Reopening Your Business: Supporting Your Employees

Making the shift from remote work back to a physical workplace may be a source of anxiety for employees and employers alike. What will the new work environment look like? And how will workers be kept safe from COVID-19?  Part of Canada’s economic recovery involves returning to physical workspaces. Safely […]

Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace: Why it matters

Over the past several years, many businesses are actively focusing on improving diversity within the workplace. Research has shown that gender diversity, as well as ethnic and cultural diversity in the workplace, can be extremely beneficial for your business. Not only is it important to have a diverse workplace, it’s […]

Health and Safety For Your At-Home Employees

Your employees might be working from home these days, but just like in the office, maintaining a positive workplace culture is vital. And part of maintaining that culture means promoting the safety of your employees — both physically and mentally.  Here are some ways you can improve the health and […]

Is Your Business Prepared for a Workplace Inspection?

In early November, the Ontario Government mobilized approximately 200 provincial offence and by-law officers in a campaign aimed to educate, enforce, and ensure businesses are complying with COVID-19 Workplace Safety Regulations.  These inspections are not scheduled in advance, and businesses cannot deny the officers access to the workplace premises. MOL […]

SMB’s Guide to Remote Onboarding For New Employees During COVID-19

The beginning of a new job is an exciting and potentially scary part of the employee life cycle, especially when done remotely.  Onboarding Defined Known as “onboarding” across North America (and “induction” in other parts of the world), orienting an employee into a new role is a process of socialization […]