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Editor's Note 
 
A new survey shows AI adoption by HR professionals jumped 14 per cent over last year, indicating growing confidence in the technology. However, AI remains a decision-support tool, not a final decision-maker. See this week’s lead news story for more.
- Brandi Cowen, Editor
 
News 
 
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New survey finds the majority of HR leaders trust AI hiring recommendations

The use of artificial intelligence (AI) in hiring has shifted from experimentation to full-scale implementation, according to a new report from HireVue.


Labour board asked to impose union at Amazon warehouse in BC

Amazon’s efforts to block an organizing drive at its Delta, B.C., warehouse were so unfair that the union should be automatically certified, Unifor Local 114 told the BC Labour Relations Board last week.


RCMP conduct board rejects claim that calling officers 'three amigos' showed bias

A police conduct board has decided not to recuse itself from a hearing for three British Columbia RCMP officers who are facing possible dismissal over alleged racist group chats. Wes Dutcher-Walls, a defence lawyer for Coquitlam RCMP constables Mersad Mesbah, Ian Solven and Philip Dick, had argued this week that the three-member panel should be replaced over "real or perceived" bias against the officers.


 
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The role of organizational culture in mitigating employee burnout

Burnout is a growing issue severely impacting productivity, engagement and retention. When employees experience burnout, they often struggle to stay focused, feel disconnected from their work and may eventually leave. These factors lead to higher turnover and costly recruitment. In the Canadian workforce, unique challenges such as managing multicultural dynamics make addressing burnout more critical. » Read More...
 
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“Smart drug” use in high-pressure work environments

While Canadians clock in fewer hours than their American counterparts, most have a dim view of work. The Big White North’s declining labour productivity confirms that. To reconcile workplace woes and professional goals, some workers turn to nootropics — also known as smart drugs. These stimulants can be dietary supplements, prescription medications or synthetic compounds designed to boost cognitive function. » Read More...
 
 
Annex Bookstore 
 
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The Human Factor: How to Realize the Potential of your People and your Business

Develop and leverage the human factor in your workforce and organization to boost individual and business performance. This book explores what the human factor is and how it influences the attraction, performance, retention, growth, productivity and wellbeing of employees. It also explains how focusing on it at all levels of the organization can boost both individual and business performance. It's a roadmap to success for all senior HR professionals, organizational development practitioners, managers and leaders. » Order your copy today
 
GLOBAL NEWS 
 

Differences bubble up between PepsiCo and Coca-Cola on diversity programs

PepsiCo confirmed Friday that it's ending some of its diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives, even as rival Coca-Cola voiced support for its own inclusion efforts. » Read More...

Musk gives all U.S. federal workers 48 hours to explain what they did last week or face consequences

Hundreds of thousands of federal workers have been given little more than 48 hours to explain what they accomplished over the last week, sparking confusion across key agencies as billionaire Elon Musk expands his drive to slash the size of U.S. federal government. » Read More...

 
OPINION 
 
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Cultivating civility to mitigate workplace risks

In an era when collaboration is critical to organizational success, cultivating civility in the workplace allows employers to mitigate stress, bullying and harassment risks. » Read More...

How to tailor employee benefits across generational lines

Retaining great employees requires more than fair wages. Employers should also provide excellent perks for people of all ages. Learning to tailor your benefits packages across generational lines can help impress your current team members and potentially attract new hires by making workplace perks more competitive. » Read More...

 
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