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Workplace approach to Sept. 30 holiday should be educational and enduring, experts say

Provinces, territories implement mixed response to National Day for Truth and Reconciliation – now a federal statutory holiday.


How working from home affects employee sick time

COVID-19 has reframed the conversation around sick days to consider employee well-being over simply being present.


What to include in a vaccination policy

All businesses are advised to have a company policy on COVID-19 vaccinations, regardless of their stance.


Worker shortage? Lack of decent work? What’s really vexing Canadian restaurants

Should the chronic hiring struggles of Canadian restaurants be referred to as a labour shortage, or can it be more accurately portrayed as a retention issue fuelled by a lack of decent work?


Canada’s tight labour market makes right now a perfect time to ask for a raise

Some workers are finding that their current pay is out of step from the market value by tens of thousands of dollars as companies fight for talent after so many people left the workforce.
 
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Is refusing a COVID-19 vaccine just cause for termination?

If the employee has no legitimate human rights reason for the blanket refusal, the employer has an argument that the employee’s actions amount to wilful misconduct. » Read More
 
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Businesses, enforcement bodies brace for learning curve on vaccine certificates

Ontario’s proof-of-vaccination policy, now in effect, treads into new territory, since workers will be tasked with asking customers to show they are immunized against the virus. » Read More

Mandatory vaccination policies are the way of the future

Many are asking, are workplace vaccine mandates legal? The answer is — yes. And, not only is it permitted, arguably it’s required, writes lawyer David Reiter. » Read More
 
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From the editor: Through COVID-19, leadership has become dangerous work

Trust in our societal framework continues to be eroded by the advances of social media. » Read More

Generating self-love is not optional for emotional well-being

This intrapersonal skill positively impacts how a person sees their place, role, and potential within their world. » Read More
 
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Employee Onboarding

Location: Free Webinar
Date: Sept. 29
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Psychologically Safe Workplace Awards Gala

Location: Virtual Event – Live from Toronto
Date: Date: Oct. 20
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