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Editor's Note 
 
Is it really the most wonderful time of the year? Many recent immigrants face financial and work pressures that keep them from fully enjoying the holiday season, while service sector workers bear the fury of stressed-out customers. Read on for more.
- Brandi Cowen, Editor
 
News 
 
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Hiring plans hold steady for Q1 of 2025: survey

Canadian hiring intentions have stabilized heading into the first quarter of 2025, with employers once again reporting a net employment outlook of 26 per cent, according to the latest ManpowerGroup Employment Outlook Survey.


Nearly half of recent immigrants feel pressure to work through the holiday season

From travel costs to financial and work pressures, a new survey highlights the hurdles keeping recent immigrants from enjoying the holiday season to the fullest.


Work friendships increase job satisfaction, but they come with challenges

While many workers report forming close bonds with colleagues, these relationships come with challenges: almost all workers have observed conflicts arising from workplace friendships.


 
 
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Clever Shortcuts to Boost Your Impact and Results

With rapid change and hybrid workplaces becoming the new way of working, leaders are struggling to achieve their outcomes. How do you stay ahead in the face of constantly shifting priorities, competitors, and deadlines? With this fully revised and updated edition of Leadership Hacks, you’ll discover how to cut through the madness and get back to achieving results. » Order your copy today!
 
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When holidays present rude customers, taking breaks and the high road preserve peace

The holidays are supposed to be a time of joyful celebration, but the season can be especially gruelling for the millions of service sector workers who often encounter rude behaviour from frazzled shoppers, irate customers demanding instant satisfaction and travellers fuming about flight delays and cancellations. » 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. In today's talent marketplace, your recruitment process is an ambassador for your company's brand and values. » Read More...
 
 
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Is diabetes affecting your organization? (Hint: The answer is 'yes'.)

Today, one in three Canadians are living with Type 2 diabetes, making it one of the most common chronic diseases of our time. And that number is expected to rise 26 per cent over the next decade. To educate and create awareness of diabetes among employees, organizations should learn about the risks and share them throughout the organization. » Read More...

Remote work is a game-changer for addressing burnout in workers

Burnout continues to affect a significant portion of the Canadian workforce, with little progress made since 2023 when between one-quarter and one-third of Canadians reported experiencing it. Recent research in various areas, including public health and health care, shows that burnout often stems from organizational practices and the pressures they impose, rather than individual failings. » Read More...

 
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