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Finding the way forward through COVID-19, and beyond

Some pandemic-related workplace changes will be building blocks for a new standard of the future, experts say.


Businesses face shortage of skilled, young workers: report

Canadian executives say the biggest challenges facing businesses right now are a shortage of skilled workers and finding young employees, according to a recent survey.


MPs to resume parliamentary sitting as protest of COVID-19 measures frays nerves

Many of the horn-honking demonstrators who brought Ottawa to a near standstill on the weekend showed no signs of budging as parliamentarians, businesses and school administrators were left wondering when the usual rhythm of the frazzled national capital would resume.


Advocates call for pay transparency to address wage gap, labour shortages

Job postings generally don’t disclose compensation, and the issue of money usually doesn’t come up until the interview stage or even later. A growing number of advocates say that needs to change.


Quebec restaurants are reopening, but some former workers don’t plan to go back

Under the new rules, restaurants were able to open Monday at 50 per cent capacity and there will be limits on how many people from different households can share a table.
 
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Planning for a safe return to work during the pandemic

When planning for a return to work during the pandemic, employers must consider not only workers’ physical safety from COVID-19, but their psychological safety as well. » Read More
 
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Human Resources Guide to Managing Information Systems, Second Edition

This book provides a detailed outline of human resource information management systems (HRMS) as used for human resource management, payroll management, and time management. An HRMS (or HRIS) can be a foundation system for an overall organizational information framework, providing data management and information management for all users.

Includes a discussion of new and emerging tools and technologies such as mobile devices, the cloud, virtual reality, chatbots, gamification, Bitcoin, artificial intelligence (AI), social media tools, big data and business intelligence, and analytics » Order your copy now from Annex Bookstore!
 
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Gut check on virtual care for employees

SPONSORED: A new survey by the Conference Board of Canada and TELUS Health shows the demand for virtual health care is strong among employees in Canada, but not all employers are providing coverage for virtual health services and not all employees know how to use them. » Read More

First-class recruiting tactics during the talent crunch

SPONSORED: Employers that adapt to recruitment’s new normal will be in the most favourable position to attract excellent candidates and retain them as passionate, motivated, long-term employees. » Read More
 
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‘Zero-tolerance’ cannabis policy for workers in safety sensitive positions found to be unreasonable, discriminatory

When an employer implements a workplace policy or program, it is crucial that they account for individual differences in employees. » Read More

Patient aggression and physician burnout: The makings of a human resources crisis in health care

Even before the pandemic, managing patient expectations and dealing with disruptive behaviour in medical clinics was already the top stressor for physicians. It was identified as the biggest contributor to burnout in a recent survey by the Ontario Medical Association. » Read More
 
Events 
 

Forward Summit

Location: Calgary
Date: Feb. 2-3
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Deconstruction: Crafting inclusive & equitable workplaces

Location: HRPA Virtual Conference
Date: Feb. 8
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Cause the Effect: SHRM Annual Conference & Expo

Location: New Orleans
Date: June 12-15
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