KPMG reports that 49% of Canadian employees believe AI use should be mandatory at work, yet only 29% say their employer has a comprehensive AI policy. hubs.la/Q03Xkpfb0

Ontario has approved OPG’s $26.8 billion plan to refurbish four CANDU reactors at Pickering Nuclear Generating Station, creating 30,500 construction jobs and sustaining 6,700 operational roles. hubs.la/Q03XkqfD0?

The Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) — the world’s largest HR association — has been hit with a US$11.5-million jury verdict in a racial discrimination and retaliation case brought by a former employee in a U.S. federal court in Colorado. hubs.la/Q03XvSrx0

Micah Fysh of Littler says tighter WSIB rules heighten the need for disciplined reporting, urging employers to flag disputed details clearly and strengthen internal communication within the three day window. hubs.la/Q03Xxwt60

At @hjvequipment, founder David Vander Zaag and and HR Director Linda Hart prove that strong values and partnerships fuel resilience. By prioritizing employee care, HJV thrives amid market uncertainty. hubs.la/Q03XxzYW0

A Quebec court has ordered $492,186 in damages against Totally Nuts and More Inc. for wrongful dismissal and psychological harassment, including a rare $40,000 penalty for abuse of process. hubs.la/Q03Xxwt90

Air Transat and the union representing its pilots have reached a tentative collective agreement, narrowly avoiding a strike that threatened to shut down the carrier in the middle of the busy December travel season. hubs.la/Q03XG46L0

Staffordshire University’s AI-led coding course sparked trust concerns. Research by Anthony Coman and Peter Cardon shows heavy AI use can undermine relational messages, while Linjuan Rita Men highlights co-piloting AI to preserve authenticity. hubs.la/Q03XHcSv0

Carl Trudeau of Fasken warns that overly specific scheduling rules can limit flexibility, while Mark Bluvshtein of Collage HR says predictable schedules boost engagement and retention. hubs.la/Q03XHcTy0

Maria Chapman at the Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21 disputes findings of a federal report citing bullying, offensive language, and emotional harm to staff, as the commissioner calls her response “not satisfactory.” hubs.ly/Q03XSD-70

After almost 40 years in HR and close to two decades at West Fraser, Al Caputo is preparing to step away at the end of the year to retire. hubs.la/Q03XV8b_0

Canadian employees feel less secure than two years ago, with job security concerns linked to layoffs, AI adoption, and economic volatility, according to Statistics Canada hubs.la/Q03XWq0B0

Rob Sider from Lawson Lundell says holiday parties become risky when alcohol lowers inhibitions and increases misconduct. David Whitten of Whitten & Lublin notes employers remain responsible for managing and probing any complaints. hubs.la/Q03XZcrP0

Priya Sarin of Sherrard Kuzz LLP warns employers that weak investigations often stem from missing evidence, thin analysis and limited neutrality. hubs.la/Q03XZ67b0

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Ivona Hideg of York University emphasizes that meeting cuts should balance productivity with belonging, while Zach Giglio of GCM highlights how AI can analyze calendars and transcripts to identify unnecessary meetings and improve inclusion. hubs.la/Q03YbBJV0

Anil Verma of Rotman School of Management explains why voluntary early retirement programs are considered a more humane alternative to layoffs, while cautioning employers to provide financial & career counseling to help employees make informed decisions. hubs.la/Q03YbCgn0

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The countdown to compliance is on as Bill 190 phases in requirements for job postings, record-keeping, and health and safety practices hubs.la/Q03Ynk2B0

An Alberta WCB appeal panel confirmed that PTSD caused by a threat of sexual violence at work is compensable, reinforcing the importance of psychological safety in workplace policies. hubs.la/Q03YnjlS0