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Mental Health Crisis? One Third of Canadian Continue to Take Time Off Work for Mental Health Issues

There is an escalating dialogue around mental health in contemporary society. In workplaces across the globe, mental health issues have crawled out from under the carpet and into the spotlight, demanding action from both employers and human resources (HR) professionals. A recent study brings to light the depth of the […]

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Benefits Gap Continues in Canada — Research Indicates the Specific Gaps Between Employee Wants and What is Provided

As the landscape of employee expectations continues to evolve, Canadian employers are faced with the challenge of keeping pace. Despite considerable strides in certain areas, there remains a tangible gap between what employees desire and what their employers currently provide. This article delves into the findings from the Canada Innovative

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Stress in 2023: This Year’s Unique Workplace Stress Factors Due to Recession, Post-Covid and Other Factors

The workplace environment is changing rapidly. Workplace stress has taken a toll on many employees leading to mental and physical health issues. This report outlines recent findings about unique workplace stress factors affecting workers in 2023. The vast majority of workers report experiencing stress. According to a survey carried out

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Increasing Employee Productivity and Reducing Stress: 9-Day Fortnight vs 4-Day Work Week: a Long Weekend Every 2 Weeks?

With record numbers of workers resigning from their jobs — with 28 percent planning to leave this year (see our report) — and many companies worldwide have implemented shorter work weeks to increase productivity.. Two of those are the 9-day fortnight and the four-day workweek. [4] In other words, a

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Understanding PEOs: Advantages, Risks, and Future Prospects – A Comprehensive Guide.

Explore the option of Professional Employer Organizations (PEOs) as a method to expand your team into Canada: the advantages, associated risks, and how they’re transforming to meet future HR needs. What are the advantages and risks associated with PEO, and how can we mitigate any risk factors? In today’s globalized

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10 reasons why 28 percent of employees are ready to leave their employer and 6 ways HR Managers can help prevent it : Reports

Several surveys show that employees cite 10 key reasons 28% of employees are planning on leaving their employer in the next year, including: better pay, lack of work-life balance, toxic work environment, toxic bosses, and career change as reasons for leaving their employers. (19 sources cited below.) These reports also

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9 Main Reasons Employees Leave: the Majority of Employees Leave Jobs for Reasons Other Than Dissatisfaction or Layoff: StatsCan Data

It’s a common misconception that employees primarily leave their jobs due to dissatisfaction or layoffs. However, a recent Statistics Canada study tells a different story, shedding light on the diverse reasons why people leave their jobs. For HR management professionals, gaining insights into these employee decisions is essential for developing

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