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Survey finds 61% of U.S. employers have formal onsite work policy

Almost two-thirds (61 per cent) of U.S. employers have implemented a formal policy that requires employees in the office for a minimum number of days…

  • By: Staff
  • December 16, 2024 December 13, 2024
  • 09:00
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Top 5 HR, benefits, pension and investment stories of the week

An article about the National Institute on Ageing’s report on missing pension plan members was the most-read story on BenefitsCanada.com this past week. Here are the…

  • By: Staff
  • December 13, 2024 December 12, 2024
  • 09:00

How Hydro Ottawa’s pre-retiree engagement strategy is supporting financial wellness, retirement readiness

When Hydro Ottawa was preparing for its first wave of retiring baby boomers in 2011, it began working on a strategy to mitigate the subsequent…

  • By: Blake Wolfe
  • December 13, 2024 December 12, 2024
  • 08:57

How to streamline benefits plans during a merger or acquisition

When a company is undergoing a merger or acquisition, it’s important to maintain consistency regarding benefits plans and streamline the process as much as possible.…

  • By: Sadie Janes
  • December 13, 2024 December 12, 2024
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Q&A with Marriott Hotels of Canada’s Candice Li

The hospitality company’s pension and benefits manager discusses gen Z in the workforce, student debt repayment programs and family vacations. Q: What new programs or…

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Five Canadian cities ranked among world’s top locations for work-life balance: report

Several Canadian cities rank among the best global locations for work-life balance, according to a new report by Mercer. The report ranked cities according to…

  • By: Staff
  • December 12, 2024 December 12, 2024
  • 15:00
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Majority of North American employers linking employee productivity to total rewards strategy in 2025: survey

Three-quarters (75 per cent) of Canadian employers and 66 per cent of U.S. employers say employee productivity is a key focus for 2025, with most…

  • By: Staff
  • December 12, 2024 December 11, 2024
  • 09:00
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55% of women employees want to improve financial literacy: survey

More than half (55 per cent) of women employees say they want to improve their financial literacy, compared to 52 per cent of all workers,…

  • By: Staff
  • December 10, 2024 December 11, 2024
  • 15:00
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31% of Canadian employees rely on gig work to help cover expenses: survey

A third (31 per cent) of Canadian employees say they rely on gig work in some capacity to help cover regular expenses, according to a…

  • By: Staff
  • December 9, 2024 December 6, 2024
  • 15:00

88% of employees with disabilities, neurodivergence have disclosed their condition at work: survey

The majority (88 per cent) of employees with a disability or who are neurodivergent have chosen to disclose their condition to at least one person…

  • By: Staff
  • December 6, 2024 December 6, 2024
  • 15:00

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

An article on the impact of Canadian pension income on federal and provincial tax revenues was the most-read story on BenefitsCanada.com this past week. Here…

  • By: Staff
  • December 6, 2024 December 5, 2024
  • 09:00
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How employers can support employee financial wellness during the holidays

With the return of the holiday shopping season, employees may be tempted to spend more than they planned, despite the rising cost in living. According…

  • By: Blake Wolfe
  • December 5, 2024 December 4, 2024
  • 09:00

Extendicare, Unifor agreements include multiple benefits gains

The union representing 1,750 employees at Extendicare’s long-term care facilities across Ontario has ratified multiple three-year collective agreements that include benefits gains. The agreements include…

  • By: Staff
  • December 4, 2024 December 3, 2024
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2025 Future of Work Summit: Rebuilding workplace connections is key in hybrid, remote working arrangements

With many companies mandating returns to onsite offices, a disconnect has been gradually building in how employers are approaching remote and hybrid work versus their…

  • By: Sadie Janes
  • January 14, 2026 January 14, 2026
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Expert panel: Plan sponsors focusing on financial, mental health amid ongoing economic uncertainty

In 2025, many organizations took steps to address an uncertain economy while responding to changing pressures. Looking ahead to 2026, there are some trends and…

  • By: Kim Siddall
  • January 13, 2026 January 12, 2026
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97% of working mothers will stay longer at company that meaningfully supports them: survey

Nearly all (97.5 per cent) of working mothers say they would stay longer at a company that meaningfully supports working motherhood, according to a new…

  • By: Staff
  • January 12, 2026 January 12, 2026
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Ex-BlackBerry employees allege firm has “toxic” and “boys’ club” culture: court docs

New court documents filed in a lawsuit against BlackBerry Ltd. allege at least three women were fired after reporting the technology firm had a “boys’…

What employers need to know about provincial changes to sick note requirements

The growing adoption of prohibitions against demanding sick notes to substantiate short-term absences, related to the health of employees or their immediate families, is among…

Expert panel: Technology, legislation shaping total rewards decisions in 2026

The world of work is shifting at an unprecedented pace. Advancements in technology, evolving regulatory requirements, and rising employee expectations are transforming the way organizations…

  • By: Darcy Clark
  • January 5, 2026 December 23, 2025
  • 09:00

Leadership stress tolerance in short supply as demands on executives intensify: report

Only 18 per cent of leaders scored high in stress tolerance, raising questions about leadership readiness as organizations navigate sustained economic uncertainty, rapid technological change…

  • By: Sonya Singh
  • December 24, 2025 December 18, 2025
  • 09:00

How employers are rethinking holiday gifting amid cost-of-living pressures

As cost-of-living pressures continue to shape employee expectations, holiday gift-giving in the workplace is becoming less about tradition and more about equity, flexibility and psychological…

  • By: Sonya Singh
  • December 19, 2025 December 18, 2025
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Hyundai engaging, recognizing employees with ‘Take Your Parents to Work Day’ program

Hyundai Auto Canada Corp. is supporting employee engagement and recognition through its ‘Take Your Parents to Work Day’ program. The initiative, which saw several employees…

  • By: Blake Wolfe
  • December 17, 2025 December 17, 2025
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