Apr. 4, 2012


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Canadian Occupational Safety magazine joins Canadian HR Reporter
Canadian HR Reporter, online
Carswell acquires COS, a publication focused on health and safety professionals

Major changes needed for prosperous future: Report
Canadian HR Reporter, online
HRPA, Deloitte present 3 scenarios for Canada in 2025

Alberta's oil sands to increase workforce by 73 per cent by 2021: Report
Canadian HR Reporter, online
Supply of skilled workers 'very tight'

Canada scraps some skilled immigrant applications
Canadian HR Reporter, online
Most pre-2008 skilled worker applications to be returned

Canada eyes budget surplus in 3 years, big policy reforms
Canadian HR Reporter, online
Changes to pensions, immigration, regulatory reviews, R&D

Union sues grocery chain over social media policy
Canadian HR Reporter, News from the Global Workplace
Policy 'impermissibly vague, overbroad' and violates employees' rights: Union

After grad job slump, big hiring back at U.S. colleges
Canadian HR Reporter, News from the Global Workplace
Recruitment expected to climb 10.2 per cent in 2012



Todd HumberHere we grow again
Todd Humber, Editor's Blog
Teaming Canadian Occupational Safety magazine with Canadian HR Reporter a
winning combination


Brian KreisslWhy HR should learn more about marketing
Brian Kreissl, HR Polices & Practices
The link between marketing and strategy, employer branding, promoting HR services

                    

Jeffrey R. SmithCredit for righting a wrong
Jeffrey R. Smith, Employment Law
Recognizing, fixing a violation of employees' legal rights can lessen the damage

                    

Stuart RudnerGuidelines for using social media when hiring
Stuart Rudner, Canadian HR Law
Social media offers a wealth of information, but there are some rules employers
should keep in mind


Claudine KapelTackling rising benefit costs
Claudine Kapel, Compensation
Stronger focus on employee wellness, prevention seen as key

                                                

Dave CrispToo many women in HR?
Dave Crisp, Strategic HR
How long will we continue to ask this question?

                  

Harpaul SambhiThe social media conundrum
Harpaul Sambhi, Social HR
Where should the line be drawn between personal, professional worlds online?

                    



Videos

Federal budget update
Canadian HR Reporter
Annie Chong, manager of the payroll consulting group at Carswell, talks about the aspects of the March 29, 2012, federal budget that will affect payroll professionals. For a thorough look at budget changes click here.



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Employment Law

Juice cart violence
Canadian Employment Law Today, online
Care facility employee's work refusal dismissed because 'act does not address fears': Board


'I'm done' not a resignation: Adjudicator Subscriber-only content
Canadian Employment Law Today
Employer wasn't aware of medical note after employee said he couldn't work because of stress

Dismissal from restructuring, not targeting: Adjudicator Subscriber-only content
Canadian Employment Law Today
Dismissal candidates decided by higher-ups, consistent throughout organization


Health & Safety

Ontario's WSIB releases 2012-16 strategic plan
Canadian Safety Reporter, online
Financial integrity, talent management among priorities for 2012


WCB Nova Scotia consulting on review of living allowance rate
Canadian Safety Reporter, online
Current allowance $750 per month for living expenses near vocational rehab program


WorkSafe Saskatchewan presents 2012 safe worker and safe employer awards
Canadian Safety Reporter, online
Construction company and special care aide take home awards


WSIB mandatory for construction firms Subscriber-only content
Canadian Safety Reporter
New rules for 2013 will improve safety: Ontario government



Labour Relations

Air Canada machinists to fight anti-strike bill in court
Canadian Labour Reporter, online
Union says bill violates freedom of association under Canadian charter


Ontario should change farm worker laws: International Labour Organization
Canadian Labour Reporter, online
Organization concurs with human rights complaint, calls on province to change


Medical worker fired for breaching confidentiality Subscriber-only content
Canadian Labour Reporter
Grievor employed at hospital, posted photos taken in aftermath of patient suicide to
Facebook page — termination upheld

Collective agreements Subscriber-only content
Canadian Labour Reporter
The recent issue of Canadian Labour Reporter also features details on 4 collective agreements,
including Nichirin and Manitoba Health Care Employers. For a complete list of collective
agreements in the recent issue, see http://www.labour-reporter.com/issue.


Payroll

Minimum wage changes in 4 jurisdictions April 1
Canadian Payroll Reporter, online
Wages going up in N.B., N.S., P.E.I. and the Yukon

Federal budget payroll updates
Canadian Payroll Reporter, online
No changes to CPP contributions, future EI premium rates proposed

It pays to go to school Subscriber-only content
Canadian Payroll Reporter
College students getting formal education in industry represent new face of payroll


C-Suite

Net 9 per cent of execs planning staff additions in second quarter: Survey
Canadian HR Reporter
Least active hiring expected in HR



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
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M&As increase risk of anxiety: Study Subscriber-only content
Lack of control, job insecurity cause stress


After-hours emails, texts could be problematic for employers Subscriber-only content
Specific policies should clarify employer expectations, conditions


Award-winning training programs focus on interaction, flexibility, results Subscriber-only content
3 Canadian employers make Training magazine's international ranking of top 125


ALSO IN THE CURRENT ISSUE
  • Preventing Lean Six Sigma failures — HR should be first group to be trained, involved
  • Getting managers the kind of help they need — EAPs not always on leaders' radar
  • Formal mentorship programs connect baby boomers, gen-Y employees
  • Plus much more
  • READ THE CURRENT ISSUE ONLINE


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    Canadian HR Reporter, online
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    The nature of constructive dismissal in the wake of Evans v. Teamsters Local Union No. 31

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    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.
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    Senior Training Supervisor 26-Mar-12 ON-TIMMINS KIDD OPERATIONS - XSTRATA COPPER
    Regional Human Development Leader 26-Mar-12 ON-MISSISSAUGA Golder Associates
    Manager, Staffing and Recruitment 26-Mar-12 ON-NORTH YORK Ontario Teachers' Pension Plan
    Student Program Coordinator 26-Mar-12 ON-TORONTO Ontario Teachers' Pension Plan
    HUMAN RESOURCES CONSULTANT 26-Mar-12 ON-RICHMOND HILL York Central Hospital
    Human Resources Generalist, Store Operations 26-Mar-12 ON-VAUGHAN Longos Bros Fruit Markets
    Rewards Analyst 26-Mar-12 ON-MISSISSAUGA LABATT BREWERIES.
    Senior Recruiter 26-Mar-12 AB-CALGARY Nexen Inc.
    Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Coordinator 27-Mar-12 ON-OAKVILLE STANLEY BLACK AND DECKER
    Unpaid Internship - HR Recruitment 27-Mar-12 ON-MISSISSAUGA Supply Chain Management
    Assistant Director, HR Operations 27-Mar-12 ON-WATERLOO University of Waterloo
    Human Resources Workforce Analyst 27-Mar-12 ON-NORTH BAY ATOMIC ENERGY OF CANADA LIMITED -- AECL
    Human Resources Business Partner 27-Mar-12 ON-MISSISSAUGA Canon Canada Inc
    Corporate Resources Generalist 27-Mar-12 ON-TORONTO GWL Realty Advisors Inc.
    Human Resources Business Partner - P&C 27-Mar-12 ON-OTTAWA BMO FINANCIAL GROUP
    Human Resources Workforce Analyst 27-Mar-12 ON-NORTH BAY ATOMIC ENERGY OF CANADA LIMITED -- AECL
    HRSC Administrator 27-Mar-12 ON-MISSISSAUGA Sandvik Canada
    Recruitment Lead 27-Mar-12 AB-CALGARY REDROCK CAMPS INC.
    Human Resources Business Partner 28-Mar-12 ON-TORONTO Baycrest
    Sales Compensation Analyst 28-Mar-12 ON-TORONTO HUSKY INJECTION MOLDING SYSTEMS LTD.
    HRIS Analyst 28-Mar-12 ON-MISSISSAUGA Linde - Job number 903668
    HUMAN RESOUCES ADMINISTRATOR 28-Mar-12 ON-CONCORD VITRAN EXPRESS CANADA INC
    Benefits Specialist 29-Mar-12 ON-OTTAWA University of Ottawa
    Manager, Employee Relations 29-Mar-12 NU-IQALUIT Government of Nunavut
    Human Resources Consultant 29-Mar-12 ON-TORONTO SPECIALTY CARE INC.
    Bilingual Associate, Human Resources Business Partner 29-Mar-12 ON-OTTAWA Workplace Safety & Insurance Board
    HR Manager 29-Mar-12 ON-MISSISSAUGA Erin Park Lexus Toyota Scion
    Recruitment Specialist, People 29-Mar-12 ON-TORONTO Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment
    Senior Analyst - Human Resources 29-Mar-12 AB-CALGARY Nexen Inc.
    Human Resources Consultant 30-Mar-12 ON-NORTH YORK ING DIRECT
    Senior HR Generalist (Bilingual) 30-Mar-12 ON-MARKHAM Combined Insurance
    Disability Management Coordinator 30-Mar-12 ON-MISSISSAUGA Peel District School Board
    Senior Employee Relations Business Partner 30-Mar-12 ON-TORONTO BMO FINANCIAL GROUP
    Human Resources Coordinator 30-Mar-12 ON-MISSISSAUGA Peel Children's Centre
    HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGER 30-Mar-12 ON-TORONTO PERMANENT SEARCH GROUP
    Senior Benefits and Compensation Analyst 30-Mar-12 ON-TORONTO MCAP
    Manager, Global Learning and Development 30-Mar-12 ON-TORONTO KPMG Canada
    Human Resources Manager 30-Mar-12 ON-FERGUS Nexans Canada Inc.
    Consultant, Human Capital Management- 14 Month Contract 30-Mar-12 ON-TORONTO Oxford Properties Group
    HR Coordinator 30-Mar-12 ON-MILTON CWB Group- Industry Services
    Human Resource Administrator/Reception 30-Mar-12 ON-TORONTO HRPA Edge
    Manager, HRIS and Project Development 30-Mar-12 ON-TORONTO COMMUNITY LIVING TORONTO
    Attendance Support Officer 30-Mar-12 ON-MISSISSAUGA Peel District School Board
    Human Resources Generalist 02-Apr-12 ON- Michael Hill


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