Canadians living with autism overlooked for employment opportunities: report – Toronto

in Mar 30, 2022

Canadian employers are being challenged when it comes to filling vacant roles. However, a new report finds many companies are overlooking a group that could help: those living with autism. Embracing neurodiversity at work: how Canadians with autism can help employers close the talent gap, a report by Deloitte, highlights a number of barriers people[…]

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Reopening in Alberta: hospitality sector is ready to hire

in Mar 12, 2022

As reopening continues around Alberta, there’s renewed optimism for those looking for steady employment. A number of hiring fairs are being held around Calgary, including an in-person job fair at National on 10th. “This is my first time. It’s really exciting. I’m kind of nervous,” said culinary arts student, Laura Danchek. “I haven’t been able[…]

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Lethbridge a ‘really affordable’ community: living wage report – Lethbridge

in Nov 03, 2021

Making a living wage in some Alberta communities is easer than in others, according to a new report. On Monday, the Alberta Living Wage Network (ALWN) launched its first-ever report highlighting 12 communities across the province. “Living wage for communities is essentially the dollar value that somebody needs to be paid in order to[…]

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Nursing graduates start careers in the midst of pandemic – Winnipeg

in May 14, 2021

The road to graduation hasn’t been a typical one for nursing students, but for graduate Hannah Payumo, it’s made her even more passionate about the profession. “Being so close to the end of my program, I really just wanted to say, ‘Put me in, coach.’ I really want to be there,” Payumo said. It[…]

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Manitoba government employee survey shows fewer people satisfied with work – Winnipeg

in May 10, 2019

A new survey says less than 40 per cent of Manitoba civil servants feel as though they are valued employees. The 2018 employment engagement survey shows a significant decline in the number of people feeling satisfied with their departments and their work since the last survey in 2015. Many employees in the survey say government[…]

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Who do Canadians trust most? Their employers, apparently – National

Who do Canadians trust most? Their employers, apparently – National

in Feb 14, 2019

[ad_1] Canadians are fearful that a lack of training, growing automation, globalization or international conflict will rob them of their jobs. And yet, the results of the 2019 Edelman Trust Barometer indicate job-security concerns don’t seem to have dampened people’s trust in their employers. READ MORE: Engineer? Teacher? Sorry, that doesn’t guarantee job security anymore[…]

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