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Recent Suncor fatalities ‘devastating’ for survivors of other workplace tragedies

Despite tough laws, awareness campaigns and improvements in technology, the number of Canadians killed on the job continues to hover around 1,000 every year.


Toronto Labour Day parade highlights how Gen Z is revitalizing the workers’ movement

Unions say they are seeing global growth post-pandemic and are being emboldened to take on big corporations like Amazon, Google and Starbucks.


Rules need to change to keep international students in Canada and fill labour gaps: RBC

Path from student to permanent resident is not a straight line, meaning talented international students could look elsewhere.


Ontario drops five-day isolation guidelines for COVID-19

If an employee tests positive, they are no longer required to isolate. It’s part of what the province’s top doctor calls a “practical and pragmatic” new approach.


Canada to implement 988 suicide crisis line starting in fall 2023

CRTC says delay in launching number is due to a transition to 10-digit local calling across the country.
 
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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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Remote work debate intensifies as companies mandate return to office after Labour Day

It’s a battle experts say could end a years-long experiment in flexible, remote work — or spark a sweeping worker revolt. » Read More
 
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California governor signs landmark law for fast-food workers

Bill is designed to give workers more power and protections, but industry group says it was “built on a lie.” » Read More

Amazon bid to scrap historic union win blocked

24-day hearing hands victory to organizers in what could be a very long battle for recognition, according to the Associated Press. » Read More
 
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Putting the ‘Work from Anywhere’ philosophy to the test in the land of Socrates

Senior editor Todd Humber tells the tale of underpowered rental cars, slow Internet speeds, perfect time zone differences and some of the best beaches and food you can imagine. » Read More

Grey hair: Fine for George Clooney but not Lisa LaFlamme?

It’s still not clear why LaFlamme was turfed, but the story has turned a spotlight on the gendered ageism women continue to face. Victoria Atabakhsh and Joe Todd from the University of Waterloo take a look. » Read More
 
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