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

An article on Fidelity Canada’s win in the Future of work strategy category at Benefits Canada‘s 2023 Workplace Benefits Awards was the most-read story on BenefitsCanada.com over the…

  • By: Staff
  • November 10, 2023 November 9, 2023
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Half of European employers say employees complying with in-person work policies: survey

Just half (52 per cent) of European employers say their employees comply with in-person work policies, according to a new survey by employment law firm…

  • By: Staff
  • November 9, 2023 November 8, 2023
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Ontario plans to require salary ranges be included in job postings

Under new legislation announced Monday, Ontario employers could soon be required to include salary ranges in job postings and disclose if artificial intelligence is part…

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Expert panel: How employers can align their benefits plan and DEI strategy

The documentation of formal diversity, equity and inclusion policies and approaches is one of the most significant changes to the Canadian workplace over the last…

  • By: Kim Siddall
  • November 7, 2023 November 6, 2023
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Just 31% of U.S. workers say their employer has asked for input on hybrid, remote working: survey

Just a third (31 per cent) of U.S. employees say their employers has asked for their input on remote and hybrid working arrangements, according to…

  • By: Staff
  • November 6, 2023 November 6, 2023
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BMO providing paid leave top-up to military reservists on deployment, training

The Bank of Montreal is extending paid leave benefits to employees who are reservists with the Canadian Armed Forces. These employees will receive up to…

Fidelity Canada wins award for focusing on flexibility amid return-to-office rollout

Fidelity Canada’s flexible return-to-office rollout landed the company a win in the Future of Work Strategy category at Benefits Canada’s 2023 Workplace Benefits Awards. In September…

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

An article on Lululemon Athletica Inc.’s win in the Financial wellness category at Benefits Canada‘s 2023 Workplace Benefits Awards was the most-read story on BenefitsCanada.com over the last week.…

  • By: Staff
  • November 3, 2023 November 2, 2023
  • 09:00

Nearly half of U.S. SMEs offering retirement savings plans to boost attraction, retention efforts: survey

While more than two-thirds (69 per cent) of U.S. small- and medium-sized employers say the main reason they offer a retirement savings plan is to help…

  • By: Staff
  • November 1, 2023 November 2, 2023
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Survey finds 53% of Canadian employees feel negatively about work, 30% feeling overworked

More than half (53 per cent) of Canadian employees say they feel negatively about work and 30 per cent feel tired and overworked, according to…

  • By: Staff
  • November 1, 2023 November 1, 2023
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68% of U.S. employees plan to stay with their current employer, citing pay and benefits: survey

More than two-thirds (68 per cent) of U.S. employees say they plan to stay with their current employer, up from 64 per cent in 2022…

  • By: Staff
  • October 31, 2023 October 31, 2023
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Telus Communications’ commitment to psychologically safe workplace leads to award win

Telus Communications Inc.’s proactive approach to fostering employee mental health led to its win in the Mental-health program category for companies with more than 1,000…

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Canada Labour Code amendments will exempt some employees from hours-of-work requirements

New amendments to the Canada Labour Code will exempt some employees from the legislation’s hours-of-work requirements. “These amendments are a rare example of changes that…

London Drugs supporting employee, manager mental health through apps, training

London Drugs is supporting employee well-being through several mental-health training programs. Through a mobile app, the pharmacy chain offers employees group and individual learning sessions…

Alberta legislation allowing access to private health services through employer-sponsored benefits plans

Alberta’s recently-passed Bill 11 allows employers to offer employees access to private health services through their benefits plans and protects older employees from losing employer-sponsored…

  • By: Sadie Janes
  • February 27, 2026 February 26, 2026
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Adult literacy an overlooked barrier to workplace equity, advancement: expert

Adult literacy remains one of the most overlooked drivers of career advancement, says Melanie Valcin, president and chief executive officer of United for Literacy. “When…

  • By: Sonya Singh
  • February 26, 2026 February 23, 2026
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B.C. court rules employer not entitled to dictate terms of share repurchases under stock option plan

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…

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

An article on the impact of a discrimination lawsuit against a bureau of the Canadian Broadcasting Corp. was the most-read article on BenefitsCanada.com this past…

  • By: Staff
  • February 27, 2026 February 26, 2026
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Discrimination lawsuit underscores reputational, accommodation risks for employers: expert

A lawsuit against the Canadian Broadcasting Corp.’s Yellowknife bureau is serving as a broader wake-up call for employers navigating workplace culture, psychological safety and reputational…

  • By: Sonya Singh
  • February 24, 2026 February 26, 2026
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Black talent is growing — but leadership representation isn’t: expert

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…

  • By: Sonya Singh
  • February 18, 2026 February 17, 2026
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‘Ghost jobs’ fuelling frustration among Canadian job seekers: survey

More than half (56 per cent) of Canadian job seekers believe they’ve applied for a ‘ghost job’ — a posting for a role that an…

  • By: Staff
  • February 3, 2026 February 2, 2026
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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
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