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Employee mediation: all you need to know

Most people have heard of mediation. In the context of employment, mediation is a free and confidential tool to resolve problems.

But what does that mean in practice? Who’s involved? What happens

Performance improvement plans

Having a team of high-performing employees is the goal for any organization, and people typically want to be good at their job. But we all know that employee performance isn’t a static thing and can

Getting to the bottom of workplace bullying in Canada

Canada has a pretty poor record when it comes to bullying in the workplace.

A 2018 study by Forum Research found 55% of Canadians reported they, a co-worker, or both had been bullied in the workplace.

MyHR product update: July 2025

At MyHR, we’re always evolving—listening to your feedback, anticipating your needs, and building better tools to help your business thrive. That’s why we’re excited to roll out updates to our

How to lead effective employee check-ins and 1-on-1 meetings

Keeping a finger on the pulse of the workplace is key to developing a strong team. A great way of checking how staff are doing is to conduct regular 1-on-1 meetings.

Averaging agreements in BC: what employers need to know

In today's flexible workplace, traditional 9-to-5 schedules don’t work for every business—or every employee. Whether you're managing field crews, hospitality staff, or professional service teams, you

How to manage employee underperformance

Sometimes, despite our best efforts to build them up and encourage their success, employees do not perform as we expect. 

8 traits of a good manager

Everyone has experienced working with good (and bad) managers and we all know how important a boss can be to workplace motivation and performance - not just individually but the team as a whole.

What makes a compelling employee value proposition?

When it comes to hiring in today’s labor market, talented people are looking for more than just an attractive salary. Employees want to work for organizations that offer a range of benefits and

What is the minimum wage in BC these days, anyway?

If we asked you how much the minimum wage is right now in British Columbia (BC), what would you say?