The Skinny on Today’s Resume Trends
See some hot resume trends and consider what you should be looking for when evaluating a resume.
Which Discrimination Traps to Avoid
Discrimination can be either direct or indirect. Some discriminatory practices pose a bigger liability threat to employers because they look non-discriminatory.
So Long Annual Performance Reviews
In the past year GE, Adobe, Netflix and Accenture have all dropped their annual performance reviews. There has been a lot of headline news in the HR community saying good bye to the employee annual performance review and while it is not dead yet is certainly appears to be on its way out.
When Necessary Adaption Becomes Constructive Dismissal
It is highly likely that your organization will have to change the working conditions and duties of your employees to remain adaptable in a changing and competitive business environment.
OK to Fire Probationary Employee Because She Doesn’t Fit In
A medical evacuation pilot terminated during her 6-month probation period sued for wrongful dismissal.
Nova Scotia hosted talks among Atlantic province health ministers
Nova Scotia hosted talks among Atlantic province health ministers on collective action to cut health care costs and improve treatment. See following agenda items:
Nova Scotia OHS Officers carried out an Ontario-style “blitz” campaign
Nova Scotia OHS officers carried out an Ontario-style “blitz” campaign targeting landscaping job sites across the province at the end of July
The Changing Workplace Review
What’s good, what’s bad, what needs to change and how?
The government outlined the design features of the new Ontario Retirement Pension Plan
The government outlined the design features of the new Ontario Retirement Pension Plan designed to provide retirement coverage for Ontarians who don’t have access to a pension plan through their workplace.
No ESA Severance Pay for Laid Off 12-Year Employee
After 12 years of full-time employment, a custodian was temporarily laid off for an indefinite period and 8 weeks’ termination notice.
No Proof Driver OK’d Deduction of Truck Damages from His Paycheque
A driver sued a trucking company for $2,100 in unpaid wages.
Joint Guidelines for Bring Your Own Device Policies
The Alberta, BC and federal privacy commissioners issued joint guidelines for employers on “bring your own [personal] device” policies. Recommendations
At Work Or At Home Your Words Can Get You Fired
Protecting your organization brand from employee’s off duty conduct
Are Federally-Regulated Employees Entitled to Pay for Attending Safety Courses?
Are federally regulated companies required to pay wages to employees who are taking training courses as a part of their job?