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More work to be done on workplace gender equality: survey

bwolfe — Fri, 26 Nov 2021 20:00:30 +0000

Roughly two-thirds (63 per cent) of women said the shift toward gender equality in the workplace isn’t taking place fast enough and, despite more societal awareness, they still aren’t being offered the same opportunities as men, according to a new survey by Randstad Canada. The survey, which polled more than 1,000 working Canadian women, found […]

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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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Employers raising wages, offering bonuses amid labour shortages: surveys

bwolfe — Wed, 29 Sep 2021 19:00:45 +0000

Canadian employers are using bonuses to attract and retain employees in a difficult labour market, according to a new survey by Mercer. Half (50 per cent) of respondents said they’re providing sign-on bonuses for select new non-executive hires. And while 55 per cent aren’t offering retention bonuses, 35 per cent said they’re being provided for […]

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Financial stress affecting workplace motivation: survey

bwolfe — Wed, 29 Sep 2021 13:00:06 +0000

When employees are financially stressed, they’re distracted and less productive at work and more likely to leave their jobs, according to a new survey by the Canadian Payroll Association. Though the survey found personal finances have improved for many Canadians in 2020 and 2021, 30 per cent of respondents who indicated they experience financial stress […]

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Globe and Mail, Unifor deal includes enhanced mental-health benefit

bwolfe — Tue, 21 Sep 2021 19:00:54 +0000

The union representing employees at the Globe and Mail has ratified a new three-year contract that will provide a $1,500 mental-health benefit. Howard Law, director for the media sector at Unifor, says the mental-health benefit was increased from $850 and won’t be subject to the overall paramedical cap of $1,500. Read: Reliance Home Comfort, Unifor […]

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Wages set to rise 2.7% in 2022 as inflation hits new high, says survey

mdunne — Wed, 15 Sep 2021 19:00:16 +0000

Wages are going up in Canada, with employers projecting an average annual pay increase of 2.5 per cent for next year, according to a new survey by LifeWorks Inc. When excluding organizations that are planning salary freezes, the poll found average salaries are expected to rise 2.7 per cent in 2022. It demonstrates growing confidence […]

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Amazon beefing up benefits, pay in North America amid tight labour market

bwolfe — Mon, 13 Sep 2021 19:00:40 +0000

Amazon.com Inc. is expanding its education benefits to cover college tuition expenses for frontline workers in the U.S. The benefit is available to U.S. employees after three months with the company, according to a press release, which noted the program also assists employees obtaining high school diplomas as well as certificates for general education development […]

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54% of Canadian employers adopting hybrid work, meeting employee expectations: survey

bwolfe — Mon, 13 Sep 2021 13:00:16 +0000

With 57 per cent of Canadian employees expecting flexible working arrangements to continue post-coronavirus pandemic, 54 per cent of Canadian employers are adopting a hybrid working arrangement, according to a new survey by Mercer Canada. The survey found 61 per cent of employees said they prefer to work from home and, currently, 77 per cent […]

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Employers prioritizing mental health, permanent hybrid work 1.5 years into pandemic

bwolfe — Fri, 10 Sep 2021 13:00:07 +0000

It’s 18 months this week since a global coronavirus pandemic was first declared and employers are applying many hard lessons learned as Canadian organizations and employees stare down further uncertainty wrought by the Delta variant, fourth wave and stagnant vaccination rates. As the country and world looks towards another tumultuous fall and winter, employers are […]

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Liberals promising to protect employers mandating coronavirus vaccines

bwolfe — Thu, 09 Sep 2021 19:00:42 +0000

Amid the ongoing federal election campaign, the Liberal Party is promising to table legislation that would allow employers to request proof of a coronavirus vaccination without fear of a legal challenge. While few details were provided, the legislation would pertain to vaccination requirements for employees and customers, according to a press release. Read: Where do […]

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