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Why HR needs to ‘lead from the front’ in 2023

Why HR needs to ‘lead from the front’ in 2023

Source: www.hcamag.com What’s the difference between a good leader and a great one? What’s the difference between a good leader […]

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remote work

These Canadians Are Earning More By Working Remotely for International Companies

Source: canadianbusiness.com The pandemic opened up opportunities for workers to earn higher salaries and secure better benefits—all from the comfort […]

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Wanted: Better internal communication

Wanted: Better internal communication

Source: www.hcamag.com Survey finds employers lacking when it comes to strategy, vision, DEI and culture Nearly three-quarters (74%) of organizations […]

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Looking for a job or career change? These skills will be in high demand in 2023, experts say

Looking for a job or career change? These skills will be in high demand in 2023, experts say

Source: www.ctvnews.ca Canada is suffering from a severe skills shortage in several key sectors, experts say, thanks to factors that […]

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Hiring to increase in Canada, despite market volatility: Robert Half study

Hiring to increase in Canada, despite market volatility: Robert Half study

Source: www.itworldcanada.com The job market has been facing the changing demands of a new workforce and a new economic environment, […]

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Multi-Generational Mentorship Is Key to Employee and Organizational Success — Here’s Why

Multi-Generational Mentorship Is Key to Employee and Organizational Success — Here’s Why

Source: www.womenofinfluence.ca The world continues to change, but the need for mentorship remains. In 2021 and 2022, there were many […]

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Are your employees practising hybrid work etiquette?

Are your employees practising hybrid work etiquette?

Source: www.hcamag.com HP partners with Debrett’s to offer 10 tips on maintaining professional standards while working from home We’ve heard […]

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Many DEI programs falling short of expectations

Many DEI programs falling short of expectations

Source: www.hcamag.com Employees most unhappy with ‘belonging,’ finds survey There is a lot of room for improvement when it comes […]

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'Who better to tell the story than the employees themselves?'

‘Who better to tell the story than the employees themselves?’

Source: www.hcamag.com What role does employee experience play in an ‘award-winning culture’? With culture being a main driver of retention […]

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Top Ten HR Trends For The 2023 Workplace

Top Ten HR Trends For The 2023 Workplace

Source: www.forbes.com As we enter 2023, the future of work has become the now of work. Many of the changes […]

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Ringing In 2023: The Four Top Workplace Trends That Will Make Or Break Companies In The New Year

Ringing In 2023: The Four Top Workplace Trends That Will Make Or Break Companies In The New Year

Source: www.forbes.com Uncertainty defined 2022, a tumultuous year in which war, pandemic and climate change reigned over the stage. While […]

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Digital skills program paves the way for new career paths: ‘I look at tech differently now’

Digital skills program paves the way for new career paths: ‘I look at tech differently now’

Source: saltwire.com Audrey Balsor wasn’t sure what to expect when she applied for Skills for Hire Atlantic. After more than a […]

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Canada faces a serious shortage of STEM skills

Canada faces a serious shortage of STEM skills

Source: troymedia.com A threat to both our quality of life and economic competitiveness We live in an age when a […]

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Politicians urged to help ease transition from military to civilian work

Politicians urged to help ease transition from military to civilian work

Source: cbc.ca ‘After 36 years of service it was terrifying stepping out of a uniform and into civilian service’ “Terrified” […]

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HELP WANTED: Why lucrative skilled trades are a tough sell to young people

HELP WANTED: Why lucrative skilled trades are a tough sell to young people

Source: lfpress.com Courtney Axford always loved working with her hands – even taking shop classes in high school – but […]

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Make Leader Character Your Competitive Edge

Make Leader Character Your Competitive Edge

Source: sloanreview.mit.edu Character is about a lot more than ethics — and fostering a culture where it is valued equally […]

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Should you change jobs in a recession?

Should you change jobs in a recession?

Source: www.theglobeandmail.com There may be no better time for Canadians to switch jobs given record low unemployment and the tight […]

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Breaks at work boost job performance and well-being, SFU study finds

Breaks at work boost job performance and well-being, SFU study finds

Source: cbc.ca ‘It’s very hard to concentrate for a full 5 hours at a time. None of us can do […]

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Work and our mental health

Work and our mental health

Source: thestar.com With our mental health strained and workplace arrangements changing, it’s time for an in-depth look at what’s needed […]

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Why your options may be limited if your employer wants you back in the workplace

Why your options may be limited if your employer wants you back in the workplace

Source: cbc.ca Workplace experts also encourage both sides to discuss what’s possible as pandemic arrangements shift The pandemic necessity of […]

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Executives confident of maintaining culture amid hybrid work

Executives confident of maintaining culture amid hybrid work

Source: www.hcamag.com Shifting work arrangements challenge employee experience On the onset of hybrid work across the world, an overwhelming number […]

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Mental health resources improving employee productivity, retention: survey

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 […]

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Finally heading back to the office? It's getting more expensive to do that

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 […]

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Canadian employers increasing salary for current staff to help close wage gaps: survey

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 […]

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How to help clients plan for career changes

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 […]

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The do's and don'ts of conflict management

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 […]

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Why companies need to invest in workers’ careers — or kiss top talent goodbye

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 […]

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Sabbaticals can help with talent attraction and retention, say experts

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. […]

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Canadians call for career change – here's why your team is quitting

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 […]

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Working from home poses risks to both employer and employees

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 […]

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Burnout leading Canadians to life-changing decisions of employment, relationships

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 […]

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Ontario passes new rules aimed at work-life balance for employees

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 […]

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Feeling burned out? Four workplace predictions for 2022

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 – […]

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Essential soft skills to become a great leader

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 […]

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Right-to-disconnect legislation

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 […]

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disability claims

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 […]

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survey mental health

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 […]

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Sept 30 holiday

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 […]

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great resignation

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/ – […]

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employees disconnected from leaders

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, […]

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executive leadership refocus

‘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. […]

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executive leaders inclusive

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 […]

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young adults work harder

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 […]

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proof of COVID vaccination

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 […]

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out of office panic

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 […]

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An effective hybrid workforce demands the right leadership skills to support it

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 […]

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With employee wellness top of mind, more companies push fitness programs as the hybrid return to the office begins

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 […]

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'The tide is really turning' on support for COVID-19 vaccine passports, expert says

‘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 […]

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Here's what Canada's business leaders think about heading back to the office

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 […]

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Canadians unsure about return to workplace plans, mental strain increased

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 […]

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Canada looks to women to bolster trades amid post-pandemic labour shortage

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 […]

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StatCan data shows youth unemployment rates have risen during the COVID-19 pandemic

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 […]

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New Survey: Looking For a Job? Employers Value Soft Skills More than Ever Before

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 […]

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workplace wellbeing

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 […]

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50 year old intern

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 […]

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New website aims to help Ontarians by listing businesses that require proof of vaccination

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 […]

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Can a business ban unvaccinated customers? Here’s what we know

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 […]

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workplace covid19

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 […]

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workplace racism

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 […]

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Step 3 opening

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, […]

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Vaccinated against COVID-19? What does it mean to me?

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 […]

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Four ways to cultivate diverse candidate pools

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 […]

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Most Canadians want a hybrid workplace model

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 […]

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Canadian workers exhausted but more loyal and have a greater sense of purpose 13 months into the pandemic: KPMG

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 […]

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Canada's labour market is coming back to life in a big way

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 […]

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Ontario Strengthens Enforcement of Stay-at-Home Order

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 […]

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Ontario Enacts Provincial Emergency and Stay-at-Home Order

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 […]

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'Not a cookie-cutter solution': Why remote work doesn't work for everyone

‘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 […]

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leadership

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 […]

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From restaurant staff to pilots, pandemic is pushing people in hard-hit professions to retrain for new jobs

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 […]

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February Jobs Report: Employment in Canada increased by 259,000, blowing past expectations

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. […]

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skills gap

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 […]

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Skilled Trades Workers

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 […]

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Canada’s top 10 in-demand jobs for 2021

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 […]

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Canadians reporting more anxiety and depression than ever before, poll finds

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 […]

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worker

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 […]

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CFIB

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 […]

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Enhancing public health and workplace safety measures in the provincewide shutdown

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 […]

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Province Issues Stay-at-Home Order and Introduces Enhanced Enforcement Measures to Reduce Mobility

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

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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.

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.

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Bosses weighing public health guidance, business needs and employee anxiety

Employers can make you come to the office during the pandemic. But should they?

Bosses weighing public health guidance, business needs and employee anxiety

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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.

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.

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Canada Says It Has 120,000 Summer Job Opportunities Coming For Young Canadians In 2021

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 […]

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The COVID-19 Iceberg

The COVID-19 Iceberg

Written by Alexander Lutchin Covid-19 reminds me of an Iceberg – we only see 10 per cent above the water […]

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Ontario Announces Provincewide Shutdown to Stop Spread of COVID-19 and Save Lives

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 […]

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Ford warms to idea all of GTA may need to be put into strict COVID-19 lockdown

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 […]

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Ministry tells Ontario school boards to prepare for remote learning in January

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 […]

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COVID-19 takes mental health toll on business owners

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 […]

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Almost half of Canadians are considering leaving their job: survey

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 […]

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Second wave of COVID-19 would devastate Canada's small businesses: CFIB

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 […]

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COVID-19 may accelerate workplace automation that is bigger risk for women: StatCan

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 […]

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Working Canadians Are More Willing to Admit to Struggling with a Mental Illness in 2020, but Less Likely to Consider Depression a Disability

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%), […]

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Heading back to an office soon? Expect to see a lot of changes

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 […]

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COVID-19: Pandemic could have a lasting, positive impact on workplace culture

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 […]

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61% of Canada's young workforce supports split between office and work-from-home: Study

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 […]

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How can I safely return to work during the pandemic?

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 […]

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Preparing your workplace for a second wave of COVID-19

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 […]

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How business leaders can prevent work-from-home burnout during the pandemic

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 […]

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Many Canadians may be eligible for work-space-in-the-home tax deduction due to COVID-19: expert

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 […]

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Pandemic threatens to wipe out decades of progress for working mothers

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 […]

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Five workplace changes that should stay post-coronavirus

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 […]

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Outdoor Fire Pot Dangers - Testimonial

Outdoor Fire Pot Dangers – Testimonial

Health Canada alerts consumers to dangerous ethanol fire pots through release of safety testimonial video.

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4-day work week with fewer hours, same pay could become a reality in some workplaces post-COVID-19

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 […]

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Workplace Mental Health in the Age of COVID-19

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 […]

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WHSC webinar to explore effective COVID-19 workplace inspections

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 […]

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COVID-19: Lessons learned by enterprises during the remote work era

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 […]

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Welcome to post COVID-19 brave new world of work

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 […]

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Your rights at work under COVID-19 — 8 questions for an expert in employment law

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 […]

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Return to work includes strict occupational health and safety requirements with personal liability

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 […]

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Survey finds most Canadian workplaces still preparing for employees’ return

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 […]

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The ‘new normal’ workplace calls for greater focus on employee well-being

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 […]

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Onboarding a New Team Member in Today’s Environment

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 […]

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COVID-19 cuts across workplace generational boundaries

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 […]

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Leadership the Key to Post-COVID Recovery

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 […]

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COVID-19: Most workers happy with transition to remote work

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) […]

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'Are we nuts?' Meet Canadians who started businesses during the pandemic

‘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 […]

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How to apply for the government's $25-billion CEBA business loan program

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 […]

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Canada lost more than 1 million jobs last month as COVID-19 struck

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 […]

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More aid coming for those who don't qualify for current COVID-19 benefits: PM

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 […]

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For graduating students, high anxiety as COVID-19 decimates job market

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, […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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, […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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…

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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…

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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…

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Who is given holiday pay on Remembrance Day?

Source: hrreporter.com Each province and territory has different payroll rules   Read this article…

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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…

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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…

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WeWork chair says diversity coming to all-male board

Source: hrreporter.com Follows complaint alleging discrimination around mat leave   Read this article…

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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…

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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…

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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 […]

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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…

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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…

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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Unemployment rate down after country adds 54,000 jobs in September

Source: hrreporter.com Growth largely concentrated in health-care sector: StatCan Read article…

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‘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…

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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…

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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…

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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..

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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 […]

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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…

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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…

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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 […]

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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 […]

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‘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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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700 workers to be temporarily laid off at Saskatchewan mines

Source: hrreporter.com Cites short-term slowdown in global potash markets   Read this article…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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 […]

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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…

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Ford to cut 200 jobs at Oakville, Ont., auto assembly plant

Sales of Ford Flex SUV, Lincoln MKT slowing Read more of this article…

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‘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 […]

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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…

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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…

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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…

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5 New York City anchorwomen allege age discrimination

TV ‘should accurately reflect women in society’ By Larry Neumeister Read more of this article…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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PSAC rejects compensation offer for Phoenix pay fiasco

Source: hrreporter.com 240,000 individual cases still unresolved Read this article…

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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…

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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…

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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. […]

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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…

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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 […]

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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…

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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 […]

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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…

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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…  

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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B.C. expands mental health injury access to nurses, 911 operators and aides

Source: hrreporter.com Changes about fairness, support: Labour minister Read more…

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‘Reverse migration’ dents Calgary’s daunting downtown office vacancy rate

Source: hrreporter.com Vacancy rate slips to 25.23 per cent Read more…

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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 […]

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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…

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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 […]

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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…  

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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…  

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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… […]

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Myth of ‘superstar CEO’ driving excessive pay: Report

Source: hrreporter.com U.K. report highlights challenges for compensation committees By Sarah Dobson Read article…  

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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…  

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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 […]

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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…  

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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…    

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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…  

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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…  

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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…  

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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…  

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EU’s Good Friday ruling gives Austria headache

Source: hrreporter.com Top court rules religious holiday as discriminatory   Read article…  

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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…  

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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 […]

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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…

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Canadian mining exec kidnapped, killed in Burkina Faso: Officials

Source: hrreporter.com Kirk Woodman worked for Progress Mineral Mining   Read this article…

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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…

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Flexible workers facing retirement challenges: Survey

Source: hrreporter.com Four in 10 not sure when they’ll be able to retire   Read this article…  

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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…  

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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…

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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…

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Gap between intentions, actions when it comes to diversity and inclusion: Survey

Source: hrreporter.com ‘Good intentions are simply not enough’   Read this article…  

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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 […]

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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…  

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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…  

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China to roll out measures to maintain stable employment

Source: hrreporter.com Burden on companies to be reduced: Report   Read this article…  

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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 […]

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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…  

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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…  

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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…

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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…  

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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…

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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…

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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…

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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Nova Scotia broadens PTSD benefits for first responders

Source: hrreporter.com Eliminates requirement to prove diagnosis work-related   Read more of this article…

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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 […]

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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…  

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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 […]

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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…  

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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…

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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 […]

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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…

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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…  

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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…  

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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…  

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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 […]

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U.K. automation picks up as flow of European workers slows ahead of Brexit

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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. […]

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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 […]

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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…  

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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…  

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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…

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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 […]

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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…

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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…  

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Pay transparency in spotlight

Source: hrreporter.com Employers ‘looking to drive higher levels of performance’: Expert By Sarah Dobson   Read more…

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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…

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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…  

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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…  

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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…

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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…  

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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…  

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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…  

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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…

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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…

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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…  

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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…

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New Brunswick New Democrats pledge $15 minimum wage

Source: hrreporter.com Culture of worker safety also emphasized as election nears   Read more…

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Non-farm payroll employment rises by 13,600 in August: Report

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Measuring music and productivity

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New WCB rules for Alberta employers

Source: hrreporter.com Amendments affect benefits coverage, reinstatement of injured workers By Sheila Brawn Read more…    

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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’: […]

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‘Zombie firms’ plaguing Canadian productivity: Report

Source: hrreporter.com Vulnerable to economic shocks, technological disruption   Read more…

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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…

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U.S. weekly jobless claims fall as labour market strength continues

Source: hrreporter.com Unemployment benefits hit 49-year low   Read more…  

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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 […]

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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…  

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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…

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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 […]

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Virtual reality tackles real-life sex abuse

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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 […]

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Employment falls by 52,000 in August

Source: hrreporter.com Part-time employment declines by 92,000: Statistics Canada   Read more…

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BMO, Sun Life among top employers for diversity, inclusion

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Talent shortage threatens growth

Source: hrreporter.com Many CEOs sleepwalking into crisis’: Expert By Marcel Vander Wier   Read more…  

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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…  

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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 […]

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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 […]

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Shift away from traditional work continues across Canada: Survey

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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 […]

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Workers, companies left in limbo after Trans Mountain pipeline ruling

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Ontario chamber urges government to immediately repeal Bill 148

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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…

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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…  

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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…  

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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…  

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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…

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U.S. weekly jobless claims rise, labour market still tightening

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China considers measures to curb workplace harassment: Report

Source: hrreporter.com Draft code puts forward ‘clear rules’ focused on sexual harassment   Read more…

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Employment increases by 11,600 Jobs in July: Report

Source: hrreporter.com Uptick in hiring leisure, hospitality, health care, professional services   Read more…

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HR should be ‘very concerned’ about cannabis legalization: Employers

Source: hrreporter.com 42 per cent of workers expect medical cannabis coverage   Read more…  

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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…  

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Salaries expected to increase by 2.6 per cent in 2019: Survey

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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…

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Employers still questioning merits of financial wellness programs: Survey

Source: hrreporter.com Retirement planning, debt management most popular offerings By Sarah Dobson   Read more…  

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Deadline extended for benefits award at 2018 National HR Awards

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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…  

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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…  

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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…

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Japan ministries may have fiddled numbers of disabled employees: Media

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Weight-loss surgery linked to better job prospects

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Afghans, Syrians help German firms fill training vacancies

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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 […]

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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…

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Exercise linked to better mental health – but too much may do harm

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A lifeline for workers who face hardship between paycheques

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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…  

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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…

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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 […]

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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…

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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…  

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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…

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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 […]

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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…  

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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 […]

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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…  

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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 […]

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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…  

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Coping with chronic conditions

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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…  

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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… […]

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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…  

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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… […]

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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…

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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… […]

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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…  

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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…  

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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…  

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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…

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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Less than one-third of workers talking mental health with employers

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Canadian CEOs confident about growth: Global survey

Source: hrreporter.com ‘Business leaders are feeling an unprecedented level of confidence’  

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Quebec won’t introduce tip-sharing mechanism sought by restaurant owners

Source: hrreporter.com Labour minister prepared to study the matter, however  

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Increase of 30,200 jobs in April: Report

Source: hrreporter.com Major gains in professional and business services, trade and manufacturing  

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Learning, growth opportunities top factor for jobseekers

Source: hrreporter.com Company culture, pay and benefits further behind as considerations: Survey

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U.S. veterans, discharged and jobless, seek hiring rules changes

Source: hrreporter.com Warning to Connecticut employers on discrimination may help By Jennifer McDermott  

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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  

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Next frontier in workplace wellness? Financial health

Source: hrreporter.com Money worries leave many employees distracted at work: Study By Beth Pinsker  

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French unemployment edges up, dampening Macron’s hopes

Source: hrreporter.com Suggests job, growth policies struggling to gain traction By Sudip Kar-Gupta  

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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 […]

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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  

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NYC bill would let workers take a break from calls, emails

Problem has grown with the proliferation of smartphones: Prof By Greg Keller

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Labour shortage weighing on Croatian economy: Bank governor

Source: hrreporter.com Aging population, EU worker exodus contributing to issue

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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

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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 […]

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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 […]

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One-third of workers say automation, AI would help with their performance

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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…

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‘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…

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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…

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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. […]

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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…  

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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 […]

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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…  

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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 […]

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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 […]

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‘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…

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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 […]

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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…

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3 more Nike execs depart amid probe into workplace behaviour

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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Pfizer, NB Power among top employee-recommended workplaces

Source: hrreporter.com Awards recognize excellence in healthy, engaged, productive workforces

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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

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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

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Starbucks to offer equal pay for equal work to women in Canada

Source: hrreporter.com Corporation wants to end disparities in all operating markets

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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

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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

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TD Bank most desirable company to work for in Canada: Report

Source: hrreporter.com RBC, Hootsuite, Amazon and KPMG also in top five

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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

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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

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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

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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

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Pay awards at British employers highest in 2 years: Survey

Source: hrreporter.com 2.5 per cent bumps strongest since December 2015

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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 […]

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Ontario government expands pharmacare program to seniors

Source: hrreporter.com Program will cost $575 million annually: Premier

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Canadian cities lead North American rankings for quality of living

Source: hrreporter.com Vancouver number five in global rankings

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London, Ont., fire chief retires amid complaints of department-wide harassment

Source: hrreporter.com City had received complaints from 60 employees By Peter Goffin

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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

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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

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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

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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

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Few political staffers on Parliament Hill report sexual misconduct: Survey

Source: hrreporter.com Worried about negative consequences for their careers By Joanna Smith

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Uncertainty dogs faith-based organizations applying for federal funding

Source: hrreporter.com Controversy around Canada Summer Jobs program By Jordan Press

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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

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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 […]

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More shoppers want customer service from gadgets over humans: Study

Source: hrreporter.com Retail chains face challenges in balance between staffing, technology

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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

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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

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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

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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

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Labour shortages may undermine German economic boom: Survey

Source: hrreorter.com Every second firm unable to find enough workers By Michael Nienaber

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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

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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  

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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

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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  

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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 […]

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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 […]

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Manitoba premier announces ‘no wrong door’ harassment policy for staff

Source: hrreporter.com Gives employees more options to report complaints: Premier  

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P.E.I. guide supports employers responding to family violence

Source: hrreporter.com Resource meant to help businesses support employees in need  

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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  

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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  

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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  

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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  

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Judge rules ‘vulgar’ slur against reporter was not a public disturbance

Source: hrreporter.com Newfoundland journalist victim in April 2017 incident By ​Sue Bailey  

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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  

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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  

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Facebook co-founder wants U.S. citizens to have ‘fair shot’ at guaranteed income

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