A multi-generational workforce

Changing generational aspirations, combined with a new appreciation for work-life balance, is relegating traditional patterns of workforce behaviour to the dustbin of history.

Human Resources Q&A: Writing and conducting an effective employee survey

This article is full of tips and instructions to craft a useful employee survey.

Governance Q&A: Succession planning

Steps to take when developing a executive director succession plan.

Aligning employees’ development goals with business needs

How to align employee goals with organizational goals.

Governance Q&A: Handling a sick leave

What information should be shared with your employer when requesting a sick leave? And what if they turn down your request?

Toward a labour force strategy for Canada’s voluntary and nonprofit sector

What percentage of Canada’s voluntary/nonprofit sector workforce do you think identify themselves as white/Caucasian? Would you say (a) 22% (b) 78% or (c) 89%? The answer is (c) according to the recent Canada-wide survey of nonprofit employees conducted by Ipsos Reid on behalf of the HR Council for the Voluntary & Non-profit Sector (HR Council).

Succession Planning: When the founding ED moves on

Founders of organizations are typically charismatic and driven individuals who inspire others to get involved. As a result of their commitment, a fledgling idea turns into a full-fledged reality. Then the day comes when the founder announces it’s time for them to move on…

Canada’s voluntary sector: Grooming from within and without

Late last year, Imagine Canada released the report Leadership Perspectives: Interviews with leaders of Canada’s charities and nonprofit organizations.

Human Resources Q&A: Human resources can be strategic

Explains Why HR is not generally viewed as a strategic function and why it is and should be.

Human Resources Q&A: Incorporating HR in organizational strategy

This article explains why HR is not viewed as a strategic function, and how it could be.