Canadian Society of Association Executives (CSAE) 2019 Conference and Showcase
The MaxPeople and Rodney Employment Law team had a great time attending and speaking at the CSAE 2019 Conference and Showcase in Vancouver.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Workshop Details
Workshop Option 1: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion: Creating Safe and Inclusive Spaces. This workshop is designed to provide participants with a foundation of understanding and value for diversity, equity and inclusion. Participants will enhance their knowledge and understanding of the terminology, concepts and importance of inclusive practices that respect and value diversity as well as explore […]
Breakfast with a Side of HR: Building A Talent Driven Organization
Great turnout for our Breakfast with a Side of HR event!! Thank you to all the attendees and our facilitators, Julie Ruben Rodney and Ilana Stern for an informative session on Succession Planning! If you missed this event, you can join us for our next quarterly event in December.
My Dog Ate My Car Keys: Managing Absenteeism in Today’s Workplace
In the eyes of the employee, acts that qualify as employee absenteeism are usually considered harmless or unavoidable. However, persistent workplace absenteeism is a worrisome behaviour that can be detrimental to an organization’s goals. The key to managing absenteeism is to find a balance between what is right and fair to the employee while meeting the needs of the business.
HR Meets Happy Hour 2019
Date: Thursday May 30th, 2019
Our HR Meets Happy Hour Event 2019 was an opportunity for employers to learn more about Employee Relations. Our HR and Employment Law experts facilitated this informative session and gave valuable insight regarding this topic. Check out our social media and website for upcoming events.
Moving Forward After #METOO: Building A Safe & Respectful Workplace
At its peak, the #MeToo movement was all over the internet, TV and radio. It seemed that everywhere you turned, new and serious allegations surrounding your favourite stars and business leaders were coming to the forefront. Although the movement seemed primarily focused on high-profile Hollywood celebrities, there are many elements that can be adopted as best practices in your workplace today.
Prevent mental health issues from impacting your bottom line
Although mental health issues can be uncomfortable to discuss, employers have a duty to inquire if they suspect one of their employees is suffering from an undisclosed illness, says Toronto employment lawyer Jordan Rodney.
Cannabis in Ontario: An Update
With cannabis legally available for purchase from approved Ontario retailers as of today (April 1, 2019) it will now be even more accessible. As an employer, are your policies surrounding cannabis, up-to-date?
CPA Ontario’s Conference for Controllers 2019
Date: March 26th and March 27th
Drop by our booth and join our Employment Law session at CPA Ontario’s 2019 Conference for Controllers. This is an annual event that offers professional and aspiring controllers the unique opportunity to network, share ideas, and gain the latest knowledge and skills relevant to controllers.
Breakfast with a Side of HR
MaxPeople hosted Breakfast with a Side of HR at our office! Thanks to all our attendees, we hope you walked away with some great HR learnings.