In a paradoxical trend, Canadian and U.S. employees are both highly engaged and highly stressed—especially middle managers. A new Gallup report reveals the toll of increasing complexity, unclear authority, and lack of mental health supports in the workplace.
As thousands of young British Columbians enter the workforce this summer, WorkSafeBC is urging employers to prioritize training, supervision, and youth safety — with nearly 7,000 young workers injured each year.
Many Canadian workers crave better work-life balance in the summer — but a new survey shows that instead of unplugging, they’re faking sick days and logging off in secret to make the most of warmer weather.
Over half of Canadian women who haven’t yet tried virtual care say they’re open to it — a growing trend as more face gaps in traditional health systems. Employers are in a unique position to help close the access gap.
New data from Telus Health’s mental-health index shows that two out of five Canadian employees are living under constant stress — with significantly lower mental health scores and rising risks for anxiety and depression.
As more employees take mental health leave, a new survey shows many still work while off — with after-hours pressure and poor sleep compounding workplace burnout.
Mental health disorders now make up nearly 40% of all long-term disability claims in Canada. Adjustment and anxiety disorders are rising — and employers must act now to support workers’ mental health.
TELUS Health’s 2025 Drug Data Trends report shows modest increases in employer drug plan spending in 2024. While generic and biosimilar options helped slow growth, specialty drugs—including high-cost weight-loss and inflammatory medications—drove much of the increase.
Recent Canadian rulings have underscored the risks employers face when disciplining workers without explicit contractual authority.
A new University of Regina report reveals rising workplace fatalities in B.C., especially in construction and manufacturing. Experts are calling for improved data collection, faster reporting, and better protections to address this alarming trend.