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Survey finds 33% of North American workers report declining financial situation

Sadie Janes — Tue, 24 Sep 2024 19:00:21 +0000

A third (33 per cent) of North American workers say they’re financially worse off than a year ago and have financial issues that are negatively impacting their lives, according to a new survey by WTW. The global survey, which polled 45,000 employees working for medium- and large-sized private sector organizations in 29 countries and territories, […]

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24% of U.S. employees caring for child, adult dependants more likely to leave job: survey

Sadie Janes — Mon, 16 Sep 2024 19:00:32 +0000

A quarter (24 per cent) of U.S. employees who are in a caregiving role for both a child and dependent adult are more likely to say they want to leave their current job, according to a new survey by Principal Financial Group. The survey, which polled 500 employers and 500 employees, found 22 per cent […]

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Employers gaining upper hand when negotiating pay, benefits with unions: expert

Sadie Janes — Mon, 19 Aug 2024 13:00:14 +0000

Over the past year, union negotiations have ramped up and wage settlements have reached new heights, mainly due to the fact that negotiations were set back by the coronavirus pandemic and the inflation that followed, says Douglas Porter, chief economist and managing director at BMO Financial Group. “Like night follows day, labour unrest and strike […]

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A look at what’s next for inclusive employee benefits

Sadie Janes — Fri, 21 Jun 2024 12:57:54 +0000

When looking at the future of inclusive benefits, it’s important for employers to take a holistic approach and ensure their benefits plans offer something for everyone. “Whether you’re a recent university graduate, a parent, single or married, we try to support people wherever they’re at,” says Christine Tatham, chief people officer at Redbrick. “For us, it’s […]

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Zayo, Unifor agreement includes pension, benefits gains

Sadie Janes — Tue, 02 Apr 2024 13:00:07 +0000

The union representing 120 employees working across Canada for U.S. telecommunications company Zayo Group has ratified a four-year collective agreement that includes pension and benefits gains. Unifor Local 2000A was able to protect and maintain the company’s defined benefit pension plan; however, the employee contribution will increase from three per cent to 4.5 per cent. […]

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71% of Canadian employees considering leaving their jobs in 2024: survey

Sadie Janes — Mon, 25 Mar 2024 13:00:50 +0000

Nearly three-quarters (71 per cent) of employees in Canada are considering leaving their current jobs and exploring better opportunities elsewhere this year, according to a new survey by Hays PLC. The survey, which polled 4,500 respondents, found among workers planning to stay at their current jobs, a quarter (25 per cent) said they’d consider leaving […]

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Survey finds three-quarters of U.S. employers increasing commitment to well-being programs

Sadie Janes — Fri, 22 Mar 2024 13:00:02 +0000

While three-quarters (74 per cent) of U.S. companies have increased their commitment to well-being programs in the last two years, just 50 per cent of employees say they’ve seen an increase in support, according to a new survey by Buck, a subsidiary of Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. The survey, which polled more than 250 […]

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Employers can improve benefits communication, highlight mental-health support for ‘Blue Monday’

Sadie Janes — Mon, 15 Jan 2024 14:00:06 +0000

Employers can use the time surrounding ‘Blue Monday’ to ensure they’re communicating properly with employees and highlighting mental-health supports, says Gianna Ricciardi, vice-president and practice leader at Vita Assure Inc. Blue Monday — typically the third Monday in January — is considered to be the saddest day of the year because the combination of dreary weather […]

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Survey finds 53% of Canadian employees feel negatively about work, 30% feeling overworked

Sadie Janes — Wed, 01 Nov 2023 13:00:00 +0000

More than half (53 per cent) of Canadian employees say they feel negatively about work and 30 per cent feel tired and overworked, according to a new survey by ADP Canada. The survey, which polled more than 1,800 employees, found two-thirds (68 per cent) said work-life balance was among their top three priorities (along with […]

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Indeed offering $10,000 to U.S. transgender workers who want to relocate

Sadie Janes — Wed, 06 Sep 2023 13:00:31 +0000

As several U.S. states enact legislation restricting gender-affirming care, Indeed Inc. is offering US$10,000 to transgender employees or those with transgender children who want to relocate, according to a report by the Financial Post. The hiring company will cover any tax liability created by the payment, which is considered income, said Misty Gaither, Indeed’s vice-president […]

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