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  • Active Listening in the Workplace

    Active Listening in the Workplace

    We’re sure you’ve heard of the term “active listening”, but do you know how to effectively use it in conversations? It’s actually really easy! Today, we’re here to share some helpful tips for active listening as well as how active listening is beneficial in the workplace.

  • National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

    National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

    Why does the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation exist? From 1831 to 1996, the government forcibly removed more than 150,000 Indigenous children from their homes. These children were deceptively placed into church-and government-run schools where they were assimilated and robbed of their language and traditions. After the closure of the last school in 1997, there were over 25,000 children that did…

  • Employers’ Obligations for Federal General Elections

    Employers’ Obligations for Federal General Elections

    A 2021 Federal General Election has been called and election day will take place on Monday, September 20, 2021. As residents of BC and citizens of Canada, we have both the privilege and responsibility to vote. Employers have an obligation to provide eligible employees time to head to the ballots and get their votes in.   In this blog, we’ll be going into…

  • Performative Action: How to Take Real Action on Social Issues

    Performative Action: How to Take Real Action on Social Issues

    Over recent years, social activism appears to be increasingly normalized. However, 2020 was a historic year for social activism. Millions across the world joined together to fight for equality, justice, and reparations. Those included in the millions of people were many companies and organizations who expressed their solidarity on social media platforms and their websites.…

  • My Experience Searching for an Internship

    My Experience Searching for an Internship

    Working an internship during school can be one of the most valuable and coveted opportunities for students and new grads. Internships give professional work experience and help set students up for success! Some companies even using internships to fill their new graduate hiring pipeline.   However, finding a relevant internship has started to become more…

  • The Reality of Job Searching during a Pandemic

    The Reality of Job Searching during a Pandemic

    Now, more than ever, job seekers are being met with the roadblocks of rejection and unemployment. In today’s post, Acacia Blake, our HR & Talent Coordinator gives us a glimpse into her job search journey before landing her role with Envol. Acacia highlights the harsh reality of job searching during the pandemic and ways job…