August 2020 Statistics Canada Labour Report Analysis

Five months out from the closing of Canada’s economy due to COVID-19, the labour force is beginning to observe a gradual recovery and is demonstrating cautious corporate and social optimism for the future. The unemployment rate in August dropped slightly to 10.2%, as total employment grew by 1.4% (245,800) for a total of 17,731,700—bringing employment […]

Retail Safety During COVID-19

Retailers take dramatic steps to make their stores and public spaces safe during COVID-19, while emphasizing branding and ecommerce

Retailers take dramatic steps to make their stores and public spaces safe during COVID-19, while emphasizing branding and ecommerce

ABSP: Always Be Succession Planning

In the fast paced world of business, it can take long hours and intense focus just to keep up. Keeping up, however, is not enough. To remain relevant in the long term it is imperative to stay a few steps ahead, planning for paradigm shifting developments in technology, law and culture. This requires vision with […]

HR Trends with Judy Slutsky

Certified Human Resources Professional Judy Slutsky discusses the why, who and how-to’s of human resources.

Generalist vs Strategic Human Resources An In-house Generalist Human Resources Professional is typically responsible for the day-to-day management of Human Resources programs and the administration of policies and procedures. A Strategic Human Resources Professional can develop a Human Resources program that is aligned with the business’ strategic direction, develop leadership and employee skills and competencies, […]