DEI pullback could signal workplace bullying no longer a priority: expert
Over the past decade, diversity, equity and inclusion efforts have helped expose the prevalence of workplace bullying. But, as some organizations pull back on DEI…
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How employers can craft effective, compliant remote-working policies
As remote and hybrid work becomes commonplace, Canadian employers may be unknowingly putting themselves at risk by overlooking key compliance obligations, says Natalka Haras, senior…
- By: Blake Wolfe
- May 8, 2025 May 7, 2025
- 09:00
Expert panel: Unmasking mental-health challenges in the workplace
The theme of this year’s Mental Health Week — Unmasking Mental Health — is a reminder that many people in the workplace feel pressured to…
- By: Katharine Coons
- May 6, 2025 May 2, 2025
- 09:00
How employers can support psychological safety amid geopolitical instability
Amid ongoing geopolitical tension, the U.S. trade war and the rising cost of living, it’s important for employers to provide a psychological safe workplace, says…
- By: Brooke Smith
- May 5, 2025 May 5, 2025
- 09:00
How UBC’s internal awards impact employee recognition and well-being
Awarding employees in a genuine manner for their accomplishments at work and in the community can go a long way to support employee recognition and…
- By: Sadie Janes
- May 2, 2025 May 1, 2025
- 08:58
Q&A with 1Password’s Katya Laviolette
The software company’s chief people officer discusses family-building benefits, managing a fully remote workforce and quiet days with her four rescue animals. Q: What new…
- By: Jennifer Paterson
- May 2, 2025 May 1, 2025
- 08:54
How employers can alleviate employee burnout amid global economic volatility
Amid global economic volatility contributing to reduced hiring, rising rates of employee burnout aren’t surprising, says Tara Parry, director of permanent placement services at Robert…
- By: Blake Wolfe
- April 17, 2025 April 16, 2025
- 09:00
Community, mentors and skill-building: experts weigh the role of employee resource groups
After moving to the U.S. from South Korea at age six, Jenny Jang found it challenging to navigate through school and her first jobs. “In…
- By: Cathy Bussewitz, the Associated Press
- April 4, 2025 April 4, 2025
- 15:00
How Dufferin County is minimizing microaggressions in the workplace
While microaggressions — intentional or unintentional verbal or nonverbal acts toward a person that reinforces stereotypes — are unfortunately common in many workplaces, the municipal…
- By: Brooke Smith
- April 3, 2025 April 2, 2025
- 09:00
Employees reporting less collaboration, more confrontation from colleagues: survey
Roughly a third of employees say their colleagues are less collaborative (29 per cent) and more confrontational (28 per cent) compared to three years ago,…
- By: Staff
- April 1, 2025 March 31, 2025
- 15:00
How employers can manage employee expectations amid shifting workplaces, duties
When Nikelle Inman started a new job coaching first-generation college students, she looked forward to meeting with them one-on-one to talk about how to surmount…
- By: Cathy Bussewitz, the Associated Press
- March 21, 2025 March 21, 2025
- 15:00
Communication of benefits, transparency keys to supporting employee mental-health amid tariff dispute: expert
Amid the ongoing tariff dispute between Canada and the U.S., employers can support employee mental health by reminding them of available mental-health benefits and being…
- By: Blake Wolfe
- March 17, 2025 March 14, 2025
- 09:00
How 5 employers are designing mental-health benefits that cater to a diverse workforce
Most Canadian benefits plan sponsors (89 per cent) and members (73 per cent) agree their workplace environment supports mental wellness, according to the 2024 Benefits…
- By: Blake Wolfe
- March 7, 2025 March 24, 2025
- 08:58
Q&A with the Vancouver Airport Authority’s Darian Low
The YVR’s manager of workplace well-being discusses new mental-health initiatives, supporting a growing workforce and landscape photography. Q: What new programs or initiatives are you…
- By: Jennifer Paterson
- March 7, 2025 March 6, 2025
- 08:50
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…
- By: Blake Wolfe
- February 12, 2025 February 11, 2025
- 09:00
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;…
- By: Benefits Canada
- January 27, 2025 January 23, 2025
- 08:00
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
- 09:00
Beyond Blue Monday: Employee mental health a year-round priority, says expert
While ‘Blue Monday’ may highlight the importance of employee mental health, supporting workers’ psychological safety is a year-round duty, says Mara Notarfonzo, vice-president of total…
- By: Blake Wolfe
- January 20, 2025 January 17, 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…
- By: Lauren Bailey
- January 16, 2025 January 15, 2025
- 09:00
My Take: More employer support needed for pregnant employees
With all the focus on women’s health in the workplace in the past year, employers should be providing more support for pregnant employees by improving…
- By: Sadie Janes
- January 7, 2025 January 3, 2025
- 09:00
Top 5 HR, benefits, pension and investment stories of the week
An article on declining mental health among Canadian workers was the most-read story on BenefitsCanada.com this past week. Here are the top five human resources,…
- By: Staff
- January 3, 2025 January 2, 2025
- 09:00
Expert panel: Communication, technology shaping employers’ mental-health strategies in 2025
Heading into 2025, the workplace mental-health landscape in Canada continues to transform and grow. Employers continue to recognize that prioritizing mental health is a critical…
- By: Katharine Coons
- January 2, 2025 January 1, 2025
- 09:00
Why employers should have a policy addressing political discourse in the office
In an increasingly polarized world, discussing politics in the workplace can be harmful to employees and negatively impact company culture, says Jasmine Escalera, a career…
- By: Lauren Bailey
- December 23, 2024 December 20, 2024
- 09:00
How employers can support employees’ mental health during the holidays
Employers can take a proactive role in supporting employee mental health during the holidays through early intervention, communication and making wellness resources easily accessible, says…
- By: Sadie Janes
- December 20, 2024 December 19, 2024
- 09:00