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- 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.
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- When (and Why) BC Employers Might Ask for a Sick Note: Recent Changes to the ESANew 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. - Budgeting for Culture: The ROI of Investing in Your People
As you plan for 2026, don’t overlook your biggest investment: your people. Discover the ROI of culture and why engagement fuels real business growth. - How to Navigate Ontario’s New Pay Transparency & Job Posting Rules
Effective January 1, 2026 Ontario employers are subject to new pay transparency regulations and will be required to update their hiring processes accrodingly.
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COVID-19: How can we help?
How can we help? This simple question has more meaning than ever for our team at Envol. The COVID-19 crisis continues to escalate and evolve rapidly. Employers are left with questions, trying to determine how best to move forward. Our team of HR Specialists is here for you.
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Coronavirus: What Employers Need To Know
You’ve undoubtedly seen the headlines about the coronavirus (COVID-2019). People are scared. This epidemic started China at the end of 2019, and in a matter of months has spread globally. It continues to spread. The World Health Organization has confirmed that there are now more coronavirus cases outside of China than in it, with 80,000…
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Letter from Brianna Blaney: Goodbye 2019, Hello 2020!
Excerpts from a holiday letter to our team, from our Founder & Managing Partner Brianna Blaney:
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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…
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Recruitment Challenges Facing Professional Service Firms
Last year, the need for new business was top priority for professional service firms. This year, a shortage of top talent to service that business is the main concern. From small businesses to global companies, leaders at professional services firms are facing real challenges when it comes to recruiting and retaining the best the market…
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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…