By Cedric Gallant | Nunatsiaq News The union representing Nunavik school teachers is planning a strike that will affect four school days starting …
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FeaturedLabour Relations
One bargaining unit: Union representing B.C. Starbucks workers wins case at labour board
By Isaac Phan Nay | The Tyee The union organizing some B.C. Starbucks coffee shops scored a win at the BC Labour Relations …
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Parental leave paradox: Why women who take longer leaves face career penalties in men-dominated fields
By Ivona Hideg, York University, Canada; Anja Krstic, York University, Canada; Raymond Nam Cam Trau, Macquarie University, and Yujie Zhan, Wilfrid Laurier …
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Artificial Intelligence (AI)Featured
Businesses can’t escape the AI revolution – so here’s how to build a culture of safe and responsible use
By Nicholas Davis, University of Technology Sydney and Gaby Carney, University of Technology Sydney In November 2023, the estates of two now-deceased …
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Blue lights on PEI fire trucks and ambulances aim to improve roadside safety
The Prince Edward Island government has amended the Highway Traffic Act to allow ambulances and fire trucks to use flashing blue lights …
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BenefitsFeaturedGovernment Policy & Budgets
Ottawa expands CPP benefits for part-time students whose parents are disabled or deceased
The federal government is rolling out new Canada Pension Plan (CPP) benefits for part-time students whose parents are disabled or deceased, officials …
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Global HR PracticesLabour Relations
Ski patrollers reach deal to end strike at Utah’s Park City Mountain Resort
PARK CITY, Utah (AP) — Ski patrollers at the biggest U.S. ski resort have reached a deal with Utah’s Park City Mountain …
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FeaturedLeadershipMental Health
Strikes, storms, and sickness: Is your organization ready for workplace disruptions?
by Bill Howattby Bill HowattWorkplace disruptions like strikes and lockouts can negatively impact a workforce’s mental health. One study found that while both strikes and lockouts …
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FeaturedLabour Relations
Mackinnon announces four reappointments to Canada Industrial Relations Board
The federal government has reappointed four members to the Canada Industrial Relations Board (CIRB), a quasi-judicial body that oversees labour relations and …
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FeaturedImmigration
Police lay more assault charges against Calgary man who volunteered to help newcomers
By Lauren Krugel Police in Calgary have laid more charges against a man accused of sexually assaulting a newcomer to Canada whose family …