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5 HR policies to have in place before the holiday season

Strategies to prevent the festive season from turning into an employee management nightmare.


Frozen salaries, stalled careers hint at 2022 retention crisis

The Hays Specialist Recruitment Salary Guide shows 65 per cent of Canadians are seriously considering leaving their current role — an all-time high for the annual report.


Canada adds 154,000 jobs through November

Statistics Canada’s latest report has labour market showing more signs it’s returning to pre-pandemic levels.


Ontario government passes Working for Workers Act, 2021

The province is ensuring its labour laws keep pace with the acceleration of new technology, automation, and remote work, minister says.


Quebec announces details of $3.9-billion plan to address labour shortages

The Quebec government says its strategy will focus on creating 170,000 jobs in six sectors it has identified as priorities.
 
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Right-sizing mental health solutions for small business

It began as a secondary issue at the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, but as time passes, it’s quickly becoming a bigger priority.

Mental health is now a major talking point at workplaces across Canada, but can be specifically daunting in the context of small business.

Despite emergency government support, small business operators across Canada have borne the brunt of COVID-19. Issues of mental health, burnout and increased stress are all associated with pandemic restrictions and lifestyle alterations.

On Sept. 13, Talent Canada hosted a roundtable in partnership with Sun Life to explore the results of an exclusive readership survey, and discuss the wider context of the future of mental health benefits for small business. Our survey provides insights on mental health needs at Canadian workplaces, and how benefits could help employers begin rebuilding. » Learn more
 
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It’s time for full workplace inclusion for people with disabilities

In recognition of the International Day for Persons with Disabilities on Dec. 3, leaders need to consider an accessible post-COVID-19 world. » Read More
 
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Virtual Facilitation: Create More Engagement & Impact

The covid-19 crisis accelerated virtual collaboration exponentially, creating an instant need for virtual facilitation skills. People and organizations have started on this journey, but do not yet have the experience and competencies to use this medium for effective and energetic collaboration.

Virtual Facilitation will show you how to have successful virtual events, virtual meetings, virtual workshops and training to meet 21st century needs. Packed full of tips, insights and real case studies, the author’s practical approach to virtual facilitation will show you how to effectively learn the skills needed to succeed.

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B.C.’s sick leave law will provide workers 5 paid days minimum starting Jan. 1

The new sick leave policy affects all workers covered by the province’s Employment Standards Act, including part-time workers. » Read More

Ontario township shares lessons from 4-day work week pilot

With the four-day system — also known as a compressed work week — employees are split into two shifts. » Read More
 
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Executive-level firings are more common than you think

While not quite black and white, high-status firings are part of the business world — some shocking, some obvious and/or necessary to sustain confidence, good governance and control. » Read More

B.C. employer learns that COVID-19 has not ‘frustrated’ all contracts

Frustration will not necessarily occur in cases where a contract has become simply more difficult or inconvenient to perform. » Read More
 
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Cause the Effect: SHRM Annual Conference & Expo

Location: New Orleans
Date: June 12-15, 2022
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