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What Two More Months of CERB Means for the Job Market

by Envol Strategies
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 Envol Strategies
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.

Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy: COVID-19 Resources

by Envol Strategies
April 3, 2020June 7, 2023

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.

Adapting Your Hiring Process For COVID-19

by Brianna Blaney
March 25, 2020June 7, 2023

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.

Tips for Transitioning to Remote Work Amidst COVID-19 Crisis

by Brianna Blaney
March 18, 2020June 7, 2023

With the escalating global COVID-19 crisis, employers are seeing unprecedented organizational challenges. From layoffs and job sharing to remote work and office shutdowns, employers are increasingly mandating remote work wherever possible. However, a lot of employers still have unanswered questions about the best way to take their teams remote.

Coronavirus: What Employers Need To Know

by Envol Strategies
March 5, 2020June 7, 2023

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 cases worldwide.

What Not to Say: 5 Common Onboarding Pitfalls

by Envol Strategies
October 18, 2019June 7, 2023

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

8 Ways Your Employer Brand Impacts Your Growth

by Brianna Blaney
February 8, 2019June 6, 2023

Businesses previously measured success through production or output. Deliverables, impact, and clients used to attract the best talent. The days of recruiting candidates by offering one definition of success – climbing the corporate ladder with a singular focus – are gone. Today, your employer brand is your most effective recruitment and growth strategy yet.

The Problem with Presenteeism

by Brianna Blaney
December 5, 2018June 6, 2023

In this crazy hiring market, you may feel lucky just to have roles filled. Your turnover rate is relatively low and absenteeism rates are below average. So your people issues are sorted, right? Wrong. Turnover and absenteeism may be your company’s go-to HR metrics for success, but it turns out that there is a hidden problem impacting your business even more – presenteeism.

Succession Planning for Small Businesses: Plan Ahead to Get Ahead

by Envol Strategies
October 18, 2018June 6, 2023

A shared concern in the back of the mind of many small to medium business owners is – Who is going to take over when I retire?

According to a 2013 Canadian Federation of Independent Businesses survey, 75% of Canadian business owners will exit their business by 2022. That’s only 3 more years. Let that sink in. For business owners who haven’t put much thought into succession planning, the continuity of their hard built business is at stake.

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