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1Password bringing employees together to explore impact of Black artists, culture for Black History Month

lbailey — Wed, 28 Feb 2024 14:00:00 +0000

This Black History Month, 1Password is bringing employees together to share how diverse artists have had a profound impact on their exploration and appreciation of art, music, dance and literature. On Feb. 16, the software company’s Black Caucus employee resource group brought in a DJ to curate an hour of music by Black artists across […]

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My Take: DEI in the workplace begins with re-thinking recruitment processes

lbailey — Wed, 10 Jan 2024 14:00:01 +0000

Achieving a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace requires a multi-pronged approach that ensures inclusion is embedded into business practices, beginning with traditional recruitment practices. After the social justice movement of 2020 in response to the death of George Floyd, employers across the globe pledged to address systemic racism in the workplace. Indeed, many Canadian employers […]

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My Take: Obesity should be treated like other chronic conditions under benefits plans

Sadie Janes — Wed, 03 Jan 2024 14:00:46 +0000

As someone who has become increasingly overweight in the last few years, every time I read or write about obesity being referred to as a ‘lifestyle condition’ it makes me physically cringe. Yes, some poor diet choices have contributed to my current physical condition, but it’s much more complex than that. And I know others […]

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A look at Capital One Canada’s inclusive parental leave, time off programs

Sadie Janes — Fri, 15 Dec 2023 13:58:51 +0000

Inclusivity has long been a priority at Capital One Canada and its employee leave programs are no exception. As a result of this focus, the financial company is seeing more men taking parental leave — by September 2023, men accounted for 64 per cent of employees who used the benefit. The organization offers 26 weeks […]

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72% of business leaders increased investment in DEI over past year: survey

Jennifer Paterson — Thu, 27 Jul 2023 19:00:16 +0000

Nearly three-quarters (72 per cent) of business leaders have increased their organization’s investment in diversity, equity and inclusion over the past 12 months, according to a new survey by the World 50 Group, a global community of business leaders. Direct reports to the chief executive officer were most likely to feel they have access to […]

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Meet the 2023 Workplace Benefits Awards judges

Jennifer Paterson — Fri, 23 Jun 2023 13:05:36 +0000

With the 2023 Workplace Benefits Awards’ nomination process soon drawing to a close, Benefits Canada is pleased to announce this year’s panel of judges. The deadline for this year’s awards is Fri., July 7, at which time the awards entries will be turned over to the hands of several industry experts. Read: Who are the winners […]

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Walmart Canada increasing mental-health coverage, access to virtual health care

Sadie Janes — Wed, 16 Nov 2022 14:00:47 +0000

Walmart Canada is increasing its mental-health benefits coverage for employees and expanding access to virtual health care. Effective Feb. 1, 2023, the company will provide $3,500 in annual mental-health coverage per employee, up from $1,000. “We wanted to make a statement with our [employees] in terms of support for their mental health and $1,000 just […]

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TD Bank Group awarded for innovative benefits plan communications

Sadie Janes — Fri, 21 Oct 2022 13:00:46 +0000

The TD Bank Group’s innovative and engaging benefits communication strategy led to its win in the Benefits plan communications category at the 2022 Workplace Benefits Awards on Oct. 18. “It’s humbling and overwhelming to win this award,” says Darryl Burton, associate vice-president of Canadian and international benefits and well-being at TD. “When we’re trying to plan communications […]

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Truth and Reconciliation: Employer awareness growing but more action required, says expert

Sadie Janes — Fri, 30 Sep 2022 13:00:35 +0000

As Sept. 30 marks the second annual National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, employer awareness of the impact of Canada’s residential school system has grown since the day was first observed in 2021, but more action needs to be taken, says Kelly Lendsay, president and chief executive officer of non-profit organization Indigenous Works. “It has […]

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Procter & Gamble Canada hosting Pride events for employees, providing inclusivity training

Sadie Janes — Thu, 09 Jun 2022 13:00:34 +0000

Procter & Gamble Canada is marking Pride Month with two events for employees to discuss diversity, equity and inclusion issues. On June 14, the consumer goods company will host a roundtable discussion for employees, providing an open forum to talk about LGBTQ2S+ topics, share resources and answer questions, says Lisa Reid, country manager at P&G […]

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