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How to help employees with post-vacation blues

We all know that returning to work after a vacation can be tough. You’ve had a break from the daily grind and the first few days back in the job can take some adjusting to - especially if it was a

Preventing and responding to workplace violence

No employer wants their employees to be threatened by or subject to violence at work. But statistics show that violence is all too common in Canadian workplaces:

10 proven strategies for motivating employees

Everyone agrees that it's far better to have a team of motivated, engaged people at your workplace. The business will be more productive and more profitable.

Top challenges supporting employees through the holiday season

We don’t need to emphasize how challenging December can be, for both organizations and employees alike. For sectors like retail and hospitality, the holiday season is one of the busiest times of the

Wrapping up with seasonal employees

Seasonal or short-term employees typically get a lot of attention at the beginning of the employment relationship and during the working season itself, but we don’t focus as much on the end of the

Does my business need an occupational health & safety policy?

Canada has a robust occupational health and safety system that requires every business to prevent accidents and injuries, and promote safe and healthy workplaces. Workers also have the right to

Vacation pay in Canada (2026 cheat sheet)

Vacation pay is a mandatory requirement across Canada, designed to ensure employees can take time off to recharge.

Changes to BC employers' right to request doctors’ notes

From 12 November 2025, employers in British Columbia are no longer allowed to ask workers to provide a formal doctor’s note for certain short-term, health-related absences, under changes to the

Recognizing signs of burnout in your employees

Burnout is a growing problem for many Canandian workers. A 2025 survey by consulting and recruitment firm, Robert Half, found that 47% of Canadians reported they were experiencing workplace burnout

MyHR product update: Oct 2025

These new tools help you automate everyday tasks, streamline your processes, and focus on what really matters - your people.