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B.C.’s Temporary Layoff Period is Ending… What Now?!

The BC government extended its normally 13-week temporary layoff period to 16 weeks due to the COVID-19 pandemic. However, these 16 weeks are coming to an end for many employers.

While many employers are expressing their concerns of potential bankruptcy to Labour Minister Harry Bains, it does not look like temporary layoffs will be extended.

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How to Support Parents Working During COVID-19

We’ve all seen the meme; a parent on a video conference call while her two children are taped to the floor with the caption, “Working from home during COVID-19!”

We chuckle to ourselves and say, “YUP” as we continue to scroll. But as funny as the meme is, this is a stark reality for most parents navigating childcare, home schooling, and working during COVID-19.

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Keeping Construction Sites Safe During COVID-19

While many businesses have had to close down completely, essential businesses remain open to keep our communities going (and we are so grateful for it)!

In the construction industry, companies have been quickly pivoting to implement policies and procedures to keep construction sites safe. Employers are wading in deep waters with the challenge to keep workers safe during this unprecedented global pandemic.

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Making Remote Layoffs Suck Less

Over the past few weeks, remote layoffs have become more common than employers ever could have imagined. On a good day, layoffs are challenging. Right now, layoffs need to be done in large quantities, adhere to social distancing regulations, and take place during an economic downturn that already has many employees concerned for their family’s wellbeing.

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What Not to Say: 5 Common Onboarding Pitfalls

Attracting and hiring the right people to join your team is challenging, but finding that star candidate is such a relief! The hard work is over now, right?

Unfortunately not. Proper training and support during a new employee’s transition into your organization is critical to their success – and it takes work. Despite our best efforts, if an onboarding program lacks structure and consistency the ball can be dropped without us even knowing it. Read More »What Not to Say: 5 Common Onboarding Pitfalls

Social Media Checks & Privacy Law: What You Need to Know

Have you ever typed a candidate’s name into Facebook, LinkedIn or another social media platform to learn who they are behind the resume?

We’ve all been there. While our intention is innocent enough, there are risks associated with using information from social media in your hiring decision making process. As an employer, it is important to be aware of them.Read More »Social Media Checks & Privacy Law: What You Need to Know