Human Resources

Human Resources

Nine Best HR Hacks That Every Business Needs to Know

Efficient, lean HR teams and innovative hiring ideas can provide for the staffing of efficient employees in the most affordable ways. The methods—or innovative hacks—also save time so that the HR professionals and teams can focus on other employee engagement programs and cultural initiatives.

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Engaging Employees in Your Customer Experience Strategy

The linkage between employee engagement and experience and the customer experience has been proven. It’s real, and your employees matter.

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Discrimination on the Basis of Addiction? Not Where Employee Capable of Complying with Workplace Rules

In a decision released on June 15, 2017, the Supreme Court of Canada has held that an employer did not discriminate against an employee when it terminated his employment for failing to disclose his use of cocaine.

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Changes to Unpaid Leave Periods in British Columbia

Amendments to the Employment Standards Act (ESA) in 2019 and 2020 have introduced new job protected leave periods as set out below.

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Global Skills Strategy and Short-Term Work Permit Exemptions

In June 2017, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (“IRCC”) guaranteed faster processing for certain work permit applications.

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When Volunteers are “Workers”: 5 Key Ways to Effectively Manage OHS Risk

Volunteers. Volunteerism. They both matter. Without them Canadian society would suffer. But, when are volunteers “workers” for the purpose of OHS legislation? What is the effect of this? How do you keep volunteers safe and otherwise manage risk effectively? What, in fact, are the risks?  These are questions that we have been asked and are happy to answer.

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Hiring People with Disabilities: An Employer’s Testimonial

If your business needs an individual to make a connection to your customers, I would encourage you to consider hiring someone with a disability. It can be difficult for someone with a disability to find employment and they are generally under-represented in the workforce. It will be a decision that will benefit your customers, employees and your overall business.

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Following Your Passion in Thompson Okanagan’s Tourism Industry

For many of us born between about 1945 and 1962, it may be a point where we think about the next chapter in life. Retirement offers a chance to start something new – perhaps in the form of a new, vibrant job where you can continue earning income while still learning, enjoying social interaction, and sharing your knowledge and experience.

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Exploring a Career in Thompson Okanagan’s Tourism Industry

Want adventure but struggling to balance a job with your active lifestyle? Perhaps you’ve just graduated and are looking for a change of scenery? Or searching for a way to advance your career in tourism and hospitality?

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Promote Your Seasonal Jobs to International Mobile Young Workers

Do you have lots of seasonal jobs to fill? Promote your jobs to international youth who have Canadian Working Holiday Visas in hand and are eager to come to BC to travel and work for you!