June 22, 2021 by Leigh-Anne Finch
As society advances through the pandemic, 2021 could see the highest number of people (re)entering the workforce and changing jobs in recorded history.
April 1, 2021 by Kari Viglasky
The COVID-19 pandemic has had negative impacts on our working world and economy. Jim Clifton, chair and CEO of Gallop stated, “Only 15 per cent of the world’s full-time workers are engaged at work and that’s what the whole world wants is a good job, and we are failing to deliver it.” In other words, a full 85 per cent of workers on this planet are not engaged at work. Imagine the economic, social, physical and mental health ramifications of that fact.
November 30, 2020 by Leigh-Anne Finch
The old adage “the only constant is change” is widely apparent in 2020. As Canadian businesses consistently pivot, adjust and innovate in response to numerous new economic challenges (in some cases, with the help of government programs), a key area of focus is managing workforce costs. Likely responses to less predictable revenue include scaling back the workforce with furloughs and hiring freezes. While cash flow and the high costs of employee wages are legitimate concerns, businesses can also consider the benefits of seizing opportunities in a hot recruitment market.
July 29, 2020 by Leigh-Anne Finch
Every single person on our planet has been affected by the COVID-19 pandemic, which has highlighted the importance of employee mental health. This challenge provides employers an opportunity to support their employees’ personal needs, resulting in a more productive and engaged workforce.
March 16, 2020 by Kari Viglasky
The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic is changing our lives and our world by the minute, and it is increasingly difficult to keep abreast of it all. Employers in Canada have a legal and moral obligation to protect the health and safety of their employees, but most don’t realize to what extent and the ramifications of non-compliance.
January 6, 2020 by Leigh-Anne Finch
The past few decades have seen the accelerated growth of remote work arrangements, from roles traditionally performed off-site to a trendy and popular fringe benefit. This perk was largely offered by progressive organizations to its previously on-site workers. Today, remote work arrangements are no longer a passing trend, but an option that employees across Canada’s diverse industries expect to be offered. A 2018 study by Indeed revealed that 62 per cent of Canadian employers offer some type of remote work option. It is now less a question of whether employers should offer a remote work option, than how employers can ensure the success of their remote work program. Softchoice’s 2017 study “Collaboration Unleashed” revealed that 74 per cent of workers would be enticed to quit their jobs for the chance to work remotely more often.
December 17, 2019 by Kari Viglasky, Accounting Services Manager, Andrew Koczerzuk
Without a doubt, the single most common issue brought to employment lawyers is dismissal of employees. Although most human resource (HR) professionals are educated and certified in this field, many find it impossible to keep up with changing case law, court decisions and penalties. Those employers who do not have onsite HR professional managers or directors also tend to terminate based on their views, winding up in court after the fact, as employees become more aware of their rights.
July 25, 2019 by Leigh-Anne Finch
At Baker Tilly, we know our people are integral to our business excellence. Our people solutions strategies support this success by providing healthy workplace cultures for our employees and leaders who treat them as people, not simply human capital.
May 28, 2019 by Kari Viglasky
At Baker Tilly, we believe there are people solutions that can help your business thrive. Canadians are facing the daunting realities outlined below, but we know that knowledge is power. By taking proactive measures, we can provide valuable support to our clients in their pursuit of excellence. Here are some of the major issues we are facing, along with recommendations that will assist in your continued success.