Employers can ensure employees remain safe during holiday celebrations through a combination of communication and robust human resources policies. “I think most companies are at a point now where they do set expectations about what is appropriate and acceptable behaviour,” said Jessica Culo, president of Specialized Recruiting Group (an Edmonton-based affiliate of Express Services Inc.), […]
Almost two-thirds (61 per cent) of U.S. employers have implemented a formal policy that requires employees in the office for a minimum number of days a week, according to a new survey by WTW. The survey, which polled more than 300 employers, found the push for increased onsite work is driven by the belief that […]
An article about the National Institute on Ageing’s report on missing pension plan members was the most-read story on BenefitsCanada.com this past week. Here are the top five human resources, benefits, pension and investment stories of the last week: 1. NIA addressing issue of missing pension plan members with new report 2. 88% of employees with disabilities, neurodivergence […]
When Hydro Ottawa was preparing for its first wave of retiring baby boomers in 2011, it began working on a strategy to mitigate the subsequent impact on the workforce and organizational memory. “Part of the strategy was to think about how we could manage both the number of retirements, but also the amount of knowledge […]
When a company is undergoing a merger or acquisition, it’s important to maintain consistency regarding benefits plans and streamline the process as much as possible. “It’s crucial to allocate the proper resources to make sure the process goes smoothly and benefits coverage is maintained or improved upon,” says Connie Cooper, associate vice-president of executive financial […]
The hospitality company’s pension and benefits manager discusses gen Z in the workforce, student debt repayment programs and family vacations. Q: What new programs or initiatives are you looking to implement? A: We’re considering providing more flexibility and inclusive benefits in our health coverage, family support program and paid leave plans to better meet the […]
Several Canadian cities rank among the best global locations for work-life balance, according to a new report by Mercer. The report ranked cities according to the practicalities of daily life for international talent and their families. It ranked Vancouver as the best city for work-life balance in North America and No. 7 globally. Four other […]
Three-quarters (75 per cent) of Canadian employers and 66 per cent of U.S. employers say employee productivity is a key focus for 2025, with most planning to align total rewards — specifically compensation — with productivity metrics, according to a new survey by Hub International Ltd. The survey, which polled 900 employers across North America, […]
More than half (55 per cent) of women employees say they want to improve their financial literacy, compared to 52 per cent of all workers, according to a new survey by Intuit Canada. The survey, which polled 2,600 employees and roughly 500 small- and medium-sized employers, found this gap in financial knowledge has resulted in […]
A third (31 per cent) of Canadian employees say they rely on gig work in some capacity to help cover regular expenses, according to a new survey by ADP Canada. The survey, which polled more than 1,200 employees, found among gig workers, 17 per cent said gig work is their primary source of income for […]