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- Planning for Progress: How to Align People Strategy with Business Strategy for 2026
Big plans for 2026? When people strategy lags behind business decisions, teams stretch thin, roles stay open, and momentum slows.
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- Planning for Progress: How to Align People Strategy with Business Strategy for 2026Big plans for 2026? When people strategy lags behind business decisions, teams stretch thin, roles stay open, and momentum slows.
- How to Use Employee Feedback to Shape Workplace Goals in 2026
Reflection alone won’t drive change. Learn how to turn employee feedback into actionable insights, set clear priorities, and build trust as you plan for 2026. - When (and Why) BC Employers Might Ask for a Sick Note: Recent Changes to the ESA
New changes to sick note rules tighten requirements for BC employers. Learn when & why you can request a sick note from employees. - The People Strategy Playbook: 12 Insights Every Employer Needs for 2026
Bite-sized insights and helpful resources to help leaders strengthen the people practices that drive business success and growth. - Holiday Season Considerations for Employers: Navigating Parties & Celebrations with Care
Holiday celebrations can be a highlight of the year — but they also come with responsibilities. From inclusivity and conduct to alcohol policies and remote teams, here are five key considerations to help employers host safe, thoughtful, and engaging year-end events. - 3 Signs Your Workplace Treats Accessibility Like a Checkbox and How to Fix It
Accessibility isn’t a one-time checklist — it’s a daily commitment. Here’s how to move beyond compliance and build a truly inclusive workplace.
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5 Things I’ve Learned Working With Envol’s Founder, Brianna Blaney
In honour of our fearless leader, founder, mentor, puzzle master, and friend on her birthday, I’d like to share 5 things that I’ve learned from working closely with Brianna these past couple of years at Envol.
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Help! Which Government Programs Are Right For My Business?
Disclaimer: This document has been created based on professional experience by Envol Strategies and should NOT be considered as legal advice. It is undeniable: COVID-19 has disrupted life as we know it. The novel coronavirus has, ironically, caused novel situations for leaders to navigate. First and foremost, we want you to know that you are not alone.
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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…
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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…
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Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy: COVID-19 Resources
Published: April 3, 2020. Updated: April 8, 2020 (See bottom of post) Many employers are relying on benefits like the Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy to help get their business through the COVID-19 crisis. And with new information and changes being introduced each day, it can be hard to keep up.
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Adapting Your Hiring Process For COVID-19
The rapid spread of COVID-19 has required employers to adapt their hiring processes to keep in line with the government’s social distancing regulations. Traditional parts of the hiring process like in-person interviews and onboarding are on an indefinite ‘pause’ as the pandemic continues. It’s time to adapt – fast.