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…
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;…
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…
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…
Amazon’s Career Choice program provides employees with skills training that leads to career advancement, whether it be in their current trajectory or an entirely new…
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…
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…
More than three-quarters (79 per cent) of Canadian employees say their overall well-being has significantly improved due to the greater flexibility offered by hybrid working,…
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…
Six in 10 Canadian (57 per cent) employees say they’re either in the process of moving employers or may seek new employment in the next…
Half (51 per cent) of North American employees say they feel less fulfilled compared to five years ago, with hybrid workers feeling more fulfilled than…
The previous year was an interesting one in the world of employee benefits plans. Over the previous 12 months, employers have navigated the explosion of…
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…
More than eight in 10 (84 per cent) employers say artificial intelligence is starting to affect their succession planning, according to a new survey by…
Nearly two‑thirds of Canadian women aged 35 to 55 say menopause symptoms affect their job performance, while more than half report that the time spent…
Calling all employers and plan sponsors — the 2026 Workplace Benefits Awards are now open for entries! If your organization is leading the way in…
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…
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…
Despite years of corporate commitments to diversity, equity and inclusion, Black Canadians continue to be under-represented in senior leadership roles. A 2025 report by Statistics…
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…
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…
The British Columbia Supreme Court has ruled employers don’t necessarily have an unfettered right to dictate the terms of a repurchase of shares held by…