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B.C. NDP Government Reverses Course and Will Bring in “Card Check” Unionization
In a dramatic reversal of policy and without consultation, the BC NDP has announced on April 6, 2022 that it will pass legislation that will allow unions to be “certified” and thus become the sole authorized representatives of an entire group of employees based only on showing 55% have signed a union card (known as “card check”).
How To Properly Structure A Signing Bonus
Employers therefore need to carefully consider how they structure any signing bonus and consider adding terms that require employees to repay the signing bonus in some situations.
5 Tips to Do What You Love and Love What You Do
February – an ideal time to revisit your New Year’s Resolutions and focus on finding out what you love and how you can do more of it.
Working from Home – Personal vs. Workplace Injury
Remote working arrangements present many new challenges for employers and employees. In addition to internet connectivity, ‘Zoom fatigue’, productivity, and flagging morale, employers have to consider workplace health and safety requirements for home offices.
British Columbia Government Mandates 5 Paid Sick Days
The BC government has announced that, starting January 1st, 2022, all employees who have completed 90 consecutive calendar days of employment will be entitled to 5 days of paid leave per “employment year” for any personal illness or injury.
6 Steps on How to Re-Open Your Office
After almost 2 years of working remotely companies are starting to think about re-opening their offices to employees and customers. Businesses and some of their employees are contacting us for guidance on how to safely bring people back into the office.
Leadership Development in a Hybrid Work Environment
Over the past 18 months we have seen leaders adapt their styles to manage remote teams. Now as we enter another phase, leaders are asking how do I lead in a hybrid work environment, what do I need to focus on to be an amazing leader in this new world of work?
Vacation Requests
As the light at the end of the tunnel gets closer and closer, there is a lot of “buzz” around offices and in social circles about where people want to go for their vacation and submitting their vacation requests. With restrictions being lifted and more of the population being vaccinated there is a lot of pent-up demand for travel.
What 422,000 Employees Said Are the Benefits That Matter Most in a Pandemic
Creative perks can make a company a fun place to work, but this past year, many of the nation’s top employers swapped the fully stocked fridges and the in-office fraps with mental health days and subscriptions to wellness apps.