Feb. 15, 2012

Canadian HR Newswire
Subscribe



News

Pension changes likely in 2020-25: Flaherty
Canadian HR Reporter, online
To involve more than 1 federal budget

Ontario regulatory HR bill to receive second reading March 1: HRPA
Canadian HR Reporter, online
If passed, Bill 28 would regulate HRPA members in manner similar to accountants

Labour minister urges Air Canada, pilots' union to continue talks
Canadian Labour Reporter, online
Legal lockout or strike possible now that 'cooling off' period expired

Cover letters still valuable in hiring process: Survey
Canadian HR Reporter, online
Still common to receive cover letters electronically

RRSPs more popular with men, TFSAs with women
Canadian HR Reporter, online
More men saving for retirement by age 34: RBC

One-half of employers don't have policies welcoming new Canadians: Survey
Canadian HR Reporter, online
IEPs, employers disagree on effectiveness of diversity programs

Few Canadians willing to relocate overseas
Canadian HR Reporter, online
Most would be motivated by better pay: Survey

Spain cuts severance costs in new labour reform
Canadian HR Reporter, News from the Global Workplace
Reform also provides incentives for hiring young workers


Todd HumberIn praise of the cover letter
Todd Humber, Editor's Blog
Cover letters are a must when applying for a job — just don't be 'that Wall Street guy'

                 

Brian KreisslEmployers should 'friend' social media in the workplace
Brian Kreissl, HR Polices & Practices
Managing risks with appropriate policies and safeguards

                 

Jeffrey R. SmithRolling the dice on safety
Jeffrey R. Smith, Employment Law
Should dismissal be automatic for safety-sensitive employees who knowingly
ignore safety guidelines?


Stuart RudnerHow not to conduct an investigation and dismissal
Stuart Rudner, Canadian HR Law
B.C. employer's termination of long-time worker results in $85,000 in punitive, aggravated damages


Claudine KapelDo pension plans really matter?
Claudine Kapel, Compensation
In turbulent economic times, employees value income security

                             

Dave CrispWish I'd said it: Why hate HR?
Dave Crisp, Strategic HR
With continually better arguments, is it time to put a foot down?

                 


Videos

Bill 28: Update on the legislation to regulate HR professionals in Ontario
Canadian HR Reporter
Bill Greenhalgh, CEO of the Human Resources Professionals Association (HRPA), talks about the status of Bill 28, why the legislation is necessary and the reaction from HRPA members



SEE MORE VIDEOS

Employment Law

Termination under employment standards doesn't preclude common law notice award: Court
Canadian Employment Law Today, online
Employer argued automatic termination under ESA after lengthy layoff didn't warrant
additional award for reasonable notice


Limiting public workers' right to strike unconstitutional: Sask. court
Canadian Employment Law Today, online
Judge says law doesn't give employees adequate dispute resolution process

Workplace bullying: A clear and present danger Subscriber-only content
Canadian Employment Law Today
Employment law expert David Whitten takes a look at workplace bullying and the importance
of HR departments taking proactive action to nip it in the bud before and when it becomes a
problem in the workplace

Employee fired after anger management ruse Subscriber-only content
Canadian Employment Law Today
Canada Post worker claimed chats with social worker friend were counselling sessions


Health & Safety

New president and CEO of WorkSafeNB appointed
Canadian Safety Reporter, online
Gerard Adams will begin 5-year term Feb. 27


WCB Manitoba opens new office in Brandon
Canadian Safety Reporter, online
Office will provide initial adjudication of claims and case management functions


Supervisors have critical role in worker safety Subscriber-only content
Canadian Safety Reporter
Front-line managers communicate policies, are first to be blamed when things go wrong



Labour Relations

Toronto outside workers ratify new contract
Canadian Labour Reporter, online
Workers will receive 4.5 per cent increase over 4 years


Unions, government return to court in $28-billion challenge
Canadian Labour Reporter, online
Unions, pensioners want government to acknowledge 'equitable' interest


Laid-off Quebec miners awarded $900,000 in back pay
Canadian Labour Reporter, online
2-year dispute concluded after workers joined larger union

Interest arbitration under fire in era of fiscal restraint Subscriber-only content
Canadian Labour Reporter
Principle of replication, choice of comparators resulting in awards critics claim are too large

Collective agreements Subscriber-only content
Canadian Labour Reporter
The recent issue of Canadian Labour Reporter also features details on 6 collective agreements, including the Halifax Regional Library Board, City of Ottawa (OC Transpo) and Olymel.
For a complete list of collective agreements in the recent issue, see
http://www.labour-reporter.com/issue.


Payroll

Ontario unveils hours of work and overtime tool
Canadian Payroll Reporter, online
Tool to help employers comply with Employment Standards Act

4th time the charm for payroll professional Subscriber-only content
Canadian Payroll Reporter
Cindy Forget dabbled in law, HR and admin world before settling on payroll


C-Suite

5 steps leaders should take to engage workers Subscriber-only content
Canadian HR Reporter
Leveraging passion, enthusiasm leads to invested, loyal and motivated workforce



Current Issue

Here are highlights from the current issue of Canadian HR Reporter. Only subscribers to the print edition of Canadian HR Reporter have access to these stories. Not a subscriber? Click here to start
your subscription today.

Caution still reigns with salary forecasts Subscriber-only content
Some employers downgrade budgets predicted last summer, but there are signs of optimism


People with episodic disabilities valuable talent Subscriber-only content
Flex-time, different work duties, private space at work among common accommodations: Report


Vale must open its gates to fired worker: Board Subscriber-only content
Union vice-president, terminated during strike, banned from company property


ALSO IN THE CURRENT ISSUE
  • Playing games on the job helps Ontario firm improve sales calls
  • What to do with OAS eligibility?
  • Are hybrid pension plans the answer?
  • Plus much more
  • READ THE CURRENT ISSUE ONLINE


    Calendar

    Browse 100s of HR-related events online
    Canadian HR Reporter, online
    The online calendar of events features detailed listings of upcoming events, including conferences, seminars, webinars and more in a wide range of HR disciplines, including pensions, payroll, health and safety, and employment law. Holding an event? You can list it in the online calendar for free — simply go to the calendar page and click "Add an Event."



    Webinars

    The Rise of Workplace Stress and Harassment Claims: What Employers Can Do
    Dealing with workplace harassment effectively can play a big role in fighting the
    increasing costs of stress claims

    Presenter: David Whitten, Whitten & Lublin
    Date: Feb. 22, 2012
    Time: 12:00 — 1:00 p.m. ET
    Cost: $69 + applicable taxes
    REGISTER TODAY

    Key Considerations to Drafting and Enforcing Employment Policies
    Make sure your organization's policies are a useful tool rather than a liability

    Presenters: Sundeep Gokhale and Adrian Bilyk, Sherrard Kuzz LLP
    Date: Feb. 29, 2012
    Time: 12:00 — 1:00 p.m. ET
    Cost: $69 + applicable taxes
    REGISTER TODAY

    Managing Employee Leaves
    Practical tips and best practices employers can use to protect their interests when
    employees go on leave

    Presenters: Lorenzo Lisi and Elizabeth Duncan, Sherrard Kuzz LLP
    Time: On demand
    Cost: $69 + applicable taxes
    VIEW NOW


    Bookstore

    LT EditorPreventing Workplace Meltdown: An Employer's Guide to Maintaining a Psychologically Safe Workplace
    A Carswell Implementation Guide

    This book is about mental injuries in the workplace — what they are, how to
    assess the risks of their occurrence, how to prevent legal liability for them and
    how to create psychologically safe workplaces. Mental injury at work has become a recognized category of harm in the law over the last 15 years and every year it becomes more important for employers to understand what it is and how to prevent it. In this book, the authors combine their perspectives on the legal imperative to provide a psychologically safe work environment with strategies and stories that come from actual experiences in the field of workplace mental health.

    By sharing the worst case scenario — being held legally liable for causing mental injury to an employee — along with the successful approaches used by others, you will learn what to avoid as well as practical strategies to prevent problems. About the author     Order Today



    HR Jobs

    HIRE AUTHORITY - JOB BOARD
    The Hire Authority job board is an exclusive site for human resources positions in Canada, available for free to members of the HRPA.
    Job Title Posting Date Job Location Company Name
    Senior Employee & Labour Relations Advisor 27-Jan-12 ON-KINGSTON Queen's University 
    HR Business Partner 7-Feb-12 ON-TORONTO Dyson Ltd
    WSIB Specialist, Greater Ontario 10-Feb-12 ON-GUELPH Purolator Inc.
    Senior Manager, Human Resources  9-Feb-12 ON-NEWMARKET Central CCAC
    Human Resources Administrator (Contract) 10-Feb-12 ON-ALLISTON Honda Trading Canada Inc.
    SENIOR MANAGER, HUMAN RESOURCES 8-Feb-12 ON- TD Bank Financial Group
    Human Resources Associate 10-Feb-12 ON-OAKVILLE HUB International
    Human Resources Manager 6-Feb-12 ON-TORONTO GMCR Canada
    Human Resources Coordinator 7-Feb-12 ON-TORONTO VHA Home HealthCare
    HUMAN RESOURCE GENERALIST  9-Feb-12 ON-TORONTO AECON 
    National Manager, Talent Acquisition 8-Feb-12 ON-TORONTO BDO Canada LLP
    HR Specialist 7-Feb-12 ON-TORONTO Vistek
    Industrial Relations Advisor 9-Feb-12 ON-TIMMINS Xstrata Copper - Kidd Operations
    Human Resources Advisor  10-Feb-12 ON-CONCORD Magna Exteriors and Interiors Corp.
    Manager, HRMS & Employee Records 6-Feb-12 ON-TORONTO THE HOSPITAL FOR SICK CHILDREN
    Benefits Administrator 11-Feb-12 ON-CAMBRIDGE REVERA INC
    Director of Human Resources 7-Feb-12 ON-PETERBOROUGH Kawartha Haliburton Children's Aid Society
    Human Resources Advisor 7-Feb-12 ON-TORONTO Legal Aid Ontario
    Board Member 6-Feb-12 ON-OAKVILLE CWSDS
    Human Resources Assistant 7-Feb-12 ON-GUELPH St. Joseph's Health Centre
    Human Resources Coordinator 10-Feb-12 ON-TORONTO Infusion
    Benefits Advisor 9-Feb-12 ON-GUELPH The Co-operators
    Talent Acquisition Specialist 8-Feb-12 ON-MISSISSAUGA INVESTMENT PLANNING COUNSEL INC.
    Sr. Organizational Design Consultant 8-Feb-12 ON-TORONTO BMO FINANCIAL GROUP
    Senior Human Resources Advisor, Canada Council for the Arts 9-Feb-12 ON-OTTAWA Canada Council for the Arts
    Change Management Specialist 10-Feb-12 ON-TORONTO Enbridge Gas Distribution
    Human Resources Advisor - Call Center 6-Feb-12 ON-NORTH YORK ROGERS COMMUNICATIONS INC.
    Human Resources Coordinator 9-Feb-12 ON-BRANTFORD Brant Haldimand Norfolk CDSB
    International Payroll Specialist 10-Feb-12 ON-TORONTO Sherritt International 
    Employee Relations Consultant 10-Feb-12 ON-KINGSTON Providence Care
    HR Bridging Program Coordinator 7-Feb-12 ON-MARKHAM Job Skills
    Human Resources Manager 8-Feb-12 ON-PETERBOROUGH Tri-County Community Support Services
    People Resources Director, Ontario & Eastern Canada  8-Feb-12 ON-TORONTO McDonald's Restaurants of Canada Limited
    Human Resources Coordinator - Laboratory Services 9-Feb-12 ON-MISSISSAUGA CML HEALTHCARE INC.
    Senior Manager, Total Rewards 8-Feb-12 ON-TORONTO BDO Canada LLP
    Rewards Analyst 6-Feb-12 ON-MISSISSAUGA LABATT BREWERIES.
    HR Generalist  Bilingual 7-Feb-12 ON-OTTAWA Canada Employment & Immigration Union (CEIU)
    Talent Acquisition Specialist 6-Feb-12 ON-BRAMPTON City of brampton 
    Human Resource Manager  8-Feb-12 ON-TORONTO Aga Khan Museum 
    Human Resources Assistant 8-Feb-12 ON-TORONTO CANADIAN MEMORIAL CHIROPRACTIC COLLEGE


    Follow Canadian HR Reporter on:

    You are receiving this e-mail as part of your registration on hrreporter.com
    Please do NOT reply to this email.
    To remove yourself from this list, click here.
    To manage your email, click here.
    To contact Customer Relations, click here.
    To contact Technical Support, click here.
    For queries related to the content, click here.
    Privacy PolicyAbout Canadian HR Reporter

    Published by Thomson Reuters Canada Ltd. 2012