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Editor's Note 
 
A new survey found just one in five Canadians over 35 are prioritizing saving for retirement; others increasingly focus on short-term savings goals such as homeownership, family planning, and vacations. See the news story below for full details.
- Brandi Cowen, Editor
 
News 
 
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Retirement is no longer the main savings goal for employees: Wealthsimple

Financial stress, further exacerbated by the current macro-economic environment, is affecting employee well-being, output and retention, according to a new report from Wealthsimple.


Skills deterioration and resumé gaps complicate many Canadians' return to the labour force

In a rapidly changing job market, the consequences of prolonged unemployment are taking a significant toll on job seekers, as well as employers, according to an Express Employment Professionals-Harris Poll survey.


Court of Appeal dismisses company's bid to overturn dashcam ruling

A B.C. Court of Appeal tribunal ruled it did not have jurisdiction to hear a forestry and construction company’s bid to overturn a B.C. Labour Relations Board decision against the use of surveillance cameras.


 
FEATURED 
 
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How accent bias can impact hiring decisions

As anyone who has looked for a job can tell you, finding one isn’t the easiest process. This experience can be even more challenging if you’re new to a country and speak with what is perceived to be a “foreign” accent. An accent can often impact how we are viewed and judged by others. » Read More...
 
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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...
 
 
 
GLOBAL NEWS 
 

Microsoft workers say they've been fired after 50th anniversary protest over Israel contract

Microsoft has fired two employees who interrupted the company's 50th anniversary celebration to protest its work supplying artificial intelligence technology to the Israeli military, according to a group representing the workers. » Read More...

FDA reverses course on telework after layoffs and resignations threaten basic operations

Weeks after ordering all Food and Drug Administration (FDA) employees back into the office, the agency is reversing course, allowing some of its most prized staffers to work remotely amid worries that recent layoffs and resignations could jeopardize basic functions, like approving new medicines. » Read More...

 
OPINION 
 
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Personalization is key to closing the generational recognition gap

While it’s important to incorporate recognition practices into the workplace, it’s equally important to understand the complexities of employee recognition. In today’s diverse and evolving workforce, a one-size-fits-all approach to employee recognition no longer resonates. » Read More...

Why social intelligence is the competitive edge every workplace needs

In today’s fast-paced world, technical skills alone aren’t enough. The best workplaces thrive on trust, collaboration, and emotional intelligence – all of which are rooted in social intelligence. » 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 now!
 
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2025 HR Conference & Expo

April 29, 2025 | 1055 Canada Pl, Vancouver, BC V6C 0C3 » Read More...

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