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Organon launching initiative to support women’s career, health journey in the workplace

Sadie Janes — Tue, 16 Apr 2024 13:00:57 +0000

Organon Canada’s ‘HER Professional Journey’ initiative is addressing women’s unique health experiences, including fertility, parental leave and menopause, so they can feel supported and empowered in the workplace at every stage of their career. The program, which is led by an employee resource group, helps the organization to further advocate for women and help make […]

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Half of Canadian BIPOC employees feel uncomfortable or unwelcome at work: survey

Sadie Janes — Thu, 01 Feb 2024 14:00:27 +0000

Roughly half of Black, Indigenous and people of colour employees in Canada report feeling uncomfortable or unwelcome in the workplace, especially those aged 30 to 44, according to a new survey by the Coalition of Innovation Leaders Against Racism. The survey, which polled 500 employees, found many instances of discrimination were disproportionately reported by respondents […]

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Truth and Reconciliation: KPMG in Canada focusing on education, recruitment efforts

bwolfe — Fri, 29 Sep 2023 13:00:53 +0000

KPMG in Canada is marking the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation by educating employees and employer clients on issues impacting Indigenous Canadians. The organization will close its offices on Oct. 2, providing employees with a day off to reflect and educate themselves on truth and reconciliation. According to the organization’s latest diversity, equity and […]

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Getting to know Shannan Corey and the Saskatchewan Pension Plan

Sadie Janes — Fri, 15 Sep 2023 12:56:06 +0000

Working in the pension industry has always been aligned with Shannan Corey’s personal interests and values. Her father was an actuary so she was exposed to the pension industry from a very young age. After earning her mathematics degree at the University of Saskatchewan, she became an associate actuary, spending a few years in consulting […]

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Expert panel: How employers can combat ageism in the workplace

bwolfe — Tue, 25 Jul 2023 13:00:36 +0000

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are esteemed values held by many employers and are table stakes in the value proposition for employees and customers. However, in the context of DEI, ageism and the importance of supporting older workers is rarely mentioned. It’s a complex issue that can have significant consequences on a company’s performance and its […]

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TD Bank building pipeline of Black tech employees, providing returnship program for tech workers

lbailey — Fri, 31 Mar 2023 13:00:41 +0000

The TD Bank Group is expanding its talent pool through partnerships that tap into the Black Professionals in Tech Network and FDM Group Inc.’s returnship program for technology workers. When the bank was looking to hire more engineers in 2022, it tapped the BPTN to create a recruitment and training program specifically tailored to its […]

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Amazon Canada promoting inclusivity, accessibility through disability ERG

Sadie Janes — Thu, 15 Dec 2022 14:00:13 +0000

Amazon Canada is prioritizing inclusivity and accessibility by working closely with its People With Disabilities employee resource group and adding supports such as internal sign language interpreters. “One of the things we’ve really focused on is building a sense of belonging and demonstrating that we value our employees and the diversity of [our workforce],” says […]

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87% of employees have experienced burnout over the last year: survey

lbailey — Fri, 18 Nov 2022 14:01:31 +0000

More than eight in 10 (87 per cent) employees have experienced burnout over the last year, with the number increasing to 89 per cent among middle managers and 92 per cent among senior leaders, according to a new survey by Ceridian HCM. The survey, which polled 8,800 employees globally, found just 29 per cent of respondents […]

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Editorial: Learning from women who are leading by example

Jennifer Paterson — Fri, 16 Sep 2022 13:00:00 +0000

While we speak regularly with outstanding women in the human resources, benefits, pension and investment industries, our annual Women’s Issue allows us to take a broader view, including how these women’s careers have evolved, their perspectives on mentorship and work-life balance, as well as their thoughts about pay equity and gender diversity. When I wrote […]

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Women in the HR, benefits, pension and investment industries discuss work-life balance, mentorship and DEI priorities

Jennifer Paterson — Fri, 16 Sep 2022 12:57:28 +0000

When Monika Mielnik joined Bell Canada as a temporary contractor, she was studying criminology and psychology and working towards joining the Royal Canadian Mounted Police. “I truly thought this was going to be an in and out experience . . . but as time progressed, I continued to excel and be empowered by many of […]

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