Survey finds workplace burnout costing Canadian employers millions
Source: westcentralonline.com A new national survey shows workplace burnout is on the rise in Canada, with nearly 39 per cent of employees reporting they feel burnt out, up from previous years. The study, commissioned by Mental Health Research Canada in partnership with Workplace Strategies for Mental Health and conducted by Pollara, highlights the significant financial impact of burnout. For a company with 500 employees, productivity losses and salary costs tied to burnout can exceed $3.4 million annually. Employers that prioritize prevention could save roughly $1.7 million each year.