health: study
Source: hrreporter.com Greenery ‘can reduce psychological, physiological stress’ A new study has found that the presence of small plants at work can help boost the mental health of employees. “Having opportunities to gaze intentionally at nearby plants on a daily basis in the work environment can reduce the psychological and physiological stress of office workers,” […]
CEO of company that fired employee over tweet admits ‘overreaction’
Source: hrreporter.com But says he’s not going to second-guess staff’s decision The CEO of a U.S.-based company that fired a Canadian employee who complained on Twitter about the company’s Christmas gift admitted that his staff may have overreacted — but he stands with their decision, according to the Star Tribune. Dan Florness, CEO of industrial supplies […]
Nova Scotia opens helpline for workers affected by mill closure
Source: hrreporter.com ‘It’s vitally important that support is available to those who need it’ Nova Scotia is partnering with Morneau Shepell to open a confidential, toll-free helpline for those affected by the pending closure of the Northern Pulp mill in Ambercrombie. “The impact of this situation reaches beyond those directly employed in the forestry sector […]
Starbucks provides mental health app to employees
Source: hrreporter.com ‘Eliminating the mental health stigma is about more than just starting the conversation’ Starbucks is now providing Canadian employees with a free subscription to the meditation app Headspace. The tool offers guided meditations, informative videos, articles and animations on topics such as sleep, focus and anxiety to help users “live a happier, healthier […]
Researchers tout auto-enrolment to employer-sponsored emergency savings
Source: hrreporter.com ‘Rainy-day savings arrangements at the workplace could help attract and retain valuable employees’ Automatically enrolling workers into an employer-sponsored payroll deduction rainy-day or emergency savings account could be a cost-effective means of helping people accumulate liquid savings to meet urgent pre-retirement expenditure needs, according to a new study.
Why mid-life could be the best time to change careers
Source: cbc.ca Record low unemployment, innovation, longer careers just some reasons middle-aged workers can find new paths Changing careers at mid-life may be more feasible and desirable than it’s ever been, labour market experts say.
CANADA: Thinking of switching careers? You’re not alone says recent survey
Source: www.orilliamatters.com Over one-third of Canadians have completely switched their career at some point in their life, says a recent survey by Indeed Over one-third of Canadians have completely switched their career at some point in their life. According to a recent survey by job search website Indeed, 38 per cent have made the jump to […]
Most Canadians who switch careers are happier for it, survey finds
Source: cbc.ca Better pay is a major motivator, but so is opportunity for growth Nearly nine out of 10 Canadians who have made a career change say they’re happier since switching paths, a new survey has found. Conducted on behalf of job site Indeed Canada, the research polled 1,023 randomly selected full-time workers from a […]
As Your Team Gets Bigger, Your Leadership Style Has to Adapt
Source: hbr.org Back when our Facebook design team still fit around a conference table, a new designer joining our merry band was a momentous event. Everyone loved sitting down and showing her how we worked —where we kept our design files, what tools to download, which meetings to attend. We were grateful that someone else […]
3 Ways Executives Can Manage Challenging Moments in Their Careers
Source: hbr.org An inflection point is often thought of as the biggest disruption an industry can face. One might occur, for example, when incumbents get rattled by competitors exploiting new technologies. Andy Grove first introduced the term to business strategy as “an event that changes the way we think and act.”
Ontario funds pilot project to help veterans transition to civilian life
Source: hrreporter.com Project includes technical skills training, job placements in IT, finance Read this article…
Ontario to spend additional $2.5 million for skills training
Source: hrreporter.com ‘We have to erase the stigma and let people know these are well-paying jobs’ Read this article…
Canada years away from 4-day workweek: survey
Source: hrreporter.com But 88 per cent of workers keen to try new approach Read this article…
Who is given holiday pay on Remembrance Day?
Source: hrreporter.com Each province and territory has different payroll rules Read this article…
One-third of workers lose interest in job offer if employer won’t negotiate beyond salary
Source: hrreporter.com But 34 per cent have never tried negotiating: survey Read this article…
Microsoft Japan says 4-day work week boosted productivity 40 per cent
Source: hrreporter.com Summer program also cut company’s electricity, paper costs Read this article…
WeWork chair says diversity coming to all-male board
Source: hrreporter.com Follows complaint alleging discrimination around mat leave Read this article…
Big cities lure smart people – don’t fight it: U.S. economists
Source: hrreporter.com ‘Cognitive, non-routine’ workers more productive clustered in same place Read this article…
U.S. companies report greater tariff strains, hiring challenges
Source: hrreporter.com Raising wages still most common remedy for employers trying to fill openings Read this article…
Trump move could spark another exodus of U.S. jobs researchers
Source: hrreporter.com 70 per cent likely to leave if Bureau of Labor Statistics moves out of Washington Read this article…
U.S. bank to cut thousands of branch workers in digital push
Source: hrreporter.com Also launching training programs to help existing employees widen skill sets Read this article…
What happens to a startup with a #MeToo scandal and no HR
Source: hrreporter.com ‘They underestimated the impact this would have on the team’ Read this article…
Where women see bias, men see ‘pipeline problem’
Source: hrreporter.com Women are banging their heads on the glass ceiling, but many men don’t hear the commotion Read this article…
Job hunting advice: Tips for how to be effective today
Source: cbc.ca Whether you’re a recent college graduate looking to start your career, or a seasoned employee hoping to make a career change, searching for a new job (let alone your dream job) can seem daunting. Truthfully, job hunting can feel like a job in itself.
1 In 3 Canadians Want To Quit Their Job In The Next Year
Source: narcity.com Global staffing firm, Robert Half, has conducted new research into Canadian employees nationwide, and has concluded that approximately 1 in 3 people will look for a new job or a change in career in the next twelve months. Of the people that said they are considering leaving their job, most of them said they’d […]
Mental-health benefits on the rise in Canadian workplaces: survey
Source: benefitscanada.com Mental-health benefits offerings are on the rise, with the share of Canadian organizations that provide mental-health coverage nearly doubling over the past five years, according to a new survey by the International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans.
Canada provides the most welcoming workplaces in the world, research claims
Source: cnbc.com Canadian workplaces are the most welcoming in the world, a new study has claimed. Research firm Kantar says it arrived at that conclusion after it carried out a digital survey of 18,000 people across 14 countries between April and June of this year.
More cannabis education required to address workplace concerns
Source: insurance-portal.ca Canadian businesses are taking an active approach to managing the implications of cannabis in the workplace since legalization in the fall of 2018, but more remains to be done, says a new report by the Conference Board of Canada.
Ensuring an employee’s experience at your company is positive, from the first week onward
Source: theglobeandmail.com Workplace perks like stocked fridges, catered meals, on‑site fitness facilities and laundry services have felt like the key differentiators in attracting top talent to a new company for some time now.
Consumer Product Update – Health Canada warns Canadians of health and safety risks of certain containers of pourable alcohol-based fuels and certain firepots that use pourable fuels
Source: newswire.ca Issue Health Canada is informing consumers of the serious fire and burn risks associated with flame jetting occurrences that may result from the use of certain containers of pourable alcohol-based fuels and certain firepots that use those fuels. These products should not be used in the absence of important safety features, such as those outlined below.
Unemployment rate down after country adds 54,000 jobs in September
Source: hrreporter.com Growth largely concentrated in health-care sector: StatCan Read article…
‘Girl Ambassadors’ shadow leaders at Scotiabank
Source: hrreporter.com ‘It’s an invaluable and continuous learning opportunity for CEOs, presidents and business leaders’ Read article…
Employers to hold the line on pay raises in 2020: survey
Source: hrreporter.com Increased use of separate promotional budgets to supplement salaries Read article…
Mental health coverage for workers nearly doubles in 5 years
Source: hrreporter.com Most employers list stress as top issue impacting productivity: survey Read article…
One-fifth of workforce looking for new job
Source: hrreporter.com What are they looking for? Meaningful work, compensation and perks, manager support: survey Read article..
Pregnancy discrimination continues, 41 years after U.S. ban
Source: hrreporter.com Presidential candidate Elizabeth Warren claims she was forced out of teaching job Read article…
Sexual harassment training now required for 20 per cent of U.S. workers
Source: hrreporter.com States also passing laws limiting policies that might discourage reporting Read article…
GE freezes pension benefits to cut deficit by US$8 billion
Source: hrreporter.com ‘Returning GE to a position of strength has required us to make several difficult decisions’: CHRO Read article…
Robots hurting U.S. workers’ wages: U.S. study
Source: hrreporter.com Workers reluctant to ask for pay hikes out of fear employer will turn to automation to replace them Read article…
Job-seekers get multiple offers in America’s tight labour market
Source: hrreporter.com Companies finding they have little choice but to boost pay Read article…
Thomas Cook managers face U.K. investigation over collapse
Source: hrreporter.com Demise of travel brand has cost 9,000 jobs in U.K. Read article…
Is there a Script for Terminating Employees?
Source: carbertwaite.com Ending someone’s employment is a serious moment in their life, and should be addressed thoughtfully and with sensitivity. Most people assign a large amount of their identity to their job. How you go about dismissing an employee depends on your goals. Usually, your goal is to maintain a respectful and civil relationship, resolve any […]
Employee experience and learning emerge as key HR trends
Source: www.consulting.ca Deloitte’s ninth annual Human Capital Trends report examined future disruptions in human resources, comparing Canadian respondents’ viewpoints against the global average.
‘Upskilling’: How employees and businesses can seize the day
Source: theglobeandmail.com President and CEO, Toronto Finance International “Upskilling” is a buzzword we are hearing more often these days as organizations grapple with the pace of technological change and the implications that has for their business. Simply put, upskilling is the development of skills an employee will need to perform the same role in the future.
The paradox of leadership development programs
Source: theglobeandmail.com Stephanie Hodnett is Executive director, Executive Programs at the Rotman School of Management, University of Toronto. Leadership development programs have been around long enough that you would expect any inherent paradox to have been resolved by now. Surely we have studied the common traits of effective leaders long enough to establish a set of […]
HR Execs Agree: Successful Human Resources Requires a Human Touch
Source: fortune.com Healthy work cultures are the products of design, not default—and it all starts with human resources. That was the prevailing message among leading human resources executives on Tuesday participating in the Fortune Leaders Experience Roundtable at the SAP and SuccessFactors’ SuccessConnect conference, held at the Aria Resort & Casino in Las Vegas.
Rapid rise of co-working providing needed space as big cities feel crunch
Source: hrreporter.com ‘In the last 20 years, the average square feet per employee that’s needed has been shrinking’ By Ian Bickis Read this article…
700 workers to be temporarily laid off at Saskatchewan mines
Source: hrreporter.com Cites short-term slowdown in global potash markets Read this article…
Employer medical benefit costs to grow 6 per cent in 2020: survey
Source: hrreporter.com Global health benefit costs set to rise 8 per cent Read this article…
One-third of managers prefer candidates wear suits in interviews
Source: hrreporter.com But another third say it depends on the position or department: survey Read this article…
California adds wage, benefit protections for gig workers
Source: hrreporter.com Proposal could have national implications on future of work By Kathleen Ronayne Read this article…
U.S. Army revamps recruiting, hits enlistment goal
Source: hrreporter.com ‘We’re embracing the digital age’: spokesperson By Lolita C. Baldor Read this article…
Tech, freelancers help businesses work with fewer staffers
Source: hrreporter.com But too much technology may hurt, rather than help: professor By Joyce M. Rosenberg Read this article…
Looking to hire 30,000, Amazon plans nationwide job fairs in U.S.
Source: hrreporter.com Online shopping company plans to boost workforce by 5 per cent By Joseph Pisani Read this article…
Asics employee’s lawsuit highlights paternity leave in Japan
Source: hrreporter.com Country’s work culture favours company loyalty, long hours By Yuri Kageyama Read this article…
Lost jobs of North Carolina are gone for good. Few seem to mind
Source: hrreporter.com Furniture business has found stability on a smaller scale By Michael Sasso Read this article…
Multinational companies reveal gender bias in job ads
Source: hrreporter.com More than 40 countries still allow gender discrimination in hiring By Amy Stillman and Jeff Green Read this article…
Bosses’ reaction influences whether workers speak up: study
Psychological safety depends on managerial sensitivity, says expert By Marcel Vander Wier Read more of this article…
Ford to cut 200 jobs at Oakville, Ont., auto assembly plant
Sales of Ford Flex SUV, Lincoln MKT slowing Read more of this article…
‘Very scary’: Me Too Mining founder talks about threats, harassment she faced
‘I was always thinking, ‘This is what I have got to deal with’” By Tara Deschamps Read more about this article…
Trump’s ‘go back’ remark: In workplace, it might be illegal
Similar phrases routinely show up in lawsuits against employers By David Crary And Alexandra Olson Read more of this article…
House approves US$15 minimum wage, Senate prospects are dim
Tipped workers would receive same base rate for first time By Lisa Mascaro Read more of this article…
House Democrats, GOP unite to repeal Obama health-care tax
‘Cadillac tax’ would have seen employers shift costs to policyholders Read more of this article…
5 New York City anchorwomen allege age discrimination
TV ‘should accurately reflect women in society’ By Larry Neumeister Read more of this article…
U.S. job growth slows sharply in May, wage gains moderate
Unemployment rate unchanged at 3.6 per cent By Lucia Mutikani Read more of this article…
Therapy in the office: Banks take mental health fight in-house
Mental health first aiders trained to spot signs of undue stress By Sinead Cruise Read more of this article…
Hussen defends measures aimed at cracking down on immigration consultants
Source: hrreporter.com Says new regulatory body should be self-regulated By Teresa Wright Read this article…
PSAC rejects compensation offer for Phoenix pay fiasco
Source: hrreporter.com 240,000 individual cases still unresolved Read this article…
Just 2 in 5 workers have set goal for retirement savings: Survey
Source: hrreporter.com Two-thirds of those who expect to fully retire targeting age 66 Read this article…
Amazon rolls out machines that pack orders and replace jobs
Source: hrreporter.com Move could result in 1,300 cuts at U.S. warehouses By Jeffrey Dastin Read this article…
Overlooked America sweetens the deal for remote workers
Source: hrreporter.com 1 in 4 prefer life in rural areas; 12 per cent favour large cities: Survey By Carey L. Biron Read this article…
Australia’s jobs miracle proves to be government work
Source: hrreporter.com Public sector hired 292,900 for year to February By Wayne Cole Read this article…
Japan’s labour shortage eats away at back-breaking work culture
Source: hrreporter.com Labour scarcity allows workers to push for more independence By Stanley White and Kaori Kaneko Read more of this article…
Autism in the workplace: A spectrum of hiring choices
Source: hrreporter.com Some companies recruiting neurodiverse employees By Beth Pinsker Read more of this article…
Danish social enterprise manufactures self-esteem for disabled
Source: hrreporter.com Huset part of wider global firms striving to build more inclusive workforces By Thin Lei Win Read more of this article…
U.S. job growth surges; unemployment rate falls to 3.6 per cent
Source: hrreporter.com Strong April puts concerns about recession to rest By Lucia Mutikani Read more of this article…
Amazon dismisses idea automation will eliminate all its warehouse jobs soon
Source: hrreporter.com Director cites superior cognitive ability of humans By Nandita Bose Read more of this article…
Online tools for mental health going mainstream at work
Source: www.cbc.ca Online videos, therapy benefits, and new apps all being used Online tools for mental health are becoming increasingly mainstream as employers seek more options to support the well-being of their staff. In recent years experts say business leaders have shown an increasing interest in mental health issues and their impact on people and performance. […]
7 surprising things that could change the job market by 2030
Source: www.cbc.ca A wide range of trends will determine what skills are in demand, report suggests Everyone expects automation and other tech advances to eliminate some jobs and create others. But in a new report, Canadian futurists say there’s a far wider range of trends that could influence the types of skills that are likely to […]
Future of work about much more than technology, automation: Report
Source: hrreporter.com Employers must prepare for broader trends impacting labour market – including a possible rise in wildfires, floods and mudslides By Marcel Vander Wier Read more…
B.C. expands mental health injury access to nurses, 911 operators and aides
Source: hrreporter.com Changes about fairness, support: Labour minister Read more…
‘Reverse migration’ dents Calgary’s daunting downtown office vacancy rate
Source: hrreporter.com Vacancy rate slips to 25.23 per cent Read more…
Business sentiment drops from high levels: Bank of Canada
Source: hrreporter.com Uncertainty in energy sector, weakness in housing-related activity, global trade tensions partly to blame By Andy Blatchford Read more…
Big pharma might cut R&D, delay new drugs if more generics with pharmacare
Source: hrreporter.com ‘May result in reduced access to medicines for Canadians’: Memo By Andy Blatchford Read more…
Keeping Canada’s power on will require 20,000 new workers by 2022
Source: hrreporter.com ‘These people are not trained in three or six months and ready to hit the ground running’ By Mia Rabson Read more…
Trump team readies PR offensive on North America trade deal’s economic effects
Source: hrreporter.com Report expects to measure USMCA’s effects on GDP, job creation By David Lawder and David Shepardson Read more…
5 million lost jobs in India between 2016 and 2018: Report
Source: hrreporter.com Young urban men being hit hardest By Manoj Kumar Read more…
U.K. wage growth at new decade high as employers hire in the face of Brexit
Source: hrreporter.com Employment grew by 179,000 in the three months to February By William Schomberg and Andy Bruce Read more…
NYC may ban pre-hire marijuana tests for many job applicants
Source: hrreporter.com Screening eliminates too many prospects at time of low unemployment By Jennifer Peltz Read more…
China’s JD.com boss criticizes ‘slackers’ as company makes cuts
Source: hrreporter.com Fuels discussion of work-life balance in tech industry By Josh Horwitz and Brenda Goh Read more…
Retiring late: As pensions underwhelm, more Japanese opt to prolong employment
Source: hrreporter.com Abe’s government mulls raising retirement age to 70 or higher By Tetsushi Kajimoto Read more…
Filling ‘Brexodus’ gap, Filipino nurses find English tests too daunting
Source: hrreporter.com Tortuous experience doesn’t bode well for British recruitment By Karen Lema Read more…
U.S. attorney general orders probe into mistreatment of gay employees
Source: hrreporter.com Tone contrasts that of predecessor Jeff Sessions By Sarah N. Lynch Read more…
U.S. job growth rebounds in March, but wage gains moderate
Source: hrreporter.com Average hourly earnings increased by four cents By Lucia Mutikani Read more…
Two Things to Do After Every Meeting
Source: getpocket.com Steve Jobs insisted that every item on a meeting agenda have a designated person responsible for that task and any follow-up work that happened. He called that person the DRI—the Directly Responsible Individual. He knew the public accountability would ensure that a project or task would actually get done, and he wanted to set […]
Soft skills needed in the technology sector too
Source: theglobeandmail.com Technology careers have always had an image issue. For decades, the perception has been that software developers and data analysts are math-obsessed males, quietly working out of cubicles, solving problems in isolation and lacking interpersonal skills.
CAREER CHANGES AFTER AGE 50: FIND OUT HOW FROM THREE PEOPLE WHO CHANGED DIRECTION MID-LIFE
Source: www.youareunltd.com In October 2018, Chris Ryall wrote his first mid-term exam in 35 years. “I’d forgotten what writing a test was like,” says the 56 year old. “In fact, I’ve been astounded by how much the entire college system has changed since I was a post-secondary student in my 20s.” Read more of this […]
10 Key Developments In Canadian Labour & Employment Law In 2018
Source: mondaq.com Canada saw significant developments in labour and employment law in 2018. As we embark on a new year, we will undoubtedly see the landscape in this ever-changing area of law continue to evolve. Below we provide an overview of 10 key 2018 developments for your review: Read this article…
Halifax businessman apologizes to family, not to workers he underpaid
Source: hrreporter.com But arrangement benefited 28 employees, families with permanent residency: Lawyer By Aly Thomson Read article…
Hussen announces new pilot to boost immigration in rural, northern Canada
Source: hrreporter.com Expected to welcome just under 100 newcomers per community Read article…
January most popular time for calling in sick: Survey
Source: hrreporter.com ‘Excessive sick leaves seem to be more related to motivation than germs’ By Marcel Vander Wier Read article…
Myth of ‘superstar CEO’ driving excessive pay: Report
Source: hrreporter.com U.K. report highlights challenges for compensation committees By Sarah Dobson Read article…
Entry-level training standard en route for Canadian truckers within a year
Source: hrreporter.com Changes in Saskatchewan follow Humboldt Bronco bus crash tragedy By Christopher Reynolds Read article…
Trade worries sour CEOs’ mood as leaders converge on Davos: Survey
Source: hrreporter.com ‘With the rise of trade tension and protectionism, it stands to reason that confidence is waning’ By Silvia Aloisi Read article…
No plans to eliminate ‘duty to report’ for military sex misconduct: Vance
Source: hrreporter.com Auditor general said requirement contributed to under-reporting By Lee Berthiaume Read article…
Worries remain for U.S. government contractors as shutdown ends
Source: hrreporter.com Thousands of contractors expecting to miss month’s pay By Katharine Jackson Read article…
AI to hit hardest in U.S. heartland and among less-skilled: Study
Source: hrreporter.com Economic tensions that framed Trump’s election may persist Read article…
Age bias law does not cover job applicants: U.S. appeals court
Source: hrreporter.com Ruling deals setback to older recruits By Jonathan Stempel Read article…
Companies must commit to workplace equality: Senior business leaders
Source: hrreporter.com Risk of missing out on millennial LGBT+ talent By Hugo Greenhalgh Read article…
Keep humans in good jobs in the robot era, ILO commission urges
Source: hrreporter.com ‘We need to reorient policies, actions to deliver human-centred agenda’ By Tom Miles Read article…
EU’s Good Friday ruling gives Austria headache
Source: hrreporter.com Top court rules religious holiday as discriminatory Read article…
Aging Singapore: City-state helps firms retain workers past retirement age
Source: hrreporter.com Asian nation a ‘very interesting laboratory’: Economist By Aradhana Aravindan and Fathin Ungku Read article…
Sounding Board: Treating workplace as community enhances wellness initiatives
Source: www.benefitscanada.com Many people find it difficult to determine the last time they were energized and fully engaged at work. Increasing workloads and time pressures are adding stress to our working lives and driving us to look for more efficient ways to get the work done. This has translated into a push for more digital solutions. As we […]
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Canada sheds 13,000 jobs in December: Report
Source: hrreporter.com November jobs revised up to 74,000 from 39,100 Read this article…
Canadian mining exec kidnapped, killed in Burkina Faso: Officials
Source: hrreporter.com Kirk Woodman worked for Progress Mineral Mining Read this article…
New advisory board to help RCMP modernize amid history of bullying, harassment
Source: hrreporter.com Government also accepting all recommendations from 2017 reports By Jim Bronskill Read this article…
Flexible workers facing retirement challenges: Survey
Source: hrreporter.com Four in 10 not sure when they’ll be able to retire Read this article…
Nova Scotia long-term care homes need more staff, panel concludes
Source: hrreporter.com But union says many workers barely making living wage By Michael Tutton Read this article…
Bill 66 could have ‘pretty profound’ impact on Ontario employers
Source: hrreporter.com Proposed changes would cut bureaucracy, aid flexibility: Lawyers By Marcel Vander Wier Read this article…
Overpaid workers will only pay back ‘net’ amounts under proposed new tax rules
Source: hrreporter.com Draft legislation would override repayment of ‘gross’ totals By Terry Pedwell Read this article…
Gap between intentions, actions when it comes to diversity and inclusion: Survey
Source: hrreporter.com ‘Good intentions are simply not enough’ Read this article…
In Argentina crisis, firms do everything to cut costs – except fire workers
Source: hrreporter.com Companies required to pay laid-off staff a month for every year of service, with no cap By Eliana Raszewski Read this article…
Companies cry out for Brexit clarity, warn on no-deal
Source: hrreporter.com Lack of clarity thwarting plans ahead of March 29 deadline By Simon Jessop Read this article…
No social skills required: Autistic staff help IT firm thrive
Source: hrreporter.com Recruiting based on practical skill assessments rather than interviews By Umberto Bacchi Read this article…
China to roll out measures to maintain stable employment
Source: hrreporter.com Burden on companies to be reduced: Report Read this article…
Trump promises changes to visas for skilled workers
Source: hrreporter.com ‘We want to encourage talented and highly skilled people to pursue career options in the U.S.’ By Yeganeh Torbati Read this article…
Furloughed federal workers protest at White House on shutdown Day 20
Source: hrreporter.com 800,000 employees have been ordered to stay home during standoff By Deborah Gembara Read this article…
We’ll be first U.S. city to mandate paid vacation: NYC mayor
Source: hrreporter.com Said many workers have no paid vacation days or personal days By Karen Matthews Read this article…
Sudden income drops in early adulthood linked with risk of heart disease later
Source: hrreporter.com ‘Chronic stress can hurt your heart’: Cardiologist By Linda Carroll Read this article…
Take teen girls off night shift, Indian factories told
Source: hrreporter.com New code of conduct in place after complaints of abuse By Anuradha Nagaraj Read this article…
Offices grow ‘brains’ as companies seek to attract smarter workers
Source: hrreporter.com Fierce competition for talent turbo-charging recruitment trends in Berlin By Caroline Copley Read this article…
Get a Better Job and Make More Money in 2019
Source: cpiworld.com As the year ends, many of us head into a period of reflection and planning. “How did 2018 go? Did I achieve everything I wanted to? How can I make 2019 my best year yet?” This thinking inevitably leads to developing New Years’ Resolutions. Everyone knows the default goals that are set on […]
Our definition of Health and Safety includes workplace mental health – does yours?
Source: www.hrmonline.ca What does it mean to be a mentally healthy workplace? Flexible working hours, on-site support staff or scheduled meditation breaks? The truth is that in order for an organization to count itself as fostering a psychologically safe environment, employers need to start thinking about mental health as a health and safety issue. Read […]
Out of Work for Longer than a Year?
Source: cpiworld.com Out of work for longer than a year? If so, you are part of the so called “long-term unemployed” folks. This is obviously not a fun place to be. While things seem to be improving on the employment scene, we still have a high percentage of long-term unemployed workers; 20.3% of total unemployed […]
Turn Recruiting Into Your Competitive Advantage
Source: cpiworld.com Simon Parkin, Founder of The Talent Company, A Career Partners International Firm (CPI), has over 20 years of diverse recruitment and talent management experience. As a CPI Partner, The Talent Company has provided Toronto, Canada with global expertise in talent development and career transition services.
EU workers leave U.K. in record numbers as Brexit looms
Source: hrreporter.com Labour market remains stable, wages rising By Pan Pylas Read more of this article…
Most big companies failing U.N. human rights test, ranking shows
Source: hrreporter.com All businesses required to prove commitment to fairness By Umberto Bacchi Read more of this article…
Five Questions to Ask When Considering an Outplacement Provider
Source: cpiworld.com Leading organizations realize that providing outplacement services shows respect to their former employees, improves retention and engagement with those who remain, and protects their employer brand. I have yet to meet a decision maker who is not concerned with how business decisions, such as mergers, acquisitions and downsizings, affect their people, making outplacement […]
Avoid Losing More Than You Let Go
Source: cpiworld.com With over thirty years of experience, Career Partners International (CPI) has repeatedly demonstrated the value of quality outplacement services. CPI makes the difficult process of a career transition as smooth as possible for candidates and clients. Over 80% of participants working with CPI land in equal or better paying positions than they previously […]
Got a career? Still think about upskilling
Source: theglobeandmail.com With the rapid changes in types and modes of work, learning new skills is critical for everyone, even those already employed, experts say. “It’s really the way of the future for the work force,” says Linda Franklin, president and chief executive officer of the advocacy organization Colleges Ontario.
Changing Times – Future Of Leadership And The Role Of Coaching
Source: businessworld.in Leadership development has come to the point of being too individually focused and elitist VUCA World It is beyond doubt and every Leader is thoroughly aware that they live in a VUCA world (volatile, uncertain, complex, ambiguous) where things that were once certain, no longer are, and where our healthy way of doing business, […]
Nova Scotia broadens PTSD benefits for first responders
Source: hrreporter.com Eliminates requirement to prove diagnosis work-related Read more of this article…
Could controversial Quebec policy normalize discrimination?
Source: hrreporter.com Ban on symbols would affect public officials in positions of authority By Marcel Vander Wier Read more of this article…
54 per cent of Canadians feeling ‘vacation-deprived’
Source: hrreporter.com Take average of 2 mental health days per year: Survey Read more of this article…
Automated cars could kill wide range of jobs: Government
Source: hrreporter.com More than 500,000 jobs at risk, including truck drivers, subway operators, taxi drivers Read more of this article…
Poland’s biggest construction firm pays for help in finding workers
Source: hrreporter.com Almost half of Polish companies struggling to recruit: Report Read more of this article…
Beyond the setbacks, Macron’s reform push begins to pay off
Source: hrreporter.com Employment and business creations at record levels By Leigh Thomas Read more of this article…
Victims key to tackling sexual harassment, says UN adviser
Source: hrreporter.com Current practice shares outcome of internal investigations with suspect, not complainant By Umberto Bacchi/Reuters Read more of this article…
Somali woman says Dunkin’ Donuts worker called police on her
Source: hrreporter.com Incident allegedly stemmed from speaking foreign language Read more of this article…
Sears’ bankruptcy will have ripple effect, not all of it bad
Source: hrreporter.com Company intends to pay workers’ wages, benefits without interruption By Anne D’Innocenzio Read more of this article…
U.S. holiday hiring hits highest since 2014 as consumer confidence soars
Source: hrreporter.com Target, Amazon.com and Macy’s leading the way Read more of this article…
Croatia government proposes raising retirement age to 67
Source: hrreporter.com Country’s pension system unsustainable unless it raises threshold: Experts Read more of this article…
One year in, #MeToo finding fresh battlefields worldwide
Source: hrreporter.com ‘This discussion over harassment and assault has no end in sight’: NY Times By Ellen Wulfhorst Read more of this article…
U.K. automation picks up as flow of European workers slows ahead of Brexit
Source: hrreporter.com British industry lags behind peers on automation and productivity By David Milliken Read more of this article…
Putting Your People First for a Successful Future
Source: cpiworld.com Not many people know that Steve Jobs was a legendary recruiter. He always believed in quality over quantity. Managing and building a team of “A+” players drove Apple to the pinnacle of the world. Similarly, super companies like Amazon, Microsoft, Google, and Facebook managed to build teams which stood the test of time. […]
When the Smoke Clears: Is your Business ready to Adapt to the changing Cannabis law?
Source: www.newswire.ca MISSISSAUGA, ON, Oct. 15, 2018 /CNW/ – Career Compass Canada, an HR advisory firm, is reminding employers to update their Employee Handbooks to reflect the new Cannabis Act, legalizing Marijuana, that is enacted into law this coming Wednesday. “Employers need to take action now, if they have not yet done so, to update […]
Travellers to U.S. could face greater scrutiny as of Oct. 17
Source: hrreporter.com Canadians linked to cannabis could face lifetime ban: Lawyers By Marcel Vander Wier Read more…
Canadian military says doubling in sex assault reports a sign of progress
Source: hrreporter.com ‘It’s a positive indication that people feel free to come forward’: Commodore By Lee Berthiaume Read more…
Canada adds 63,300 jobs in September
Source: hrreporter.com Full-time falls by 16,900, part-time rises by 80,200: Statistics Canada By David Ljunggren Read more…
Mentoring of women in academic medicine said to be suffering due to #MeToo movement
Source: hrreporter.com Male physicians, scientists avoiding mentoring female colleagues claiming they fear false accusations of sexual misconduct By Sheryl Ubelacker Read more…
Depression, addiction, anxiety among top 10 mental health disorders covered by employers: Survey
Source: hrreporter.com Prescription, non-prescription drugs addiction, substance abuse also in top 5 By Sarah Dobson Read more…
Quebec’s Premier-designate Francois Legault would override Charter on religious symbols
Source: hrreporter.com Law prohibiting public sector workers from wearing face coverings already faces legal challenge Read more…
Pay transparency in spotlight
Source: hrreporter.com Employers ‘looking to drive higher levels of performance’: Expert By Sarah Dobson Read more…
Premier Doug Ford vows to scrap key Liberal labour reform legislation
Source: hrreporter.com ‘Bottom line, it’s an absolute job killer’ By Shawn Jeffords Read more…
Amazon scraps secret AI recruiting tool that showed bias against women
Source: hrreporter.com Other companies are forging ahead, eager to harness artificial intelligence By Jeffrey Dastin Read more…
As joblessness falls, skilled workers might be hard to find
Source: hrreporter.com U.S. unemployment rate at lowest point since 1969 By Josh Boak Read more…
Brexit uncertainty is ‘starting to bite’ for U.K. firms: Surveys
Source: hrreporter.com Services firms having most trouble finding staff; factory exports growth slows By David Milliken Read more…
U.S. job growth slows; unemployment rate falls to 3.7 per cent
Source: hrreporter.com Non-farm payrolls increase 134,000 in September By Lucia Mutikani Read more…
Sexual harassment, abuse tied to real health effects
Source: hrreporter.com Study says 70 per cent of people experienced sexual harassment at work By Linda Carroll Read more…
Here today, ghosting tomorrow – workers just disappear
Source: hrreporter.com Many deal with uncomfortable situations by cutting off communication By Joyce M. Rosenberg Read more…
Service employees can be trained to respond to overdoses in public restrooms
Source: hrreporter.com Workers often find themselves as unwitting first responders: Study By Carolyn Crist Read more…
Amazon to raise minimum wage to $15 for U.S. employees
Source: hrreporter.com Company’s current base rate starts at $11: Source By Arjun Panchadar Read more…
Canada, Mexico trade pact ‘great deal’ for all sides: Trump
Source: hrreporter.com New agreement aims to bringing more jobs to U.S. Read more…
Tech’s next great opportunity is mid career workers
Source: canadianmanufacturing.com Job transitions have always been an area of challenge for mid-career workers. A research project highlights the potential inherent in reskilling and hiring this pool of talent In the movie The Intern, a 70-year-old Robert De Niro decides to make a career change and lands an internship at an online fashion startup overflowing with […]
10 Considerations Before Choosing an Executive Coach
Source: cpiworld.com What functional backgrounds do most Presidents and CEO’s come from? Today many come from the finance area. In the past, they often moved up from sales and marketing, followed closely by operations. No matter which functional area the CEO comes from, he or she had better have a strong understanding of financial issues.
New Managers and Appropriate Boundaries with Employees; Advice on Finding the Right Balance
Source: cpiworld.com Managing people can be extremely rewarding, but it’s not without its challenges. It’s important to establish some boundaries regarding the relationships you have with your direct reports. Through our management training and leadership development programs, Career Partners International (CPI) has over thirty years’ experience helping new managers grow, thrive, and increase contributions to […]
Canadians more willing to relocate, but cost is big consideration
Source: hrreporter.com Average relocation expenses were $73,500 last year: Council By Ross Marowits Read more…
New Brunswick New Democrats pledge $15 minimum wage
Source: hrreporter.com Culture of worker safety also emphasized as election nears Read more…
Non-farm payroll employment rises by 13,600 in August: Report
Source: hrreporter.com Driven by hiring in finance, construction, manufacturing Read more…
Measuring music and productivity
Source: hrreporter.com Does music at work make employees more productive? Read more…
New WCB rules for Alberta employers
Source: hrreporter.com Amendments affect benefits coverage, reinstatement of injured workers By Sheila Brawn Read more…
Use of performance ratings systems continues to decline: Survey
Source: hrreporter.com But employers struggling when it comes to comp conversations By John Dujay Read more…
Canadian air force short 275 pilots as attrition outpaces recruitment, training
Source: hrreporter.com Also needs more mechanics, sensor operators and other trained personnel By Lee Berthiaume Read more…
Boards of directors play important role maintaining cyber resilience: Survey
Source: hrreporter.com Cross-organizational training, HR also key components of proper strategy By John Dujay Read more…
Seek compromise with U.S. on cannabis at border, lawyers urge Ottawa
Source: hrreporter.com ‘Previous use of cannabis, or any substance prohibited by U.S. federal laws, could mean you are denied entry’: Border security By James McCarten Read more…
‘Zombie firms’ plaguing Canadian productivity: Report
Source: hrreporter.com Vulnerable to economic shocks, technological disruption Read more…
U.S. agency accuses Walmart of pregnancy discrimination in lawsuit
Source: hrreporter.com Suit claims company denied requests for accommodation By Daniel Wiessner Read more…
U.S. weekly jobless claims fall as labour market strength continues
Source: hrreporter.com Unemployment benefits hit 49-year low Read more…
Greece wants to speed up minimum wage rise after bailout exit
Source: hrreporter.com Base rate was slashed 32 per cent during crisis Read more…
In Florence’s wake, uncertainty haunts migrant workers
Source: hrreporter.com Hurricane forces evacuation in North Carolina, jeopardizing harvesters By Anna Mehler Paperny and Eduardo Munoz Read more…
Macron’s ‘tough love’ to young jobseeker fuels French reform debate
Source: hrreporter.com Amid high unemployment, president touts need for retraining By Luke Baker Read more…
Harassment, anxiety and debt: The working life of young British women
Source: hrreporter.com More than 50 per cent say job has negative impact on mental health By Sonia Elks Read more…
Small businesses not keeping up with larger companies in hiring
Source: hrreporter.com U.S. owners struggling to find qualified workers: Economist By Joyce M. Rosenberg Read more…
As U.S. job openings reach unprecedented levels, so does quitting
Source: hrreporter.com Americans taking advantage of labour market to find higher-paying work By Christopher Rugaber Read more…
Some McDonald’s workers vote to strike over sex harassment
Source: hrreporter.com Employees subjected to harassment plan to walk out in 10 cities across U.S. on Sept. 18 By David Crary Read more…
Virtual reality tackles real-life sex abuse
Source: hrreporter.com Immersive technology takes on harassment in the workplace By Umberto Bacchi Read more…
It’s Lonely at the Top; CEOs Benefit From Executive Coaching
Source: cpiworld.com Among top talent in executive offices, the vast majority of leaders have proven themselves to be intelligent. That’s a given. The difference between success and failure as a leader often comes down to soft skills, those traits that aren’t found on a resume. Based on an anonymous survey, Harvard Business Review notes that […]
Employment falls by 52,000 in August
Source: hrreporter.com Part-time employment declines by 92,000: Statistics Canada Read more…
BMO, Sun Life among top employers for diversity, inclusion
Source: hrreporter.com 100 companies ranked globally using 24 metrics Read more…
Talent shortage threatens growth
Source: hrreporter.com Many CEOs sleepwalking into crisis’: Expert By Marcel Vander Wier Read more…
Legal, medical cannabis still posing challenges for employers: Survey
Source: hrreporter.com Employers need to boost communication, enlighten employees: Experts By Sarah Dobson Read more…
Labour shortage the ‘new norm’ that will last a decade: BDC economist
Source: hrreporter.com ‘If you think this is temporary, you will take temporary measures — which is the wrong way to approach this issue’ By David Paddon Read more…
Quebec securities regulator helping companies disclose exposure to modern slavery
Source: hrreporter.com Tens of millions of people estimated to be affected by involuntary work under threat or penalty By David Paddon Read more…
Shift away from traditional work continues across Canada: Survey
Source: hrreporter.com How should human resources respond to the gig economy? By Marcel Vander Wier Read more…
Work-life balance, precarious workers focus for revamp of federal labour code
Source: hrreporter.com Employer groups looking for more flexibility to adapt to changing labour market dynamics By Jordan Press Read more…
Workers, companies left in limbo after Trans Mountain pipeline ruling
Source: hrreporter.com ‘Official layoff notices have not been issued yet but we’re waiting to hear what happens next week’: Union By Hina Alam Read more…
Ontario chamber urges government to immediately repeal Bill 148
Source: hrreporter.com Business group wants minimum wage to remain at $14 an hour Read more…
Major U.S. hotels giving panic buttons to staff
Source: hrreporter.com Fob tool will protect workers from harassment, assault by 2020 By Dee-Ann Durbin Read more…
U.S. job growth surges; annual wage gain largest since 2009
Source: hrreporter.com Non-farm payrolls increased by 201,000 in August By Lucia Mutikani Read more…
U.K. sets out plans for visas for non-EU migrant farm workers post-Brexit
Source: hrreporter.com Pilot scheme will run during planned transition period By Kylie MacLellan Read more…
U.S. weekly jobless claims drop to near 49-year low
Source: hrreporter.com ‘The economy is in overdrive’: Economist By Lucia Mutikani Read more…
Don’t go! Surging business sales make staff retention a must
Source: hrreporter.com Low unemployment eases ability to find new work By Joyce M. Rosenberg Read more…
Wave of #MeToo complaints strains U.S. human rights agencies
Source: hrreporter.com ‘An increase in resources is absolutely going to be paramount’ By Susan Haigh Read more…
Mexico-U.S. trade deal unlikely to boost low Mexican wages
Source: hrreporter.com Activists say agreement won’t stop steady flow of jobs to south By Mark Stevenson Read more…
Trump cancels pay raise due to federal workers in January
Source: hrreporter.com President calls for pay to be based on performance By Darlene Superville Read more…
U.S. weekly jobless claims rise, labour market still tightening
Source: hrreporter.com Trump protectionist trade policy not affecting labour market Read more…
China considers measures to curb workplace harassment: Report
Source: hrreporter.com Draft code puts forward ‘clear rules’ focused on sexual harassment Read more…
Employment increases by 11,600 Jobs in July: Report
Source: hrreporter.com Uptick in hiring leisure, hospitality, health care, professional services Read more…
Some facts about medicinal cannabis
Source: hrreporter.com Only two approved cannabis-based drugs are sold in Canada Read more…
HR should be ‘very concerned’ about cannabis legalization: Employers
Source: hrreporter.com 42 per cent of workers expect medical cannabis coverage Read more…
Quebec sets aside $900 million for companies hurt by U.S. tariffs
Source: hrreporter.com Available over five years for direct investments, tax subsidies, training Read more…
Salaries expected to increase by 2.6 per cent in 2019: Survey
Source: hrreporter.com Provinces expecting biggest gains include British Columbia, Alberta Read more…
Open-concept workplaces can mean less collaboration: Study
Source: hrreporter.com But careful planning, balanced design, feedback can all help, say experts By Melissa Campeau Read more…
Employers still questioning merits of financial wellness programs: Survey
Source: hrreporter.com Retirement planning, debt management most popular offerings By Sarah Dobson Read more…
Deadline extended for benefits award at 2018 National HR Awards
Source: hrreporter.com Benchmark Benefit Solutions Top Benefits Administrator Award is new for 2018 – get yourself or your team the recognition it deserves Read more…
Ontario’s Hydro One names new board of directors after en masse resignation
Source: hrreporter.com Chief executive suddenly retired last month after political intervention Read more…
Marijuana job searches up as industry grows: Study
Source: hrreporter.com More than half of want ads for jobs in Ontario By Andy Blatchford Read more…
Germany looks at easing immigration laws to fill skilled labour gaps
Source: hrreporter.com Record 1.2 million jobs remain unfilled in Germany Read more…
Japan ministries may have fiddled numbers of disabled employees: Media
Source: hrreporter.com Since 1976, companies have legislated to employ specific percentage Read more…
Weight-loss surgery linked to better job prospects
Source: hrreporter.com ‘Positive change more obvious for women’: Study author By Lisa Rapaport Read more…
Afghans, Syrians help German firms fill training vacancies
Source: hrreporter.com Employers laud shift as good news for companies By Michael Nienaber Read more…
Empty shipyard, suicides as ‘Hyundai Town’ grapples with grim future
Source: hrreporter.com After huge shipbuilding job losses, auto workers fear they’re next By Hyunjoo Jin and Heekyong Yang Read more…
Control immigration, but keep workers coming: U.K. employers
Source: hrreporter.com Half of London’s construction employees not from Britain By William Schomberg Read more…
Exercise linked to better mental health – but too much may do harm
Source: hrreporter.com Team sports, social groups have best effect: Study Read more…
A lifeline for workers who face hardship between paycheques
Source: hrreporter.com More U.S. companies rolling out flexible pay option By Sarah Skidmore Sell and Alexandra Olson Read more…
Small U.S. businesses find tight job market makes it hard to hire
Source: hrreporter.com Low unemployment has shrunk recruit pool, intensified competition By Christopher Rugaber Read more…
New York sues Trump administration over program for ‘predatory employers’
Source: hrreporter.com Allows employers to resolve violations of federal overtime and minimum wage laws without penalties By Brendan Pierson Read more…
11 ways to boost mental health in the workplace
Source: cos-mag.com No one is immune to issues, including those highly engaged with their work By Katy Kamkar The costs associated with mental health disabilities are higher than those of physical related disabilities. The economic burden of mental illness in Canada is estimated to be $51 billion per year and that includes health care costs and […]
Executive Coaching is a Leader’s Secret Weapon
Source: cpiworld.com Successful organizations recognize the advantage of ongoing development for leaders and the benefits of providing situational coaching. Career Partners International (CPI) helps leaders achieve their goals with an emphasis on providing meaningful executive coaching services that meet the unique circumstances and needs of the organization. CPI Executive Coaching participants report a 95% satisfaction […]
What We’ve Got Here Is Failure to Communicate
Source: cpiworld.com One of the most important skills a leader contributes to an organization is the ability to communicate. Every day management communicates up to the C-Suite, externally to clients and prospects, across divisions with their peers, and within their own team. Effective team communication determines success or failure of a group. Through our executive […]
Minimum wage increases bite into funding boost for Canada Summer Jobs program
Source: hrreporter.com Drop in number of hours funded to meet government’s jobs target By Jordan Press Read more of this article…
Why employees might consider opting out of their health benefits
Source: hrreporter.com Many Canadians may be paying for double coverage: Experts By Armina Ligaya Read more of this article…
Non-farm payroll employment falls in June: Report
Source: hrreporter.com Loss of 10,500 jobs driven by decline in hiring in finance, real estate Read more of this article…
Why do so many retail and hospitality candidates drop out of the hiring process?
Source: hrreporter.com Employer reputation, pay disparity among top concerns: Survey By Melissa Campeau Read more of this article…
Restaurant Brands International to review ‘no-poach’ agreements in Canada
Source: hrreporter.com Franchises in U.S. dropped similar language to avoid antitrust lawsuit By Aleksandra Sagan Read more of this article…
Bullying, harassment, gender bias tolerated at Memorial University’s med school: Report
Source: hrreporter.com ‘There is a culture of tolerance of disrespectful and harassing behaviour by some individuals’ By Holly McKenzie-Sutter Read more of this article…
Two-thirds of job candidates looking to telecommute: Survey
Source: hrreporter.com Offering flexibility helps with attraction, retention By Melissa Campeau Read more of this article…
U.S. weekly jobless claims hit more than 48-1/2-year low
Source: hrreporter.com But trade tensions casting shadow over economy’s outlook By Lucia Mutikani Read more of this article…
Trump tariffs would cause vehicle prices to soar, wipe out jobs: Report
Source: hrreporter.com Says U.S. automotive industry would not benefit from trade protections By David Paddon Read more of this article…
Australia jobs jump in June, still plenty left to hire
Source: hrreporter.com Expanding labour supply limits wage gains By Wayne Cole Read more of this article…
Trump pushing job training as employers search for workers
Source: hrreporter.com U.S. president asking companies to sign pledge By Ken Thomas Read more of this article…
Uber being probed for gender discrimination: Source
Source: hrreporter.com Investigation includes pay disparity By Nick Carey and Munsif Vengattil Read more of this article…
Britain announces ‘short and sharper’ code for companies
Source: hrreporter.com Update comes into effect in January By Huw Jones Read more of this article…
7 fast-food chains agree to end ‘no-poaching’ policies
Source: hrreporter.com Move ensures U.S. restaurants avoid litigation By Gene Johnson Read more of this article…
Rise of robots fuels slavery threat for Asian factory workers: Analysts
Source: hrreporter.com 137 million at risk of losing jobs in next 20 years: UN By Kieran Guilbert Read more of this article…
Uber’s chief HR officer resigns in email to staff following discrimination probe
Source: hrreporter.com Whistleblowers allege she dismissed internal complaints of racial discrimination By Salvador Rodriguez/Reuters Read more of this article…
5 Signs It’s the Perfect Time for Executive Coaching
Source: cpiworld.com Harvard Business Review recently posted an article “4 Signs an Executive Isn’t Ready for Coaching.” While not every executive needs a coach, this practice can be transformational and help a leader ascend to a higher level of performance. With over thirty years of international coaching experience, Career Partners International (CPI) provides trusted advisors to thousands of executives. […]
Promotions without pay? It’s a growing trend in Canada
Source: hrreporter.com Millennials appreciate opportunity, flexibility of new roles: Experts By Sarah Dobson Read more of this article…
Coping with chronic conditions
Source: hrrporter.com Communicating wellness options appreciated by staff: Survey Read more of this article…
Feds will make recreational marijuana legal in Canada on Oct. 17: Trudeau
Source: hrreporter.com Delay will allow provinces, territories time to implement regimes By Joan Bryden Read more of this article…
Germany to raise minimum wage to $14.52 in 2020
Source: hrreporter.com Increase expected to lift household spending during U.S. tariffs rift By Michael Nienaber Read more of this article…
Volkswagen may seek damages from ex-CEO over dieselgate
Source: hrreporter.com Winterkorn was at helm when carmaker cheated on emissions tests Read more of this article…
Intel CEO resigns after probe of relationship with employee
Source: hrreporter.com Krzanich entitled to a US$38-million ‘walk-away’ payment By Munsif Vengattil and Stephen Nellis Read more of this article…
Companies need older workers: Here’s why
Source: hrreporter.com Employers must prepare as populations age rapidly By Mark Miller Read more of this article…
Washington’s ‘capricious’ trade actions will hurt U.S. workers, China warns
Source: hrreporter.com Trump threatens $200 billion in tariffs By Yawen Chen and Se Young Lee Read more of this article…
Inspired by #MeToo, Australia launches inquiry into workplace sexual harassment
Source: hrreporter.com Year-long investigation launched by human rights commission By Nicholas Ford Read more of this article…
Residents of Washington, D.C., approve wage hike for tipped workers
Source: hrreporter.com Critics say measure will reduce tips, raise prices Read more of this article…
Orange, former executives to stand trial over staff suicides
Source: hrreporter.com Group accused of engaging in or assisting psychological harassment Read more of this article…
Third of U.K. employers ‘less likely’ to hire transgender staff
Source: hrreporter.com ‘Employers have responsibility to be changemakers’: Lobbyist By Meka Beresford Read more of this article…
Demand for foreign workers may soften Japan’s immigration rules
Source: hrreporter.com Labour crunch intensifying ahead of 2020 Tokyo Olympics By Malcolm Foster and Kiyoshi Takenaka Read more of this article…
In The War For Talent, The Best Offense Is A Good Defense
Source: cpiworld.com Career Partners International (CPI) is pleased to introduce our new employee engagement workshop, PowerMyWork™. With decades of career management experience, CPI understands the value of an engaged workforce.
One-Sided Negotiations: Is a Company’s Inflexibility on Job Offers a Red Flag?
Source: moneyinc.com Elaine Varelas, CPI Board Member Being offered a new role that’s a great fit professionally and culturally is an exciting time—unless an unproductive negotiation process taints the entire experience. It’s common to negotiate one or more aspects of a job offer—whether it’s base salary, sign-on bonus, or expected start date—and a successful negotiation can […]
Less than one-third of workers talking mental health with employers
Source: hrreporter.com Almost half of Canadians have experienced issues: Survey
Canadian CEOs confident about growth: Global survey
Source: hrreporter.com ‘Business leaders are feeling an unprecedented level of confidence’
Quebec won’t introduce tip-sharing mechanism sought by restaurant owners
Source: hrreporter.com Labour minister prepared to study the matter, however
Increase of 30,200 jobs in April: Report
Source: hrreporter.com Major gains in professional and business services, trade and manufacturing
Learning, growth opportunities top factor for jobseekers
Source: hrreporter.com Company culture, pay and benefits further behind as considerations: Survey
U.S. veterans, discharged and jobless, seek hiring rules changes
Source: hrreporter.com Warning to Connecticut employers on discrimination may help By Jennifer McDermott
In corporate Japan, little movement on harassment policies: Reuters poll
Source: hrreporter.com 78 per cent of companies haven’t bolstered rules in last year By Thomas Wilson
Next frontier in workplace wellness? Financial health
Source: hrreporter.com Money worries leave many employees distracted at work: Study By Beth Pinsker
French unemployment edges up, dampening Macron’s hopes
Source: hrreporter.com Suggests job, growth policies struggling to gain traction By Sudip Kar-Gupta
McDonald’s workers file sex harassment claims
Source: hrreporter.com Advocacy groups providing legal defence for 10 workers who claim harassment at franchisee-run locations; fast-food chain has zero-tolerance policy By David Crary
Companies win big at U.S. top court on worker class-action curbs
Source: hrreporter.com Decision may have ‘chilling effect’ on mistreatment claims: Expert By Lawrence Hurley
NYC bill would let workers take a break from calls, emails
Problem has grown with the proliferation of smartphones: Prof By Greg Keller
Labour shortage weighing on Croatian economy: Bank governor
Source: hrreporter.com Aging population, EU worker exodus contributing to issue
Seattle passes scaled-back tax on Amazon, big companies to battle homelessness
Source: hrreporter.com ‘Head tax’ will cost employers US$275 annually per worker By Gregory Scruggs
15 Signs You Need A Career Coach, According To Experts
Source: www.bustle.com Are you happy with your job? You may think your job or career is just fine, but there are many signs you need a career coach. Sometimes, it’s to help you rewrite your resume. Other times, it’s to get more clarity about your long-term career trajectory. Or perhaps you just need someone to […]
Hiring aspiring workers living with mental illness makes cents
Source: www.newswire.ca NEWS PROVIDED BY Mental Health Commission of Canada Apr 12, 2018 Today the MHCC launched a summary report, A Clear Business Case for Hiring Aspiring Workers that suggests opening the doors to aspiring workers living with mental illness is a win-win for employers and employees.
One-third of workers say automation, AI would help with their performance
Source: hrreporter.com But one-quarter worried about impact on job prospects: Survey Read more of this article…
Salesforce, Kicking Horse Coffee, Habanero among best workplaces in Canada
Source: hrreporter.com Ultimate Software, Whirlpool and Stryker also among 150 winners Read more of this article…
‘OK Google, find me a job’: New job search feature launches in Canada
Source: hrreporter.com Appears within existing search engine when users type in queries Read more of this article…
Not enough employers have comprehensive substance use policies: Report
Source: hrreporter.com Says those that do offer inadequate measures to help struggling employees By Camille Bains Read more of this article…
Commit to harassment-free environment or forego federal arts funding: Joly
Source: hrreporter.com Review of policies followed allegations of sexual misconduct by artistic director in Toronto By Teresa Wright Read more of this article…
Air carriers urge feds to slow down flight time limits for sleepy pilots
Source: hrreporter.com New regulations represent first update in more than 20 years Read more of this article…
Using MBTI To Facilitate Self-Empowerment And Understanding Of Others
Source: psychometrics.com Having used a variety of assessment tools, the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator® (MBTI®) is my first choice as a coach. It measures personality preferences and can facilitate increased self-awareness (resulting in empowerment) and enhanced diversity appreciation (resulting in understanding and acceptance of others)—aspects needed in life, at work and as global citizens of the world.
Back pay for queen as ‘The Crown’ closes gender wage gap
Source: hrreporter.com Claire Foy to take home additional C$352,000: Reports Read more of this article…
Auto plants of the future may have a surprisingly human touch
Source: hrreporter.com Companies working on perfecting combination of human, robot: Report By Norihiko Shirouzu, Edward Taylor and Nick Carey Read more of this article…
New York taxi drivers call for pay guarantee, limits on cars for hire
Source: hrreporter.com ‘We are making less than minimum wage’: Uber driver By Peter Szekely Read more of this article…
Saudi Arabia needs 1.2 million jobs by 2022 to hit unemployment target: Official
Source: hrreporter.com Kingdom to focus on retail sector to reduce current rate of 12.8 per cent By Marwa Rashad and Stephen Kalin Read more of this article…
British businesses embrace profits with a purpose
Source: hrreporter.com Growing number of socially minded companies providing jobs for people marginalized from traditional workforce By Lee Mannion Read more of this article…
‘Men only’ job ads show ongoing discrimination in China: Report
Source: hrreporter.com Enforcement of anti-discrimination policy is weak By Christopher Bodeen Read more of this article…
Quotas needed to close Britain’s workplace gender gap: Study
Source: hrreporter.com ‘We have to take a proactive approach if we want to drive change’: Equality charity CEO By Serena Chaudhry Read more of this article…
Japanese companies see big things in small-scale industrial robots
Source: hrreporter.com Collaborative robots, or ‘cobots,’ work alongside humans By Makiko Yamazaki Read more of this article…
3 more Nike execs depart amid probe into workplace behaviour
Source: hrreporter.com Departures include vice-president of diversity and inclusion Read more of this article…
Why mental health matters in the workplace
Source: www.thestar.com Mental health has a big impact on the workplace. It can affect worker productivity, company profits and ultimately the country’s economy. Yet most employers do not have a mental-health strategy in place. “Every day, Canadians struggle with mental health, whether it’s their own or that of a loved one, friend or colleague,” says Allison […]
One-Two (Gut) Punch: What Comparison and Jealousy are Trying to Teach Us
Source: coachfederation.org I was mindlessly scrolling through Instagram when all of a sudden, I saw it: one of my favorite former clients (I will call her Katie) and my celebrity coach crush—together. I couldn’t believe my eyes, or the flood of emotions in my heart. Why was Katie there? Why didn’t she tell me she was […]
6 Simple Ways to Train Your Brain for Happiness, According to Science
Source: www.inc.com Very small changes can have a very big effect on your emotional outlook. There’s a lot to be said for being happy. It makes you better at your job, healthier, likelier to have good relationships, and can even extend your life. Plus, if you’ve tried both being happy and unhappy, then you already know being happy is much […]
Computers Know How to Compromise Better than Humans
Source: coachfederation.org Could we learn how to compromise better from machines? Two Brigham Young University (BYU) computer science professors, Jacob Crandall and Michael Goodrich, seem to think so, thanks to a new algorithm they developed with colleagues at MIT and other international universities.
Pfizer, NB Power among top employee-recommended workplaces
Source: hrreporter.com Awards recognize excellence in healthy, engaged, productive workforces
Bombardier executive compensation rises to $42.5 million in 2017
Source: hrreporter.com Boosts to pay scale during layoff period made headlines last year By Julien Arsenault
Trudeau touts Canada Workers Benefit, budget during New Brunswick visit
Source: hrreporter.com ‘It allows low-income workers to take home more money while they work’ By Kevin Bissett
Starbucks to offer equal pay for equal work to women in Canada
Source: hrreporter.com Corporation wants to end disparities in all operating markets
Duclos defends gender-neutral language amid criticism from opposition
Source: hrreporter.com Workers instructed to use client’s full name or ask their preference By Morgan Lowrie
Ontario retailers acting ‘rationally’ to minimum wage hike: CEO
Source: hrreporter.com ‘Economics are prevailing, costs are being covered by increased sales and margins’ By Ross Marowits
TD Bank most desirable company to work for in Canada: Report
Source: hrreporter.com RBC, Hootsuite, Amazon and KPMG also in top five
Hyundai union chief warns of job crisis, says electric cars are ‘evil’
Source: hrreporter.com Workers have been asked to take longer holidays as sales slow By Hyunjoo Jin
New York, New Jersey airport workers could get hike in minimum wage
Source: hrreporter.com Base hourly rate could rise to $19 by 2023 By Hilary Russ
U.S. spending bill would stop employers from pocketing workers’ tips
Source: hrreporter.com Would end proposal to share tips with ‘back-of-house’ staff By Robert Iafolla
Australia keeps adding jobs, still can’t satisfy jobseekers
Source: hrreporter.com Slack in labour market weighing on wages growth By Wayne Cole and Swati Pandey
Pay awards at British employers highest in 2 years: Survey
Source: hrreporter.com 2.5 per cent bumps strongest since December 2015
Coaching as an Equalizer: Closing the Gender Gap in Leadership
Source: trainingindustry.com At this point, just about everyone knows about the gender gap – the disparity between the number of women in leadership roles and the number of women who should be in leadership roles based on demographics, ability and interest.
Ontario government expands pharmacare program to seniors
Source: hrreporter.com Program will cost $575 million annually: Premier
Canadian cities lead North American rankings for quality of living
Source: hrreporter.com Vancouver number five in global rankings
London, Ont., fire chief retires amid complaints of department-wide harassment
Source: hrreporter.com City had received complaints from 60 employees By Peter Goffin
Nova Scotia spends millions on doctors, including $150 new patient bonus
Source: hrreporter.com Physicians could take home thousands extra per year By Keith Doucette
Uber suspends self-driving car tests in Toronto, other centres, after fatality
Source: hrreporter.com Technology could lead to job losses in transportation sectors where 1.1 million people are employed By Dan Healing
Rejection rates for Canada Summer Jobs funding up 12-fold from last year
Source: hrreporter.com Rejections at 1,561 this year compared to 126 in 2017 By Jordan Press
Political staffers split on whether harassment legislation will work: Survey
Source: hrreporter.com Several refer to power imbalance, exacerbated by lack of job security By Joanna Smith
Few political staffers on Parliament Hill report sexual misconduct: Survey
Source: hrreporter.com Worried about negative consequences for their careers By Joanna Smith
Uncertainty dogs faith-based organizations applying for federal funding
Source: hrreporter.com Controversy around Canada Summer Jobs program By Jordan Press
Drug-testing proposal splits group helping Liberals on workplace policies
Source: hrreporter.com Means no new federal rules on workplace impairment before pot becomes legal
Liberals say minimum wage hike helps people more than income tax cut
Source: hrreporter.com ‘If your focus is on putting money in the pockets of low-income households, this is the way to do it’: Economist By Paola Loriggio
More shoppers want customer service from gadgets over humans: Study
Source: hrreporter.com Retail chains face challenges in balance between staffing, technology
Dutch move to tackle ‘stigma’ facing business that does good
Source: hrreporter.com ‘People think we do it just for the subsidies’: CEO By Lee Mannion
U.S. employee health plans charge smokers extra but don’t help them quit
Source: hrreporter.com Surcharges permitted only when employers provide wellness program By Carolyn Crist
Experts question Las Vegas casinos’ plan to prevent sexual harassment
Source: hrreporter.com Regulators leaving too much discretion to operators, says lawyer By Regina Garcia Cano
Japanese businesses to raise wages, but many short of PM’s target
Source: hrreporter.com Abe piles pressure on companies to raise wages by 3 per cent By Tetsushi Kajimoto
Labour shortages may undermine German economic boom: Survey
Source: hrreorter.com Every second firm unable to find enough workers By Michael Nienaber
Trump’s trade policies jeopardize jobs and prosperity: German minister
Source: hrreporter.com ‘Trump’s policies are putting the order of a free global economy at risk’ By Michael Nienaber
U.S. non-farm payrolls post largest gain in 1.5 years
Source: hrreporter.com Job growth surges; unemployment rate at 4.1 per cent By Lucia Mutikani
France to fine companies if gender pay gaps not erased
Source: hrreporter.com Firms with more than 50 employees will have to install wage monitoring software
United Air hits pause on changes to bonus program after employee uproar
Source: hrreporter.com Program would have replaced bonuses with a lottery for cars, vacations and cash prizes By Alana Wise/Reuters
MEDIA ADVISORY – Toronto Leaders Recognized for Coaching Excellence
NEWS PROVIDED BY ICF Toronto Chapter TORONTO, March 12, 2018 /CNW/ – The Toronto Charter Chapter of the International Coach Federation – ICF Toronto – announced this week recipients of the 2018 prestigious PRISM Awards during their conference, Journey to Mastery. The PRISM Award recipients exemplify how professional coaching can develop an organization’s human capital by maximizing individuals’ potential. […]
College to Career Program – San Antonio
Source: http://www.cpiworld.com A training program provided by Greene and Associates, Inc./CPI Firm Make yourself marketable and find the career of your dreams with the Greene and Associates, Inc. team. Find the right job, refine your networking skills, and interview like a boss with this unique, customized workshop that will set you apart from your peers. Click […]
Manitoba premier announces ‘no wrong door’ harassment policy for staff
Source: hrreporter.com Gives employees more options to report complaints: Premier
P.E.I. guide supports employers responding to family violence
Source: hrreporter.com Resource meant to help businesses support employees in need
Canada’s gender pay equity strategy likely to stop short of Iceland’s: Experts
Source: hrreporter.com Similar legislation ‘would be a hard pill to swallow’ in Canada By Tara Deschamps
Trudeau announces 2-way investment deal with India worth $1 billion
Source: hrreporter.com Says deal will create more than 5,800 new jobs in Canada By Mia Rabson
New Uber feature to force drivers to take break after 12 straight hours
Source: hrreporter.com Policy requires six-hour break before driving again By Tara Deschamps
Atlantic provinces hope to coax more foreign students to stay after graduation
Source: hrreporter.com Retention more acute in Atlantic Canada than rest of country: Minister
Judge rules ‘vulgar’ slur against reporter was not a public disturbance
Source: hrreporter.com Newfoundland journalist victim in April 2017 incident By Sue Bailey
Use-it-or-lose-it leave for fathers could be in works: Trudeau
Source: hrreporter.com Idea similar to paternity leave policy in Quebec By Jordan Press
British construction industry faces EU worker exodus: Hays
Source: hrreporter.com ‘Less appetite’ for non-British workers to take jobs following Brexit vote By Esha Vaish
Facebook co-founder wants U.S. citizens to have ‘fair shot’ at guaranteed income
Source: hrreporter.com Chris Hughes says efforts needed to counter effects of growing income inequality By Gregory Scruggs
U.K. Supreme Court hears key case on gig economy worker
Source: hrreporter.com Case could affect business models of major firms By Costas Pitas
U.K. bosses hold views from ‘dark ages’ on pregnant women, new mothers: Survey
Source: hrreporter.com ‘We do need to have much more aggressive efforts from government’: Lobbyist By Ana Ionova
Japan’s tax incentive for raising wages may have limited appeal
Source: hrreporter.com Government using corporate tax breaks to encourage wage hikes By Stanley White
U.S. weekly jobless claims rebound from near 45-year lows
Source: hrreporter.com American labour market is near full employment