Site Map for May 2011

Date
Title
May 31, 2011
B.C. Law Institute searches for the meaning of ‘family status’
May 31, 2011
Big fines too late for employee safety?
May 31, 2011
P.E.I. minimum wage increases
May 31, 2011
Small business tax breaks prevent job, economic growth: Study
May 31, 2011
Saudi government to limit work permits for foreigners
May 31, 2011
Australian labour unrest threatens industry: Business groups
May 31, 2011
Ontario allows mandatory retirement of firefighters at 60
May 31, 2011
Alberta internship program gives employers access to skilled individuals
May 31, 2011
B.C. social service workers vote to strike
May 31, 2011
Quebec media company must comply with collective agreement
May 31, 2011
Ontario reminds employers to keep the heat off workers
May 31, 2011
New CPR guidelines
May 30, 2011
Ontario confined spaces legislation consolidated
May 30, 2011
Canada Post carriers deliver 72-hour strike notice
May 30, 2011
Court clears way for government lawsuit against U.S. Steel
May 30, 2011
Reassignments violate seniority rights
May 30, 2011
Termination justified for insubordinate worker
May 30, 2011
Absenteeism moderates
May 30, 2011
Privatization of garbage collection ‘concerning’: union
May 30, 2011
Manitoba moves to protect employees' pensions
May 30, 2011
Nearly 8-in-10 employers in legal field planning bonuses, raises: Survey
May 30, 2011
Many DB plan sponsors committed for long haul: Study
May 30, 2011
Nearly 1-in-4 U.S. workers can’t afford vacation: Survey
May 30, 2011
Court clears way for government lawsuit against U.S. steel
May 30, 2011
The verdict is in: Compensation rising at law firms
May 27, 2011
Minimum wage going up in Manitoba
May 27, 2011
Public sector employment up 0.3 per cent in first quarter: StatsCan
May 27, 2011
Young workers disengaged by pressures of work: Survey
May 27, 2011
Record high DC plan participation among U.S. employees: Study
May 27, 2011
Air Canada unions fight pension changes together
May 27, 2011
CFIB applauds Regina’s public pension reform
May 27, 2011
Helping employees deal with shiftwork
May 27, 2011
Ontario mining blitz to start in June
May 26, 2011
Nova Scotia increases OHS fines
May 26, 2011
Department of National Defence to cut 2,100 jobs
May 26, 2011
Payroll earnings increased in March from February: StatsCan
May 26, 2011
Nearly one-third of U.S. companies don’t have succession plan
May 26, 2011
More employers linking raises, bonuses to performance
May 26, 2011
Manitoba minimum wage to rise in October
May 26, 2011
More than 1-in-5 Quebec workers dishonest about reasons for absenteeism
May 26, 2011
Minimum wage rising to $9.50 in Saskatchewan in September
May 26, 2011
Nova Scotia increases health and safety fines
May 25, 2011
Generational differences: Don't believe the hype
May 25, 2011
Being at work: A necessary job requirement?
May 25, 2011
Work absences down slightly: StatsCan
May 25, 2011
Work absences down slightly: StatsCan
May 25, 2011
‘Overwhelming’ support for official Work From Home Day
May 25, 2011
Employers must coach young people in rules of working life: Study
May 25, 2011
Global recovery firmly underway but surrounded by risks, says OECD
May 25, 2011
Strike votes take place across the country
May 24, 2011
Second round of job action for Saskatchewan teachers
May 24, 2011
Ontario targets conveyor belts in safety inspections
May 24, 2011
Explosion at China iPad factory highlights lax safety landscape
May 24, 2011
Minimum wage going up in Saskatchewan
May 24, 2011
B.C. helps employers with staff training
May 23, 2011
Home Depot bans pets in stores after dog attack
May 23, 2011
Specialty drugs, biologics have side effects for employers – soaring costs
May 23, 2011
Quebec certifies work-life balance
May 23, 2011
Top HR pros honoured in Alberta
May 23, 2011
News Briefs
May 23, 2011
Questions relating to personal attributes preferred: Survey
May 23, 2011
Paper mill worker’s firing cuts too deep (Legal view)
May 23, 2011
HR professionals, nominate thyself (Editor’s notes)
May 23, 2011
Peanuts and perfume: Employer obligations when it comes to allergies (Toughest HR question)
May 23, 2011
My personal case for working from home (guest commentary)
May 23, 2011
Managing ‘moment of truth’ at call centres (guest commentary)
May 23, 2011
Long service saves worker from termination
May 23, 2011
Termination disproportionate, worker reinstated
May 23, 2011
5 themes to focus on when talking pensions
May 23, 2011
Filling those niche roles
May 23, 2011
CEOs Talk
May 23, 2011
Women in leadership a ‘business imperative’
May 23, 2011
Wages frozen at Alberta government
May 23, 2011
Voisey’s Bay commission issues recommendations
May 20, 2011
Consumer Price Index, April 2011
May 20, 2011
Global firms to make workforce health priority: Survey
May 20, 2011
Canadian inflation stagnant at 3.3 per cent in April
May 20, 2011
Manitoba kicks off road safety campaign
May 20, 2011
Immigrant selection process should focus on job offers: Fraser Institute
May 20, 2011
Employers finding it hard to fill key jobs: Survey
May 20, 2011
Ontario to launch registry for personal support workers
May 20, 2011
Top marks for payroll professionals
May 20, 2011
ADP appoints new president and chief operating officer
May 19, 2011
Employment insurance rolls drop 3 per cent
May 19, 2011
N.L. paper mill receives $4.3 million for training
May 19, 2011
Majority of Canadians 50-plus expect to live longer on less
May 19, 2011
Personal satisfaction greatest benefit of mentoring: Survey
May 19, 2011
HR support critical for surviving the recession: Survey
May 19, 2011
Employers slow to react to rising drug costs: Survey
May 19, 2011
Distracted driving ban in N.B. takes effect June 6
May 19, 2011
U.S. jobless claims fall more than expected
May 19, 2011
Men equally concerned with work-life integration: Study
May 19, 2011
Distracted driving ban in N.B. takes effect June 6
May 19, 2011
Manitoba seeks feedback from health and safety committees
May 19, 2011
More than one-half of U.S. employers cannot find right talent
May 19, 2011
Sex: Do international bodies look the other way?
May 19, 2011
Air Canada pilots reject airline’s most recent offer
May 18, 2011
Ontario MPP calls for inquiry into year-long Vale strike
May 18, 2011
Postal workers nearing strike deadline of May 24
May 18, 2011
Ontario’s overhaul of workplace safety passes
May 18, 2011
P.E.I. looking for feedback on WCB policies
May 18, 2011
N.Y. governor aims to squeeze pensions for new hires
May 18, 2011
Ontario’s overhaul of workplace safety passes
May 18, 2011
P.E.I. mulls regulation for health professionals
May 18, 2011
Government of Saskatchewan, First Nations launch task force
May 18, 2011
CAs optimistic about economy: Survey
May 18, 2011
Starbucks sued for firing dwarf
May 17, 2011
B.C. mushroom farm operators plead guilty to safety violations in deaths of three workers, injury to two others
May 17, 2011
When is a resignation final?
May 17, 2011
Handling workplace gossip
May 17, 2011
Is Big Brother allowed to be watching at work?
May 17, 2011
Managing talent through employment branding
May 17, 2011
Fender bender crashes truck driver’s job
May 17, 2011
Paper mill worker’s firing cuts too deep
May 17, 2011
CRA posts draft payroll deductions formulas for computer programs
May 17, 2011
Freedom of expression versus responsibility to employer
May 17, 2011
Layoff due to financial troubles, not discrimination
May 17, 2011
Employee with bad attitude deserved firing but also severance
May 17, 2011
New tool helps construction industry connect with immigrant workers
May 17, 2011
Accommodation of pregnant worker has complications
May 17, 2011
Sloppy work most annoying office behaviour: Survey
May 17, 2011
Immigrants help firms grow locally, globally: Survey
May 17, 2011
Cuba further loosens regulation of private sector
May 17, 2011
Alberta's volunteer firefighters could get presumptive cancer coverage
May 17, 2011
Conducting more effective meetings
May 17, 2011
Toronto city council debates privatizing garbage pickup
May 16, 2011
Toronto airport limo drivers can return to work: Labour Board
May 16, 2011
Termination excessive for workplace scuffle
May 16, 2011
Termination warranted for job abandonment
May 16, 2011
Length of many contracts this week is short
May 16, 2011
Dockers get eight-year deal that adds perks for women
May 16, 2011
WorkSafeBC reports surplus of $672 million for 2010
May 16, 2011
More U.S. workers losing weight at work: Survey
May 16, 2011
Alberta report touts successes of newcomer initiatives
May 16, 2011
Information overload drags executives down: Survey
May 16, 2011
Sun Life partners with Richard Ivey School of Business for wellness study
May 16, 2011
Canada’s tax and social security burden relatively low: OECD report
May 13, 2011
Contributions to pension plans at record high in 2009: StatsCan
May 13, 2011
Employee recognition programs remain a priority: Survey
May 13, 2011
Conference Board launches alliance for sustainable health care
May 13, 2011
Retaining, recruiting top talent key priorities for employers in 2011
May 13, 2011
Ontario safety campaign focuses on low-rise residential construction
May 13, 2011
Alberta minister concerned about outcome of forklift safety campaign
May 13, 2011
Alberta government workers accept collective agreement
May 13, 2011
Women report disparity in pay, career advancement
May 12, 2011
HR execs give mixed grades to leadership pipelines
May 12, 2011
Voisey’s Bay panel recommends mandatory labour-management committees
May 12, 2011
New adult abuse registry proposed in Manitoba
May 12, 2011
Canadian companies spending $200 million per week on drugs: White paper
May 12, 2011
Nova Scotia minimum wage hike out of line with reality: Restaurant association
May 12, 2011
A little bit of conversation can be expensive
May 11, 2011
Nova Scotia minimum wage going up
May 11, 2011
Nova Scotia minimum wage going up
May 11, 2011
Most workers looking for dream job: Survey
May 11, 2011
Pharmaceutical industry best for working moms: U.S. survey
May 11, 2011
Quebec bus drivers reach collective agreement
May 11, 2011
More than 6-in-10 workers comfortable negotiating with new employer: Survey
May 11, 2011
'Green 30' employers see higher engagement: Survey
May 10, 2011
Digital skills development number one economic recovery policy
May 10, 2011
Jobseekers nervous about personal content online
May 10, 2011
Ontario railway workers ratify collective agreement
May 10, 2011
Managing employees on disability
May 10, 2011
Saskatchewan holds consultations on OHS legislative amendments
May 10, 2011
3-in-5 workers laid off last year found new jobs: U.S. survey
May 10, 2011
Age, gender a factor with recognition satisfaction: Survey
May 10, 2011
Australian budget targets shortage of workers
May 10, 2011
Minimum wage, flexibility among employment standards recommendations from B.C.
May 10, 2011
My personal case for working from home
May 10, 2011
Supreme Court of Canada upholds Ontario law denying unions for agricultural workers
May 09, 2011
Mandatory retirement age proposed for Ontario firefighters
May 09, 2011
‘Dragon’ slays crowd at BC HRMA (Editor’s notes)
May 09, 2011
How can HR metrics help companies grow? (Toughest HR question)
May 09, 2011
Forecasting a brave new world (Guest commentary)
May 09, 2011
Town of Richmond Hill, The Redwood among organizations recognized for diversity
May 09, 2011
Aligning performance goals with shareholder value top compensation challenge
May 09, 2011
Workers more likely to call in sick after stressful day
May 09, 2011
Women missing from boardrooms
May 09, 2011
New plan to build Aboriginal participation in Alberta’s workforce
May 09, 2011
Manitoba honours best in HR
May 09, 2011
Telework could save billions: Study
May 09, 2011
News briefs
May 09, 2011
Rising number of disability complaints tops list of discrimination beefs: CHRC
May 09, 2011
Drug-addicted nurse reinstated after stealing drugs from work (Legal view)
May 09, 2011
Students predict world of work in 2040
May 09, 2011
Business acumen critical for HR: Survey
May 09, 2011
OD losing momentum: Survey
May 09, 2011
The sudden rise of the counter-offer
May 09, 2011
Saying ‘thank you’ doesn’t hurt budget
May 09, 2011
The power and potential of a chief learning officer
May 09, 2011
Striving for simplicity with incentive pay
May 09, 2011
Variable pay has its ups and downs
May 09, 2011
Apps for applicants
May 09, 2011
‘Go West, young man’
May 09, 2011
WorkSafeBC makes decision on occupational exposure limits
May 09, 2011
Grievance arbitration: Current standards and how to improve the system
May 09, 2011
Windsor garbage collectors vote ‘no’ to union representation
May 09, 2011
Workers terminated for theft of returned drinks
May 09, 2011
Firing too harsh for failure to follow policy
May 09, 2011
School workers get short deal
May 09, 2011
Charter ruling challenges protection of bargaining
May 09, 2011
Public sector, women push growth in pension membership
May 09, 2011
Employee engagement – killers and cures
May 06, 2011
Employment and Unemployment by Province and Age, April 2011
May 06, 2011
Canada experiences job growth in April
May 06, 2011
New Brunswick announces mental health action plan
May 06, 2011
Saskatoon to lead economic growth in 2011: Conference Board
May 06, 2011
Employment picks up steam in April
May 06, 2011
One-half of employers feel recognition has no effect on employee morale
May 06, 2011
Employment picks up steam in April
May 05, 2011
Alberta releases action plan to keep people working longer
May 05, 2011
Fired truck driver should have accepted old job back
May 05, 2011
Layoff didn’t breach loan repayment plan in contract: Court
May 05, 2011
Quebec arbitrator sets limits on checking employee emails
May 05, 2011
Pushing the envelope gets Canada Post carrier fired
May 05, 2011
New job duties on a trial basis for same pay
May 05, 2011
What constitutes a workplace accident?
May 05, 2011
Addicted nurse reinstated after stealing drugs
May 05, 2011
Hospital chokes on employee’s porn viewing
May 05, 2011
Many grads have unrealistic job expectations: Survey
May 05, 2011
Survey takes pulse of wellness programs
May 05, 2011
U.S. leaders not meeting expectations: Survey
May 05, 2011
Working moms who are sole providers earn much less than men: Survey
May 05, 2011
Data signals weakness in U.S. recovery in April
May 05, 2011
Alberta firefighters get enhanced WCB cancer coverage
May 05, 2011
Quebec union sues employer after it closes one of its stores
May 05, 2011
Collective agreement breaches Human Rights Code
May 04, 2011
Manitoba introduces new essential service legislation
May 04, 2011
Montreal union forced to share offer details with members
May 04, 2011
News briefs: OHS news from across Canada and around the world
May 04, 2011
Resource corner: A directory of online OHS tools and information
May 04, 2011
Saskatchewan to lower generic drug prices
May 04, 2011
Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) designation
May 04, 2011
Manitoba to improve safety for health care workers
May 04, 2011
2 in 3 American employees looking for new job: Survey
May 04, 2011
U.S. private sector adds 179,000 jobs in April
May 04, 2011
Nova Scotia moves to protect foreign workers
May 04, 2011
Canadian companies to rely more on emerging markets: Survey
May 04, 2011
Employers lack formal wellness strategies
May 04, 2011
Mind the gap
May 04, 2011
Finding time, money in payroll process requires a new perspective
May 04, 2011
ADP quarterly profit up 5 per cent
May 03, 2011
Increasing B.C.’s minimum wage will mean lost jobs: Report
May 03, 2011
Does an employer have the right to snoop on its own computers?
May 03, 2011
Religion in the workplace
May 03, 2011
New tool to strengthen personal data security
May 03, 2011
Stanley Cup activities at work get mixed reviews
May 03, 2011
Economic slowdown top business risk worldwide: Survey
May 03, 2011
NAOSH Week puts the focus on workplace safety
May 03, 2011
Mental health, addiction in the workplace
May 03, 2011
Saskatchewan teachers hold one-day walkout Thursday
May 02, 2011
Saskatchewan healthcare workers ask for binding arbitration
May 02, 2011
Firing for workplace prank that crossed line
May 02, 2011
Reinstatement conditional for safety violation
May 02, 2011
News in brief: A look at news, facts and figures shaping the world of safety professionals
May 02, 2011
Alberta study looking at affects of trades on female health
May 02, 2011
Keeping youth safe in the workplace
May 02, 2011
Book to promote workplace safety with Canadian stories
May 02, 2011
Should employers accommodate allergies?
May 02, 2011
Nova Scotia Assn. of Health Organizations (representing 40 hospitals under nine District Health Authorities)
May 02, 2011
Nurses accept short contract
May 02, 2011
B.C. Supreme Court ruling on bargaining rights significant
May 02, 2011
Alberta’s workplace fatality rate up 24 per cent
May 02, 2011
One-half of working moms not satisfied with career: Survey
May 02, 2011
Men and women ‘worlds apart’ in hunt for perfect job: Survey
May 02, 2011
Middle-income earners to face shorfall in retirement: IRPP
May 02, 2011
Nova Scotia launches new immigration strategy
May 02, 2011
Changing pay periods? Focus on communication, lead time
May 02, 2011
Calculating tax deductions on vacation pay
May 02, 2011
News in brief: A look at news, facts and figures shaping the world of payroll professionals
May 02, 2011
Legislative roundup: Changes in payroll laws and regulations from across Canada
May 02, 2011
Quebec businesses required to make pay-equity disclosure