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How employers can attract, retain talent amid decline in bonuses

Amid a decline in employee bonuses, it’s important for employers to reassess their attraction and retention strategies through channels such as employee feedback, says Martin…

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My take: Remote working may prove to be the great workplace equalizer

As employers begin mandating a return to the office, it’s important they consider how remote working has improved the employee experience for workers who are…

Canadian employers increasingly prioritizing inclusive benefits: survey

Canadian employers are increasingly focusing on coverage for women’s health and gender affirmation in their employee benefits plans, according to a new survey by WTW.…

  • By: Staff
  • February 11, 2025 February 10, 2025
  • 09:00
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Top 5 HR, benefits, pension and investment stories of the week

An article on incoming changes to Alberta-based employers’ workplace violence and harassment policies was the most-read story on BenefitsCanada.com this past week. Here are the…

  • By: Staff
  • February 7, 2025 February 6, 2025
  • 09:00

Germany providing leave protection for women experiencing miscarriage

Germany is extending maternity protection for women to include those who have suffered a miscarriage after they’ve entered the 13th week of pregnancy, according to…

  • By: Staff
  • February 7, 2025 February 6, 2025
  • 09:00

What Newfoundland and Labrador-based employers need to know about changes to employee leave legislation

While Newfoundland and Labrador employees who take three or more consecutive days of sick leave are no longer required to provide their employer with a…

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200 U.K. employers adopting permanent four-day workweek

A total of 200 U.K. employers, representing more than 5,000 employees, have signed up for a permanent four-day workweek with no loss of pay, according…

  • By: Staff
  • February 5, 2025 February 3, 2025
  • 15:00

Survey finds 60% of North American employees returning to onsite work

Hybrid working is losing ground in North America as 60 per cent of employees returned to the office or job site in 2024, up eight…

  • By: Staff
  • February 5, 2025 February 5, 2025
  • 09:00

Pentagon strips travel reimbursement for troops seeking abortions, fertility treatment

The U.S. Defense Department will no longer reimburse service members for travel out of state to get reproductive health care, including abortions and fertility treatments,…

What Alberta-based employers need to know about incoming workplace violence, harassment policy changes

Changes to Alberta’s Occupational Health and Safety Code are simplifying workplace violence and harassment prevention requirements for employers, says Cristina Wendel, an Edmonton-based employment lawyer…

  • By: Blake Wolfe
  • January 31, 2025 February 3, 2025
  • 09:00

Ivaco Rolling Mills, USW agreement includes pension, benefits gains

The union representing roughly 435 employees at Ivaco Rolling Mills in eastern Ontario has ratified two five-year collective agreements that include pension and benefits gains.…

  • By: Staff
  • January 31, 2025 January 30, 2025
  • 09:00

Top 5 HR, benefits, pension and investment stories of the week

An article on the Benefits Alliance’s 2025 priorities was the most-read story on BenefitsCanada.com this past week. Here are the top five human resources, benefits,…

  • By: Staff
  • January 31, 2025 January 30, 2025
  • 09:00
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AIMCo cuts 19 employees, including DEI program lead

The Alberta Investment Management Corp. has laid off 19 employees and cut their positions, including the role of running its diversity, equity and inclusion program.…

Costco defends its diversity policies as other U.S. companies scale back

Costco Wholesale Corp. is pushing back on a shareholder proposal that urges the wholesale club operator to conduct an evaluation of any business risks posed…

My Take: Helping employees amid rising cost of living a win-win for employers

It’s no secret that the cost of living has jumped significantly in Canada over the last five years. Between the price of groceries, mortgages/rents and…

  • By: Blake Wolfe
  • January 27, 2025 January 24, 2025
  • 09:00

2024 Future of Work Summit: The role of DEI in an evolving employee recruitment environment

A majority (65 per cent) of Canadian employers say they have or are working on implementing a diversity, equity and inclusion policy, while 44 per…

  • By: Blake Wolfe
  • January 27, 2025 January 15, 2025
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2024 Future of Work Summit: Employers using workplace flexibility, benefits offerings to attract, retain talent

Two-thirds (67 per cent) of employers say there’s currently a shortage of skilled workers in their industry and 58 per cent anticipate a skilled labour…

  • By: Blake Wolfe
  • January 27, 2025 January 28, 2025
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How changes to parental, illness leave, job posting requirements could impact Ontario employers

In light of upcoming changes to Ontario’s employment leave policies, as well as new requirements for job postings, it’s important for employers to review and…

  • By: Blake Wolfe
  • January 23, 2025 January 22, 2025
  • 09:00

Communication, clarity helping employers achieve compliance in return-to-workplace push: experts

In the return-to-office push, employers that have been clear with their return policies will find better compliance from employees, says Janet Candido, founder and principal…

Coverage of the 2024 Future of Work Summit

On Dec. 10, Benefits Canada’s 2024 Future of Work Summit brought together key industry leaders to discuss pressing human resources issues, such as attraction and retention; diversity, equity and inclusion;…

Top 5 HR, benefits, pension and investment stories of the week

An article on why a majority of Canadians are planning to switch jobs this year was the most-read story on BenefitsCanada.com this past week. Here…

  • By: Staff
  • January 24, 2025 January 23, 2025
  • 09:00

Bell Let’s Talk Day providing opportunities to promote mental-health resources, open communication

Bell Let’s Talk Day provides an opportunity to promote internal mental-health resources to employees and establish more open communication, says Jessica Reid, the company’s director…

  • By: Sadie Janes
  • January 22, 2025 January 21, 2025
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