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Editor's Note 
 
Did you know 78 per cent of job seekers say they would be more likely to stay with a company if they have friendships in the workplace? To learn more about the impact of workplace friendships, check out the news section in this week's eNewsletter.
- Brandi Cowen, Editor
 
News 
 
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Three in five professionals want help with the cost of getting into the office

A new poll reveals that a slew of return-to-office (RTO) mandates may be creating a “travel rift” between employers and professionals, as many workers face inflated costs.


Immigrant-owned firms suffer from productivity gap for variety of factors: StatCan

Companies owned by newcomers to Canada tend to struggle taking their businesses to the next level more than Canadian-born founders, new data suggests. The report released by Statistics Canada on Wednesday explores barriers immigrants to Canada can face when starting and scaling a business.


Large number of public servants in biggest departments breaking remote work rules

Large numbers of public servants working in the federal government's three biggest departments aren't following Ottawa's three-days-per-week office work rule, federal data shows.


Survey finds workplace friendships improve employee retention

Canadian companies have spent significant time and money on the problem of employee retention, but one strategy they should not overlook is fostering workplace friendships, according to a newly released Express Employment Professionals-Harris Poll survey.


 
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What's next for HR in the age of DEI rollbacks?

Diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) has been a trend in professional development circles for the last several years. This has led many employers to make plans and promises to adopt more equitable workplace standards. However, the intrigue is dwindling, and human resources (HR) departments are experiencing DEI rollbacks. How should you respond? » Read More...
 
 
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Every Leader’s Guide to Taming Workplace Incivility

The first of its kind, Trust Your Canary is a comprehensive resource that equips managers with step-by-step tools to diagnose incivility, complete with strategies on how to select and apply a remedy. "An important and engaging book for managers and decision makers, Trust Your Canary opens our eyes to the devastating effects of workplace incivility, and offers innovative strategies for what can be done it" – Kipling D. Williams, Department of Psychological Sciences, Purdue University » Order your copy today
 
GLOBAL NEWS 
 

Supreme Court seems likely to rule for Ohio woman claiming job bias because she's straight

The U.S. Supreme Court seemed likely to side with an Ohio woman who claims she suffered sex discrimination from her employer because she is straight. The outcome of the case could remove an additional requirement that some courts apply when members of a majority group, including those who are white and heterosexual, sue for discrimination under federal law. » Read More...

 
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How HR can tailor onboarding experiences to unique learner preferences

A well-designed onboarding program can set the stage for long-term employee success and impact retention, engagement and productivity. Since it is a critical bridge that integrates new hires into your organization, you want to plan more than a one-day, one-size-fits-all orientation. Instead, you should tailor onboarding to each new hire’s learning style for the best results. » Read More...

Canadian immigrants are overqualified and underemployed — reforms must address this

Recent immigration reforms in Canada have cut international student and temporary resident numbers, restricted work permits for them and their spouses and aim to reduce permanent resident admissions by 21 per cent in 2025, with further cuts ahead. Such changes are aimed to avoid competition with local unemployed Canadians at a time of rising unemployment. However, these changes may eventually intensify dysfunctions in the Canadian labour market. » Read More...

 
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2025 Psychological Health & Safety in the Workplace Conference

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