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Legalization of Cannabis in Canada… Testing & Zero Tolerance
Recreational cannabis is now legal in Canada. Over the last few weeks, we outlined the respective rights and obligations of both employees and employers, key policy points, as well as how to identify and address employees who may be impairedMore >
Legalization of Cannabis in Canada… How to Identify and Address Use
Cannabis legalization in Canada is just one day away. Last week, we outlined the respective rights and obligations of both employees and employers, in addition to key policy points. This week, we discuss how to identify and address employees whoMore >
Legalization of Cannabis in Canada… Are you still behind the smokescreen?
Recreational use of cannabis becomes legal across Canada on October 17, 2018. What that means for workplaces may or may not have a significant impact on yours. Whether you’re concerned or not, based on the numbers outlined below, we encourageMore >
2018 Employee Handbook Updates
When was your employee handbook last updated? In this short video presentation, Cori shares some tips on what you should consider during your next handbook review. Need assistance updating your handbook? Call or email us at 604.488.8885 or cori@jouta.com. Please note thatMore >
Jouta’s team toasts you and your successes on our 10 year anniversary!
We shared a weekend full of adventure and celebration in the Okanagan to commemorate the occasion. We went boating, on a wine tour, on an open air jeep ride, and ate beautiful meals. Thank you to all who have contributedMore >
Do Your Employees Align With Your Corporate Culture?
Why do people stay with organizations and why do they go? What prompts someone to join a company or move to a new one, particularly if there isn’t much difference in salary or position? Thinking about this, I began toMore >
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Millennials in the Workplace
Over the years there has been much discussion about Millennials in the workplace, this video by Simon Sinek paints an interesting picture. Those born in and around 1984 forward are considered Millennials, Simon breaks down their journey into 4 areas:More >
Average base pay increases in 2017: 2.2%
Average base pay increases in 2017. The Conference Board of Canada says the overall average increase for non-unionized employees is projected to be 2.2 % — 2.0 % in the public sector and 2.3 % in the private sector. The lowestMore >
Culture, Organizational Intention
Is your Workplace Culture defined? Is your culture aligned with EVERYTHING your organization does? View the video blog below to learn the importance of Intentional Organizational Culture Download this week’s handout: Culture Questions KRA 1 – Culture – OrganizationalMore >