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NEWS FROM THE
CANADIAN WORKPLACE

Jan 27, 2012
Is eligibility for Old Age Security benefits rising?
Prime Minister's speech at World Economic Forum sparks wave of speculation

Jan 27, 2012
StatsCan revisions show higher December jobs growth
Job losses less severe than originally estimated

Jan 27, 2012
Finding good candidates top recruitment challenge
Job boards still most popular source for candidates: Survey

Jan 26, 2012
Payroll earnings virtually unchanged from October to November: StatsCan
Average weekly hours down 0.3 per cent

Jan 26, 2012
Labour market downturn expected in early 2012
Compensation may not keep up with inflation: Survey

Jan 25, 2012
Nova Scotia minimum wage increasing to $10.15 on April 1
$9.65 for inexperienced workers

NEWS FROM THE
GLOBAL WORKPLACE

Jan 27, 2012
Fewer U.S. firms offering perks, incentives to CEOs: Survey
Hospitality, insurance, utilities executives seeing biggest decreases

Jan 26, 2012
U.S. jobless claims rise, but trend shows improvement
23.7 million Americans out of work, underemployed

Jan 25, 2012
Personal financial stress affecting employee performance: SHRM
One-half of U.S. firms providing financial education to employees

Jan 25, 2012
Middle managers in U.K. feeling the pressure
Economic downturn has many fearing for their jobs: CIPD

Jan 24, 2012
U.S. firms spending more on employee training, development: Survey
Formal classroom training, elearning being replaced by just-in-time, social learning

Jan 24, 2012
Euro zone may skirt recession with upturn in service sector
But overall economy still struggling

Current Issue

Regulatory HR bill reintroduced in Ontario
If passed, Bill 28 would increase protections for HR professionals, public
Firms divided on knowledge continuity programs: Survey
Storytelling, co-operative culture can help transfer knowledge
Employees behaving badly
Case of drunk RIM execs thrown off plane, fired, highlights need for policies around proper conduct
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Next Issue: Jan. 30, 2012

 

Conflict costly workplace issue if not properly managed by HR
Anticipating, identifying types of discord can help parties reach resolution

This new edition of Human Rights Policy in Ontario, 2011 Edition marks a milestone for human rights in the province. In 2011, the Ontario Human Rights Commission will celebrate 50 years building a climate of understanding and mutual respect for the dignity and worth of each person in Ontario.

New For 2011
This edition of Human Rights Policy in Ontario includes updates in all areas of the Code and introduces the Policy on human rights and rental housing–the first policy of its kind in Canada. It also contains an extensively revised Policy on preventing sexual and gender-based harassment.



Ruben Benmergui, HR consultant and author of Carswell's HR Audit Toolkit Online, discusses why audits are important and how they can provide HR with answers to critical business questions
The Canada Pension Plan is changing and adapting. Make sure your organization is ready to adapt as well.

Laurier Guimond, Senior Consultant, Canada Pension Plan Specialized Mobile Outreach Services, Service Canada
Date: Feb 15, 2012
Time: 12:00 - 1:00 p.m. ET
Cost: $69 + applicable taxes

Dealing with workplace harassment effectively can play a big role in fighting the increasing costs of stress claims

David Whitten, Whitten & Lublin
Date: Feb 22, 2012
Time: 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. ET
Cost: $69 + applicable taxes
What to do when bullies come to your workplace

Katherine Ford and Carissa Tanzola, Sherrard Kuzz LLP

Ontario Court of Appeal ruling opens possibility of liability for employers that intrude into employees’ private lives
Study offers insights on gaps that could be eroding commitment
Movement to curtail after-hours use of company-issued smartphones gaining momentum as concerns arise about unpaid overtime
Should termination be automatic for employee misconduct when there is a last chance agreement in effect?
Does it have to be either/or proposition?