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Citigroup supporting employee wellness as return-to-office plans take shape

lbailey — Mon, 22 Nov 2021 14:00:12 +0000

As Citigroup Inc. begins rolling out its plans for returning to the workplace, it’s focusing on supporting employees’ mental health and wellness throughout the transition. Although Citi has yet to formally announce its full return-to-work plans for its employees who were shifted to remote working in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic, the organization expects […]

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Employees want more comprehensive benefits coverage: survey

lbailey — Fri, 19 Nov 2021 14:05:37 +0000

Canadian employees want more comprehensive coverage under their benefits plans, according to a survey by the Conference Board of Canada and Telus Health. The survey, which polled more than 1,500 Canadian workers, found a majority (82 per cent) of respondents want basic dental services (such as preventative and minor restorative) covered by their benefits plans, […]

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How small and mid-sized employers can offer benefits like large employers

lbailey — Fri, 19 Nov 2021 13:57:52 +0000

By beefing up its benefits programs and putting flexibility at the core of its offerings, Willful has been able to grow its staff amid a coronavirus pandemic-fueled tight labour market. The online estate planning company credits its fulsome total rewards package and its flexible workplace culture for its recruitment success. As a very small employer […]

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Q&A with Purolator’s Anna Manocchio

bwolfe — Fri, 19 Nov 2021 13:49:03 +0000

Purolator Inc.’s senior director of total rewards and human resources technology talks mental-health leadership, return to the workplace and the benefits of time outdoors Q: What top challenges do you face in your role? A: We have a very large workforce with different demographics and needs, so it’s really about continuing to evaluate whether our […]

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Scotiabank increasing mental-health coverage, providing leadership training

bwolfe — Thu, 18 Nov 2021 14:00:30 +0000

Scotiabank is increasing its focus on mental health through expanded benefits coverage and additional training for employees in leadership roles. Beginning April 1, 2022, all eligible employees and dependants will have $10,000 — up from a previous limit of $3,000 — in mental well-being services as part of their core coverage, including access to clinical counsellors, internet-based […]

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Small businesses increasing wages, benefits to attract talent: survey

bwolfe — Tue, 16 Nov 2021 14:00:45 +0000

Almost half (46 per cent) of small businesses that are currently experiencing hiring difficulties have increased wages, while 27 per cent have increased benefits and 19 per cent have introduced a shorter work week, according to a new survey by Maru Public Opinion for ADP Canada Co. It found while 79 per cent of small […]

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38% of plan sponsors planning to update benefits plan design in 2021: survey

lbailey — Wed, 03 Nov 2021 13:00:57 +0000

More than a third (38 per cent) of plan sponsors are planning to update their benefits plan design by the end of this year, on par with those that did so in 2020 (39 per cent), according to a survey by Arthur J. Gallagher Canada Ltd. The survey, which polled more than 500 Canadian plan […]

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Mental health spiralling as 35% of employees consider leaving job: survey

lbailey — Thu, 28 Oct 2021 13:00:09 +0000

More than a third (35 per cent) of employees said they’re considering leaving their job or are unsure about whether to stay with their company, according to the latest monthly mental-health index by LifeWorks Inc. Additionally, the mental-health scores of these groups (negative 21.9 and negative 16.7, respectively) were more than three-times worse than for […]

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Unilever wins award for expansive approach to DEI amid pandemic

lbailey — Wed, 27 Oct 2021 13:00:05 +0000

Unilever Canada Inc.’s fulsome approach to diversity, equity and inclusion led to its win in the diversity program category at Benefits Canada’s 2021 Workplace Benefits Awards on Oct. 14. At the onset of the coronavirus pandemic, Unilever Canada adopted the mantra “we’re navigating the same ocean, in different boats.” The adage, which created a shared sense of […]

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Toronto software company offering 4-day workweek, flexibility to employees

bwolfe — Tue, 19 Oct 2021 13:00:39 +0000

A Toronto-based software developer is offering additional workplace flexibility to employees, leading to increased productivity and growth. Marco Osso, vice-president of employee success at Tulip.io Inc., says the company launched a shortened work week in August, allowing employees to work four or 4.5 days depending on their personal schedules. Read: Employers prioritizing mental health, permanent hybrid […]

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