New recreational marijuana law sparks renewed employer-labour strife
Oct 11, 2018National Post: The legalization of recreational marijuana next week is reopening old wounds and sparking new battles between employers and employees in high-risk jobs that could wind up in the court system.
A checklist for cannabis and being fit for work
Oct 11, 2018The Chronicle Herald: Will legalization of cannabis help or hurt employee health and productivity?
Human Resources Trends for 2019
Oct 11, 2018Our annual Trends in Human Resources survey canvasses Canadian employers on their priorities for the coming year, expected changes in compensation for 2019 and emerging issues that have the potential to impact the workplace.
Why consumers and workers need to understand the effects of cannabis
Oct 10, 2018The Globe and Mail: In a few days there will be another legal recreational drug available for Canadians of legal age to indulge in. Canada will be the first industrialized country in the world to legalize cannabis for recreational use.
Staples Canada focuses on mental health, pharmacogenetic testing
Oct 9, 2018Benefit Canada: As many organizations turn their focus to mental-health awareness in October, Staples Canada is reminding its employees they have help available if they need it.
The many reasons why you need to say ‘Thank You’
Oct 5, 2018The Globe and Mail: Two words in the English language when spoken authentically are among the most powerful phrases for promoting social connections: “Thank you.”
Minding the mental health of today’s students – tomorrow’s work force
Oct 4, 2018The Globe and Mail: By extending accommodation to students living with a mental health problem, universities and colleges will ensure they set out to join the work force with confidence in their capacity to succeed.
Protecting the protectors: Safeguarding the mental health of first responders
Oct 3, 2018The Globe and Mail: First responders form a unique and resilient work force. Safeguarding their mental health is integral to protecting and promoting the safety of our communities.
Hiring aspiring workers living with mental illness makes both sense and cents
Oct 2, 2018The Globe and Mail: Every week in Canada, half a million people call in sick because of a mental health problem or illness.
Options available for Canadians seeking mental health help who face financial barriers
Oct 2, 2018Global News: Mental health coverage varies widely in Canada, from minimal coverage to thousands of dollars a year.