In 2022, employers had to get used to a “new normal” after the height of the COVID-19 pandemic and were impacted by the Great Resignation, “quiet quitting” and the possibility of a recession. These, in addition to the following trends, will no doubt continue to shape commercial risk factors in 2023: Increased employee monitoring With…

While the holiday season and end-of-year parties can be full of festive fun, they can also be stressful and take a toll on your emotional well-being. Putting your emotional wellness on the back burner may cause mood changes and feelings of irritability, hopelessness and isolation. As holiday celebrations pick up, consider the following tips to…

Many employees want to see more learning and personal or professional development opportunities in the workplace. Employers should want them, too, as these efforts help to build in-demand skill sets and develop new leaders. A well-planned employee development program can set employees up for success while achieving tangible outcomes that benefit an organization. Use this…

Several different movements have impacted the workforce in recent years, including the “Great Resignation” and the “Great Reshuffle.” Now, there is a new phenomenon taking place, known as the “Great Unretirement.” “Unretirement” is a term used when a retiree decides to re-enter the workforce. This has become increasingly common due to a variety of factors….

A skills gap analysis can help determine which skills and knowledge are lacking among employees on an individual level or within a team, a department or the overall organization. This analysis can even go one step further and look at the industry as a whole. Once equipped with this information, employers can address the skills…

Many employees experience mental health challenges and illnesses, such as stress, anxiety, depression and burnout. Mental health is one of the leading causes of workplace absenteeism and accounts for billions of dollars of lost revenue each year, according to the Mental Health Commission of Canada. Employers can help by addressing psychological health and safety in…

One of the biggest threats to a company’s profit is employee theft, defined as stealing, using or misusing an employer’s assets without permission. According to the Retail Council of Canada, employee theft costs Canadian businesses an estimated $1.4 billion each year. Employee theft can take many forms, such as larceny, skimming, fraudulent disbursements, embezzlement, and…

Some people who test positive for COVID-19 can experience long-term effects from their infection, known as “long COVID-19.” The effects of long COVID-19 can vary; individuals may experience mild symptoms or suffer near-debilitating health concerns. Long COVID-19 has impacted both employees and their employers. Specifically, some employees have not been able to work at full…

CMB Insurance Brokers has been named an IBC Top Insurance Employer in 2022. The winners of the 2022 IBC Top Insurance Employers awards are recognized as great companies going the extra distance to distinguish themselves in a tight labour market. How was CMB selected? For Insurance Business Canada’s 2022 Top Insurance Employers survey, employees anonymously…

The employee onboarding process is crucial for retaining employees. In fact, 69 percent of workers are more likely to remain with their employer for three years if they were engaged by a robust onboarding experience, according to data from an ADP Canada report. An effective onboarding process can help employees be excited and engaged, which…

Employers today face many challenges. Among them are attraction and retention and internal skills gaps. According to LinkedIn’s 2022 Workplace Learning Report, 79 per cent of learning and development (L&D) leaders agree that it’s less expensive to reskill a current employee than hire a new one. The costs of reviewing applications, processing candidates, conducting interviews,…