Recent legislative updates in Ontario are placing greater focus on workplace washroom cleaning requirements—and employers should take note. As of July 1, 2025, employers must ensure that any washroom facilities provided to workers are clean
Workplace relationships are far more common than many employers realize! In fact, an ADP Canada survey found that nearly one-third of employees are currently, or have previously been, romantically involved with a coworker. Given how much time
As spring approaches, many organizations begin thinking about vacation coverage and project backlogs. At the same time, post-secondary students are actively searching for meaningful work opportunities that align with their studies. For employers, hiring a
Generative AI is transforming how Canadian businesses operate, but it isn’t replacing HR anytime soon. AI can streamline tasks, but it cannot replicate judgement, fairness, or genuine human interaction. The goal isn’t to remove HR,
As your business grows, you quickly realize that you need support. After all, there are only so many hours in the day to get it all done. One area where many organizations outsource is human
It goes without saying that you have a lot on your plate. From managing your team to overseeing your operations, there is always something to do. Amidst all that, many businesses find that they are
As of July 1, 2024, temporary help agencies and recruiters in Ontario are required to hold a license to operate. The Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development (MOL) is putting these new rules
If you have seen the movie The Devil Wears Prada, you will remember Andy’s first weeks at Runway Magazine. Her nervousness was exacerbated by the fact that she was thrown into the lion’s den. Andy received neither a formal orientation nor training and even got a scolding from the “Devil” (her boss) on her choice of footwear. If you were in Andy’s shoes (pun intended), what would you want as part of the on-boarding process at your new organization?
Promoting positive mental health in the workplace has become a primary concern for employers globally. Employers can ensure they are promoting mental health in the workplace by:
Assessing their level of support for mental health in the workplace.
Creating a culture of openness about workplace pressures and mental health
Reviewing all workplace policies/procedures and workload distributions.
Measuring employee mental health and work through employee surveys.
Workplace investigations are a legislated requirement for Ontario employers. All workers are entitled to a safe and healthy workplace and employers have an obligation to investigate any incidents or complaints of workplace violence and harassment.
