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Do I Need to Provide a Letter of Reference for an Ex-Employee?

January 21, 2016 | Work Environment and Policies

We often get asked whether managers need to provide a letter of reference for an ex-employee; the short answer is that it is a good idea.  This article provides insights as to why and guidelines to follow.

Navigating the 10 Leaves of Absence in Ontario

December 01, 2015 | Work Environment and Policies

There are 10 different types of Leave of Absences (LOAs) in Ontario to know about and your employees are entitled to take these unpaid, job-protected LOAs should the need arise.

Federal Election - What Are An Employer’s Obligations?

September 22, 2015 | Work Environment and Policies

Federal Election Day is coming up on October 19, 2015; this article sets out the obligations of Canadian employers.

5 Reasons to Start Giving Your New Hires Offer Letters (if you don’t already)

August 16, 2015 | Work Environment and Policies

Managing Director, Corina Sibley, has recently noticed an increase in instances where employees do not receive offer letters upon hire.  In this article she outlines 5 reasons why employers should be providing offer letters to new hires.

Job Satisfaction is Out; Happiness is In:  Help Your Employees Obtain Career Happiness

May 19, 2015 | Work Environment and Policies

Employee engagement goes beyond job satisfaction; happiness at work is key.  Are your employees happy in their career at your organization?  Tam Campbell Trant outlines how you can find out.

Employee Appreciation

April 13, 2015 | Work Environment and Policies

Showing appreciation to your employees doesn’t have to be a big ordeal or a huge production.  In fact, a little can go a long way.

Ontario Health & Safety Board Requirements: 7 Must Must Have Items

March 22, 2015 | Work Environment and Policies

The next time you’re walking past your bulletin boards, take a look at what’s posted.  You may see postings about new hires, accomplishments of people receiving service awards or thank you cards.  But are you seeing what you’re supposed to be seeing - by law?

2015 New Year’s Lunch and Team Meeting

January 14, 2015 | Work Environment and Policies

Instead of a holiday party in December, we decided on a New Year’s get together in January instead.

Are Your Employees Saving Enough for Retirement?

January 11, 2015 | Work Environment and Policies

Most Ontarians are not saving enough for retirement and up to 1.3 million workers in Ontario do not have access to a pension plan.  Employers should be aware that legislation has just been tabled to institute both an Ontario Retirement Pension Plan (ORPP) modelled on the federal CPP and a Pooled Retirement Pension Plan (PRPP).

3 Tips on How to Handle an Employee’s Absence Due to Illness

August 13, 2014 | Work Environment and Policies

Absenteeism due to illness can be a complex and difficult situation.  This month’s question in our Frequently Asked Questions Series of blogs provides 3 tips on how to handle.