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COVID-19 vaccine to be mandatory for federal employees

Ottawa will require federal employees, workers in federally regulated industries and many travellers to be vaccinated against COVID-19, marking a shift in the federal government’s position on vaccine mandates.


Feedback needed on future of mental health benefits

Talent Canada is conducting a survey of business owners across Canada to understand their approaches to mental health through the COVID-19 pandemic. Please take a few minutes to share your thoughts on this critical issue!


Canada’s federal election campaign begins with economic pledges

The nation’s federal parties took the first full day of campaigning to lay planks in their plans to revive the country’s economy after months of pain from the COVID-19 pandemic, and options for covering the costs.


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HRPA will not host annual conference in 2022

Rather than host a large conference once a year, Ontario’s HRPA has announced it will host multiple seasonal conferences and a variety of virtual events.


More women needed in skilled trades, but barriers remain

As the national economy accelerates, Canada is expected to face a shortage in skilled labour over the next decade. The best way to fill that gap is to attract — and retain — more women, according to a report.
 
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Recent court cases provide cautionary tales to employers

While Canadian employment law has long been notoriously employee-friendly, a series of new cases confirm that Canadian judges will not allow employers to use COVID-19 as an excuse to treat employees poorly. Indeed, the bar appears to have been raised even further. » Read More
 
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Canadian business community largely supportive of vaccine passport system

The Canadian business community appears to be largely supportive of the Quebec government’s move to impose the country’s first vaccine passport system. » Read More

5 things businesses need to know before switching to hybrid work

When any kind of change is made in the workplace, including work arrangements, policies need to be updated to reflect this. » Read More
 
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Why PPE built for women means safer working conditions

Improperly fitting or limited protective equipment sends a message that women are not a priority in the skilled trades landscape. » Read More

Best practices for achieving a holistic safety culture

From flexible work policies and team member engagement to technological advancements, organizations must adopt a more holistic, human-centred approach, prioritizing all aspects of occupational health, safety and well-being. » Read More