HR Management Blog

Payroll is a fundamental element of any business, and while it may seem like a simple (ok, not that simple) mechanical or mathematical action, it plays a role in company culture. When employees feel like they have to double-check their paystubs and verify all of their income and taxes – […]

When most people think about DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) in the workplace, they think about things like hiring quotas or discrimination training. DEI is about so much more than that. DEI is about creating a workplace environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and included. It’s about understanding and appreciating […]

It’s no surprise to HR Managers that employees are bringing this increased stress — lingering effects of the pandemic — into the workplace, although recent data indicate significant increases in workplace aggression. A recent study by Lifeworks that surveyed 3,000 Canadians found that 20% of them have experienced increased aggression […]

One thing that the pandemic made painfully clear is how unprepared we are as a country to deal with any sort of widespread health crisis or even just a few sick people in the workplace at a time. Workers have sometimes been forced to choose between coming to work sick […]

HR Management teams, managers, and employers by now know that the pay raise alone is not enough, in many cases to prevent the “turnover tsunami” wreaking havoc on workplaces. While on one hand, the turnover is a boon to HR Recruiters and employers looking to build up their teams, the […]

In recent years, it seems that everybody is talking about imposter syndrome and how it shows up in their work and personal lives. But what is it, really? And how can HR help to manage it? What is imposter syndrome? Imposter syndrome is a psychological phenomenon in which individuals doubt […]

“The Great Resignation”  brought many challenges to employers and HR managers alike — and HR Management and recruiting issue compounded by the record numbers of people approaching retirement age. Now, HR Managers now must cope with the “The Great Retirement” as well, with the largest approaching retirement demographic in history. […]

The Covid-19 pandemic has led to many changes in Canada, including new mandatory vaccinations for employees. Many employers now require their staff to be vaccinated against the virus or face repercussions. This raises many questions about whether or not this is legal and what the consequences could be for those […]

In the face of what has been called the “Great Resignation”, what can HR Managers, employers and HR Management team do to retain valued employees? As the global pandemic seems to be easing, companies are focusing on getting back to business as usual. But when it comes to retaining talent […]