Majority of U.S. young employees switched jobs in last 2 years: survey
Almost two-thirds (61 per cent) of U.S. employees aged 25 to 35 have changed jobs in the last two years or are planning to make…
- By: Staff
- May 9, 2022 May 5, 2022
- 09:00
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Employers using flexibility, perks to ease return to workplace
Ian McGrath has made it clear to his bosses: if the company forces staff to return to the office, he’ll tender his resignation. The Halifax-area…
- By: The Canadian Press
- May 6, 2022 May 5, 2022
- 15:00
Top 5 HR, benefits and pension stories of the week
An article on how employers can support workers as a record number of Canadians prepare to retire was the most-read story on BenefitsCanada.com over the…
- By: Staff
- May 6, 2022 May 6, 2022
- 09:00
57% of workers expect return to office will positively impact well-being: survey
More than half (57 per cent) of U.S. employees expect a return to the office will have a positive impact on their well-being, while 12…
- By: Staff
- May 5, 2022 May 3, 2022
- 15:00
BDO Canada using free lunches to entice employees back to the office
BDO Canada is offering free lunches at its Waterloo, Ont. office to draw employees back to the workplace. The program, offered through the Hungerhub app,…
- By: Sadie Janes
- May 5, 2022 May 5, 2022
- 09:00
In-office working creates meaningful experiences for employees: report
Employers that provides employees with the choice of where to work are the ones that will thrive in the post-pandemic world, according to a new…
- By: Staff
- May 4, 2022 May 3, 2022
- 15:00
How employers can support workers as record number of Canadians near retirement
With a record number of Canadians nearing retirement, employers can support workers through retirement planning initiatives and education, says one expert. According to a report…
- By: Sadie Janes
- May 3, 2022 May 5, 2022
- 09:00
Best Buy adopting remote working-first approach for corporate staff
Best Buy Canada Ltd. is making its remote working model permanent for its 1,200 corporate office workers. Corporate employees began working remotely in the third…
- By: Lauren Bailey
- May 3, 2022 May 2, 2022
- 09:00
U.S. employers offering new, additional voluntary benefits to retain, attract talent: survey
The percentage of U.S. employers offering new or additional voluntary benefits increased by 41 per cent during the 2022 enrolment period, according to a new…
- By: Staff
- May 2, 2022 April 29, 2022
- 15:00
2022 Workplace Benefits Awards opens for entries
Does your organization’s benefits plan or financial wellness program deserve recognition? Are you leading the way when it comes to supporting your employees’ mental health? Is…
- By: Staff
- April 29, 2022 April 29, 2022
- 09:05
Metro, Unifor deal includes DB pension benefit increase
The union representing roughly 900 workers at Metro Inc. warehouses in Etobicoke, Ont. has ratified a new 4.5-year collective agreement that includes pension and benefits…
- By: Blake Wolfe
- April 29, 2022 April 28, 2022
- 09:00
Majority of employees, executives missing at least one work day due to mental-health challenges: survey
The majority of chief executive officers (83 per cent) and employees (70 per cent) report missing at least one day of work due to stress,…
- By: Staff
- April 28, 2022 April 27, 2022
- 15:00
36% of racialized, Indigenous employees reporting psychological safety concerns: survey
More than a third (36 per cent) of racialized and Indigenous Canadian employees said they feel their colleagues may deliberately act in a way that…
- By: Staff
- April 28, 2022 April 27, 2022
- 09:00
U.S. employers financially impacted by employees’ deteriorating mental health: survey
Nearly three-quarters (71 per cent) of U.S. employers feel the deteriorating mental health of their workforce is having a negative financial impact on their companies,…
- By: Staff
- April 28, 2022 April 27, 2022
- 09:00
43% of employees considering switching jobs due to pay, growth opportunities: survey
Two-fifths (43 per cent) of global employees said they’re likely to quit their job in the next 12 months, citing factors such as higher total…
- By: Staff
- April 27, 2022 April 27, 2022
- 15:00
Ontario casinos, Unifor reach deals with improved pensions, benefits
The union representing workers at three Ontario casinos has ratified a series of collective agreements that will provide improved pensions and health benefits for employees.…
- By: Staff
- April 27, 2022 April 26, 2022
- 09:00
Majority of Canadian employees at risk of burnout amid prolonged pandemic: survey
A majority (92 per cent) of Canadian employees feel they’re at risk of experiencing burnout as the coronavirus pandemic drags on, according to a new…
- By: Lauren Bailey
- April 25, 2022 April 25, 2022
- 09:00
42% of U.S. employees likely to quit their job in coming months: survey
Two-fifths (42 per cent) of U.S. employees are likely to leave their job in the next three to six months, according to a new survey…
- By: Staff
- April 22, 2022 April 21, 2022
- 15:00
33% of Canadians say employer doesn’t offer workplace addiction support: survey
A third (33 per cent) of Canadians say their employer doesn’t offer workplace addiction support programs, according to LifeWorks Inc.’s latest mental-health index. The survey,…
- By: Staff
- April 22, 2022 April 21, 2022
- 09:00
Top 5 HR, benefits and pension stories of the week
An announcement regarding long-awaited amendments to the Patented Medicines Review Board regulations was the most-read story on BenefitsCanada.com over the last week. Here are the five most…
- By: Staff
- April 22, 2022 April 21, 2022
- 09:00
Employee recognition has larger impact on engagement, productivity than salary: survey
More than half (57 per cent) of employees say feeling recognized in their current role would reduce the likelihood that they’d take a call from…
- By: Staff
- April 21, 2022 April 19, 2022
- 15:00
Ontario municipality introducing four-day workweek
The Township of Springwater, Ont. is introducing a four-day workweek as part of a five-month pilot program to improve work-life balance for municipal employees. Starting…
- By: Staff
- April 21, 2022 April 20, 2022
- 09:00
What are the top countries for work-life balance?
The top three countries in the world for work-life balance are the Netherlands, Switzerland and Sweden, according to a new report by global employee benefits…
- By: Staff
- April 20, 2022 April 20, 2022
- 09:00
Targeted Strategies Group using benefits scoring tool to enhance plan design
Using a real-time benefits scoring tool, Targeted Strategies Group is making changes to its benefits plan to enhance its employee value proposition amid a tight…
- By: Lauren Bailey
- April 19, 2022 April 19, 2022
- 09:00
70% of Canadian employees have experienced workplace violence or harassment: survey
Seven in 10 Canadian employees have experienced some form of violence and harassment at work, according to a survey by the Canadian Labour Congress in…
- By: Staff
- April 14, 2022 April 14, 2022
- 14:45