COVID-19 Resources for Employers

Tools, articles, and resources to help employers navigate in these challenging times.

16Dec 20

HR Trends for 2021

With 2020 nearing and end there’s no denying that this year has been like no other in our lifetime. This was the ‘year of the pivot’ where we all had to change how we deliver and think about HR.

25Nov 20

Leading through the Second Wave of the Pandemic

Since the first COVID-19 lockdown in the Spring, organizations have had to adapt at lightning speed and adjust the way they do business. One of the difficult things about the pandemic is that just when you start to hit your stride, the situation changes.

07Oct 20

Supporting Employees’ Mental Health during COVID-19

With all the changes and uncertainty in the world, we’re facing new challenges at work and at home. At work there are extra cleaning protocols, reduced hours and closures, and…

02Sep 20

Family Status Accommodation in the Age of COVID

After a few months working remotely, many teams have now adapted to the status quo of working from home. In fact, in light of the continued uncertainty around COVID-19, many…

13Aug 20

Vacation in The Time of COVID-19

Whether employees are back at work or still off on layoff, the backdrop of the global pandemic has brought with it a unique set of challenges when it comes to…

23Jul 20

It’s time to disconnect

With the ‘Summer of COVID’ well underway and the constant bombardment of news and information about the pandemic continuing to be top of mind for residents, employers are faced with…

16Jul 20

To Mask or Not to Mask?

Some provinces now have official guidelines in place requiring citizens to wear a face mask when indoors in public, but so far, BC has not made mask-wearing mandatory. We’re all…

08Jul 20

Physical Distancing at Work: How to Do It Right

Over the past few months, we have all become familiar with the concept of physical distancing. For many of us it has become second nature to give other people a…

18Jun 20

Temperature Checks – Balancing Privacy and Employee Safety

It comes as no surprise to anyone to hear that employers have an obligation to provide a safe workplace for employees. But meeting that obligation has become increasingly complicated in…

19May 20

May 19: COVID-19 Update for Employers

On May 15th the Prime Minister announced that the CEWS will continue past its original end-date in June and will now be extended to August 29, 2020. The CEWS provides employers with up to 75% wage subsidy, up to a maximum of $847 per employee, per week.

Previous Webinars

May 26, 2020: Navigating the new workplace as a non-profit organization

May 14, 2020: The New Workplace: You’re Living In It! Managing employee well-being

May 12, 2020: It’s Time: What to consider when bringing employees back to work

May 05, 2020: Bring your employees back to work: Understanding Federal Support Programs

March 26, 2020: A Virtual Town Hall – In Partnership with Roper Greyell LLP

Employer/Employee Related Resources

Health Related Resources

While there is much media coverage of the COVID-19 virus it is important to be sure the information is reputable and up to date. Here are 6 sites that will keep you informed:

Mortgage and financial relief:

Canadian banks and lending institutions released statements that they would offer mortgage and financial relief in the form of deferred mortgage payments. Decisions on qualification appear to be made on a case-by-case basis, and the details of each plan changes from day to day so it would be best to check in with lenders directly.

Resources for parents working from home:

This information is provided courtesy of Jessica Carmichael, M.Sc, Pre-Doctoral Psychology Resident, Victoria and Saanich Child and Youth Mental Health