COVID-19 - Envol

Virtual Holiday Party Ideas: 10 Ways to Celebrate

by Bianca So
November 12, 2020June 6, 2023

Just like everything else that’s been affected by the pandemic this year, holiday parties won’t be the same either. With the second wave of COVID-19, countries across the world are going back into lockdown and putting social restrictions in place again. However, this doesn’t mean your annual workplace holiday party has to be cancelled entirely. With a bit of creativity, you can still celebrate and organize something virtually fun and engaging for your team!

So, if you’re in charge of planning a holiday party for your colleagues this year, we’ve come up with a few ideas on how you can celebrate virtually – just keep reading!

The Return to Remote Work

by Evelyn Ashworth
August 11, 2020June 7, 2023

With COVID-19 far from over and increasing case numbers in B.C., how do we decide to return to remote work? Read on to determine what’s right for your organization and how to make this decision. Our strategy includes research, overcoming human psychology, and design thinking.

Female Leadership through COVID-19

by Evelyn Ashworth
July 29, 2020June 7, 2023

As a women-owned and women-led company, the success of female leadership through COVID-19 is an inspiration and must be highlighted.

We’ve rounded up powerful women who have been guiding people through the COVID-19 pandemic effectively. Read on for our takeaways that you can apply to your own leadership style.

Return to Work Decisions? Survey the Situation!

by Nicole Caruana
July 20, 2020June 7, 2023

Are you facing return to work decisions? Survey the situation! What do surveys have to do with returning to work as COVID-19 restrictions lighten: read on to find out. Keep an eye out for detailed tips and tricks as well as our free survey tool!

Dealing with Zoom Fatigue

by Evelyn Ashworth
July 15, 2020June 7, 2023

Zoom fatigue has become increasingly common as most of us are learning or studying from home. Read on to learn about the causes of Zoom fatigue and how to combat it.

Have You Adapted your EVP to the “New Normal”?

by Nicole Caruana
July 8, 2020June 7, 2023

The needs and priorities of job seekers have changed drastically – and meeting their needs is crucial to developing an attractive employer value proposition. In the “new normal”, organizations must adapt their EVP to the increasing number of job seekers.

At Envol, we are optimists; always looking for the opportunity in every situation. To our surprise, despite the many challenges COVID-19 has presented, we didn’t have to look too far to find the opportunities.

For one, what if we told you that the “new normal” was built on mass collaboration, diversity, collective intelligence, and explicit commitment-making?

What Two More Months of CERB Means for the Job Market

by Evelyn Ashworth
June 29, 2020June 7, 2023

Increasing unemployment, disincentivized job seekers, and another two months of CERB – what does this mean for the job market?

The Canadian government recently announced that the Canada Emergency Response Benefit (CERB) will be extended for another two months. Millions of Canadians will have maxed out their CERB allowance (a total of $8000) by July 4^th. It remains unclear whether CERB will be amended or a different form of government support will be provided.

For those still eligible for CERB, they can continue to receive $2,000 per month while the Canadian government encourages recipients to take available work, however many are disincentivized to seek employment. Why?Read More »What Two More Months of CERB Means for the Job Market

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

by Emily Cornett-Ching
June 24, 2020June 7, 2023

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.

How to Support Parents Working During COVID-19

by Emily Cornett-Ching
May 14, 2020June 7, 2023

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.

Are You Ready for Employees to Return to Work?

by Emily Cornett-Ching
May 11, 2020June 7, 2023

Feeling overwhelmed with all of the planning required to return your employees to work?

You’re not alone.

Although there is a glimmer of light at the end of the tunnel with the release of BC’s Restart Plan, this doesn’t necessarily provide a clear roadmap for how organizations should re-open.