More than ever, employers are taking measures to ensure that the well-being of their employees is being looked after, and yet in many workplaces, mental health is still the elephant in the room. It threatens productivity, retention and is one of the leading causes of...
In any business, a certain amount of absenteeism is unavoidable – people do get sick and there are times when employees will be required to take time off; however, when absenteeism becomes excessive, the cost to your business in terms of lost revenue and productivity...
Almost all employers have been faced with at least one WSIB claim that leaves them questioning if there is something more that they could do. Their concerns often surround the level of impairment/disability, confusion as to the nature of the injury, or in some...
Is your organization prepared for the changes to worker’s compensation as it relates to mental health? In the past, employees in Canada would only receive benefits for mental health in extreme situations such as being involved in a robbery or witnessing a traumatic...
The Workplace Safety & Insurance Board has proposed changes to the premium rate setting model used in Ontario. Currently, the WSIB uses either NEER, CAD-7 or MAP experience rating programs in order to calculate the total amount of premium dollars paid by Ontario...
When an employee returns to work after a disability, it can be a stressful time for both employer and employee as they navigate the challenges of their new reality. Employers may be anxious to have the employee back to make up for lost productivity; or they may be...
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