February 28, 2022

In today’s episode…. 1.       In response to the crisis in Ukraine, LifeWorks has opened a free 24/7 hotline to support individuals dealing with the unfolding events: LifeWorks opens mental health support crisis line for those impacted by the events in Ukraine 2.       Canada is taking immediate measures to support Ukrainians and their families in Canada, including workers: Canada announces additional measures to support Ukraine | Prime Minister of Canada (pm.gc.ca)3.       In Quebec the mandatory teleworking order is over. The government recommends that businesses promote a hybrid work model. In BC the guidance to work from home is no longer in effect. Current and forthcoming measures in Québec (quebec.ca).4.       Hiring appetite is ramping up again, according to Indeed Hiring Lab. Canadian Job Postings Through February 18 (hiringlab.org)5.     Employees and leaders have different views on mental health supports for depression available in the workplace. Workers’ and managers’ perspectives on workplace supports for depression (iwh.on.ca)6.       The Ontario government plans to introduce new privacy legislation that would require employers to tell their workers if and how they are being monitored electronically. Ontario Requiring Employers to Disclose Electronic Monitoring | Ontario Newsroom If you would like to be a guest on the podcast, send us a message at LinkedIn or X @CadHRNews