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Editor's Note 
 
Surveys abound this time of year. Whether you’re after insights into leaders’ worries about talent acquisition, employee attitudes toward their benefit plans, or the experiences of Canadians with disabilities in the workplace, we’ve got you covered.
- Brandi Cowen, Editor
 
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Worried you've hired the wrong person despite spiralling recruitment spending? You're not alone.

Inefficient talent acquisition strategies are hindering business growth, according to a new report by SmartRecruiters. The enterprise hiring software company's survey of 500 companies across the UK, North America and Australia reveals that 60 per cent of business leaders are concerned they’ve hired the wrong person despite increased costs and time spent on talent acquisition.


Three-quarters of Canadian professionals aren’t fully using their workplace benefits

About three-quarters of Canadian professionals (77 per cent) are not using their workplace benefits, while 70 per cent are dissatisfied with their current employers' overall benefits plans, according to new research from the Robert Walters’ Employee Benefits Guide.


Many Canadians with disabilities feel underemployed by their current employers: survey

A new KPMG in Canada survey finds the majority of employed Canadians with disabilities are actively looking for work elsewhere (60 per cent) due to feelings of underemployment and acts of ableism in their current workplace.


B.C. health executive fired for refusing COVID-19 vaccine loses EI appeal

A Federal Court judge has dismissed an appeal by a "deeply religious" British Columbia health executive who said he was wrongfully denied employment insurance after being fired three years ago for refusing to get the COVID-19 vaccine.


Northern Health denies it wrongfully demoted former employee

Northern Health has denied wrongfully demoting a former employee for making pro-Palestinian statements outside of work.


 
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Why employees feel guilty taking time off work and what to do about it

Workplaces tend to be fast-paced and competitive, so the idea of taking time off can sometimes feel like more of a burden than a benefit. Despite the growing conversation about work-life balance, many employees struggle with guilt when using their earned vacation days. » Read More...
 
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How your recruitment process can impact your company's image

The Canada Labour Code mandates clear and transparent hiring practices to comply with provincial and federal employment regulations. Ensuring that your process is aligned with these standards protects you legally and enhances your company’s image as a fair and compliant employer, but that’s just the beginning. » Read More...
 
 
GLOBAL NEWS 
 

Walmart's DEI rollback signals a profound shift in the wake of Trump's election victory

Walmart's sweeping rollback of its diversity policies is the strongest indication yet of a profound shift taking hold at U.S. companies that are re-evaluating the legal and political risks associated with bold programs to bolster historically underrepresented groups. » Read More...

A new Belgium law gives sex workers contracts, benefits and safety protection

Sex workers in Belgium are now able to sign formal employment contracts and gain labour rights on par with those in other professions in a legal breakthrough some call a “revolution." » Read More...

 
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Is coaching the answer?

Coaching offers many benefits, including enhanced performance and productivity, improved leadership skills, and better communication and collaboration. However, coaching is not for everyone, and forcing it on someone rarely produces the desired effects. » Read More...

Silence speaks volumes: How mental health influences employee silence at work

What happens when the loudest voice in the room suddenly falls silent? Even the most vocal employees experience phases of silence — intentionally withholding ideas, information or concerns that could otherwise benefit them and their organization. » Read More...

 
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