Women still find it a challenge to reach managerial and executive ranks, according to the findings of a recent survey conducted by Ipsos-Reid on behalf of Randstad Canada.
A website launched yesterday by Mercer is focused on helping organizations understand and address key HR issues.
Unemployment may be high, but employers are still finding it difficult to fill key roles, according to a survey by Right Management.
There’s a little less conversation happening in Canada. A report issued last week by Convergence Consulting Group found that cellphone users are talking less, but texting, emailing and web surfing more.
The majority of corporate executives (75%) question whether their senior executive teams possess the appropriate mix of skills to generate growth for their companies and seek out global opportunity in the coming year, according to the latest executive survey by The Korn/Ferry Institute.
North American organizations are facing significant staffing challenges as they expand into emerging markets, according to research by Mercer.
With roller coaster unemployment levels and an uncertain economy, attracting and retaining talent should be easy, right? Yes, and no, says Towers Watson. While many Canadian companies are finding it relatively painless to attract and retain staff, they’re also finding it difficult to attract the ones they want the most: critical-skill employees. According to the […]
In 2007, the Canadian division of Bristol-Myers Squibb (BMS) underwent a significant change, revamping its business culture and employee benefits. It was an enormous task, and the corporation faced a number of challenges along the way. Change of direction According to Lynda Newcomb, vice-president, HR, BMS Canada wanted to create an entrepreneurial culture in which […]
From our sister publication, Advisor.ca A brief flurry of movement at two of Canada’s large investment managers unfolded over the past 24 hours. Russell Investments announced late on Tuesday that it had appointed Greg Nott as chief investment officer (CIO), effective immediately. As the new CIO at Russell, Nott will be responsible for all aspects […]
Watch this video Migrating the HR claims process from a paper-based environment to an automated solution can help organizations streamline processes and increase efficiency. But organizations need solutions that work for their unique needs. Shirley Powell, manager, HR planning, systems and rewards, with Toronto Hydro Corp., says the organization is currently seeking a solution to […]