When an employee keeps missing work, frustration is a common reaction. But Carmen Bellows, Sun Life’s Director of Mental Health, says managers …
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The strategic case for perks programs that anchor to wellbeing: Why small investments yield big returns
by Sally Bennby Sally BennThe survey results tell a familiar story: Canadian organizations know what employees want but struggle to deliver it within budget. Flexibility and …
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Moral injury gaining recognition as workplaces face rising mental health claims
by Todd Humberby Todd HumberMoral injury, long discussed in military and healthcare circles, is increasingly entering mainstream workplace conversations, and experts warn that employers who fail …
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The subtle signs of mental health struggles managers miss – until it’s too late
by Todd Humberby Todd HumberManagers are expected to spot trouble early, yet the warning signs of mental health struggles rarely look the same from one employee …
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Benefits communication effectiveness falls short at only 52%: Survey
by Todd Humberby Todd HumberOrganizations deploy multiple communication channels to explain employee benefits, yet barely half of HR professionals rate their efforts as effective, revealing a …
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Mental health days rare despite widespread recognition of workplace stress
by Todd Humberby Todd HumberCanadian organizations overwhelmingly offer employee assistance programs (EAPs) but stop short of providing dedicated mental health days, creating a gap between recognizing …
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Why psychological safety is the missing piece in performance
by Todd Humberby Todd HumberMost employees know what it feels like to hold back an idea or concern because they worry how it might land. That …
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Flexible benefits shift from nice to have to necessity
by Todd Humberby Todd HumberEmployers face a critical gap between recognizing the value of flexible benefits and actually implementing them, according to new survey data that …
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Employers struggle to align benefits with workforce expectations, finds HR News Canada-Venngo survey
Canadian organizations recognize the importance of flexible, personalized benefits for employee retention, yet most haven’t made the shift from traditional one-size-fits-all programs. …
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Gen Z employees face rising mental health and chronic disease rates, Sun Life data shows
More than half of Gen Z’s long-term disability claims stem from mental health disorders, significantly outpacing other age groups, according to new …


