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

An article on how employers can approach the concept of ‘quiet quitting’ was the most-read story on BenefitsCanada.com over the last week. Here are the five…

  • By: Staff
  • September 2, 2022 September 2, 2022
  • 09:00

42% of U.S. workers aren’t taking vacation: survey

Despite almost half (49 per cent) of U.S. workers experiencing burnout at work, 42 per cent haven’t taken a vacation in the last year, according…

  • By: Staff
  • September 2, 2022 September 1, 2022
  • 09:00

City of Windsor facing lawsuit over terminations tied to coronavirus vaccination policy

Former employees of the City of Windsor, Ont. are pursuing legal action after being fired for violating the City’s coronavirus vaccination policy. While the lawsuit…

  • By: Sadie Janes
  • September 1, 2022 August 31, 2022
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Goldman Sachs easing coronavirus protocols in return-to-office push

Goldman Sachs Group Inc. is lifting most coronavirus vaccination requirements for employees returning to the office. In a company memo, the bank informed employees that…

  • By: Staff
  • August 31, 2022 August 31, 2022
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63% of U.S. employees would opt for better work-life balance over pay rise: survey

Nearly two-thirds (63 per cent) of U.S. employees would choose better work-life balance over better pay, compared to 31 per cent who said the opposite…

  • By: Staff
  • August 31, 2022 August 31, 2022
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How employers can support working parents, their families during return to school

With another return to school looming during the coronavirus pandemic, working parents and their families likely feel some concern over how to manage the transition…

How are large U.K. employers helping employees cope with cost-of-living increases?

Large employers in the U.K. are taking action to help employees in the face of the continuing cost-of-living challenges, according to a new survey by…

  • By: Staff
  • August 30, 2022 August 29, 2022
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‘Quiet Quitting’ an opportunity for employers to help reshape the workplace

Conversations about ‘Quiet Quitting’ are everywhere these days and one expert says it’s a “profound opportunity” for Canadian companies to get it right with employees…

  • By: Staff
  • August 30, 2022 August 30, 2022
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U.S. labour board accuses Starbucks of pay disparity

A regional office of the National Labor Relations Board says Starbucks Corp. is violating U.S. labour law by withholding pay hikes and other benefits from…

Rothmans, Benson & Hedges highlights employee well-being, DEI in annual sustainability report

Rothmans, Benson & Hedges Inc. is highlighting its focus on employee well-being, diversity, equity and inclusion in its annual sustainability report. The report shares the…

  • By: Staff
  • August 29, 2022 August 29, 2022
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Talk Shop Media adding ‘pawrental’ leave benefit for new pet parents

Since Aug. 26 is National Dog Day, Talk Shop Media thought it would be the perfect time to roll out its new ‘pawrental leave’ policy.…

Dexcom Canada leveraging employee well-being, engagement as attraction, retention tools

Dexcom Canada’s overall employee wellness and engagement strategy is helping to drive its attraction and retention efforts. The diabetes management company is using its various…

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

An article on the Royal Bank of Canada’s plans for returning employees to the office was the most-read story on BenefitsCanada.com over the last week.…

  • By: Staff
  • August 26, 2022 August 25, 2022
  • 09:00

2026 Women’s Health & Wealth Summit: Addressing women’s health gap can boost Canada’s productivity

Closing the women’s health gap isn’t just the right thing to do, it’s a “critical lever” towards addressing Canada’s flagging productivity, said Jennifer Foubert, head…

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

An article on what steps employers should consider before announcing a return-to-office mandate was the most-read article on BenefitsCanada.com this past week. Here are the…

  • By: Staff
  • April 17, 2026 April 16, 2026
  • 09:00

Gaps in health-care system driving workplace strain among Black women: report

Gaps in Canada’s health-care system are contributing to workplace strain among Black women, exposing a disconnect in how employers design and deliver benefits, according to…

How employers can support neurodiverse employees during workplace meetings

Before Megan Pilatzke was diagnosed with autism, she wondered why she always felt drained when she got home from work. All day long, she laboured to…

Harassment case highlights employers’ legal risks, obligations in handling workplace complaints: lawyer

A high-profile harassment complaint involving a former Canadian Broadcasting Corp. anchor is a reminder for Canadian employers of the legal risks tied to mishandling workplace…

61% of employers lack communication strategy for workplace change: report

A majority of employers still don’t have a formal strategy for communicating workplace change, despite identifying it as their most urgent internal communications need, according…

  • By: Staff
  • March 16, 2026 March 13, 2026
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Feds launch consultations on improving employer-employee relations

The federal government is launching consultations on ways to improve labour relations to support Canada’s economy and communities. Jobs Minister Patty Hajdu is looking for…

How do OECD remote-working guidelines impact Canadian employers?

The Organisation of Economic Co-operation and Development has introduced new guidelines for determining whether a remote employee’s home office amounts to a permanent establishment that…

How employers can navigate U.S. tariff complications to retain talent

As Canadian employers continue to experience economic strain from U.S. tariffs, it’s important for human resources professionals to focus on communication and creative strategies to…