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The Importance of Non-Competition Provisions
February 10, 2009
A recent decision of the Supreme Court of Canada underscored the importance of including non-competition and non-solicitation provisions in contracts of employment. It also made the point that senior managers who leave a company have an obligation not to take actions that will damage their former employer's business, even if that obligation is not specifically set out in their written contract of employment.
The Inaugural Speech
January 21, 2009
The inauguration of President Obama, as the 44th President of the United States, marks a powerful, pivotal moment in American history. Yesterday, the world watched and celebrated in record-breaking turnouts as Washington ushered in what many are calling a "new era of change".
The Great Media Bias
January 13, 2009
Could media be held legally liable if exaggerated reports of the global economic crisis prove to further decrease consumer confidence and actually worsen the situation?
Get the best in 2009
December 22, 2008
Yes, the economic climate is real and yes, it is important to be prudent, yet life goes on.
Water World
December 09, 2008
The role of water in global trade is increasingly becoming an issue for social scientists and policy makers.
Emerging "Green Economy" Could Create Millions
November 25, 2008
Efforts to tackle climate change could
The Auto Bailout
November 21, 2008
US auto industry giants GM, Ford and Chrysler are gaining momentum in their bid to tap TARP funds - the highly debated $700 billion ‘Troubled Asset Relief Program’passed by US Congress last month. Of course, this isn’t the first time the US auto industry has asked for government assistance.
BC Court of Appeal Clarifies the Meaning of "Discrimination" under the BC Human Rights Code
November 14, 2008
The British Columbia Human Rights Code protects employees with disabilities from discrimination with respect to their employment. But does the Human Rights Code require an employer to accommodate an employee who is guilty of stealing alcohol because he suffers from a disability, namely alcohol dependency?
Private Health Care A Growing Business in Canada
October 30, 2008
Procedures, such as plastic surgery, that are not covered under the Canada Health Act have historically been provided by private practitioners. In recent years, however, doctors and entrepreneurs in the medical field have started to offer services that are covered under the national health program. Economically speaking, they are filling a demand.
"Question-Dodgers"
October 24, 2008
A fascinating new study released by faculty at Harvard Business School reveals how people often fail to notice when somebody is giving them a different answer in an attempt to “dodge”their original question.
2009 Vacation planner available
October 13, 2008
2009 Vacation planner is available for download.
The Financial Crisis: Impact on Canada
October 03, 2008
The upheaval in the U.S. financial industry has fundamentally altered the outlook for both the global and Canadian economies, analysts say.
Coverage: Wall Street Crisis
September 19, 2008
Bear Stearns, Lehman Brothers, and Merrill Lynch. As the world watched, some of the biggest names on Wall Street disappeared - literally overnight - and reports now say the only certain thing we can know is that the "era of unbridled free-market economy in the US has passed.
"Bad faith" and punitive damages curtailed by Supreme Court of Canada
August 29, 2008
The recent decision by the Supreme Court of Canada in the Keays v. Honda Canada Inc. case brings some good news for employers.
Regulating Canadian Immigration Consultants: CSIC's Authority Re-affirmed
August 15, 2008
The Canadian Society of Immigration Consultants (CSIC) was vindicated as the "gatekeeper to the profession of immigration consultant(s)" last month.
A Green News Roundup
August 08, 2008
Soon it will mandatory in California for cars to be labeled witha "global warming score."
What Type of Networker are you?
July 11, 2008
Networking is a powerful business and life tool, used in an appropriate and consistent manner it really can bring you anything you want in your business and life.
Seven Ways to Maximize the Value of Networking Meetings
May 23, 2008
Marketing yourself through networking is essential for ongoing career and professional success. Here are seven ways to maximize the value of professional networking meetings.
The Net Result: How Internet Blogging Has Transformed The Everyday Workplace
May 08, 2008
Blog - Facebook - MySpace - YouTube: Four words that have not only changed today’s lexicon, but have also created new issues for today’s employers. Incidents of “blogging gone bad”are steadily appearing in workplaces.
10,000 Women
April 25, 2008
Arguably, investing in education for women may have the highest social return of any investment.
Greenwashing
March 28, 2008
Have no doubt. Greenwashing comes in a sophisticated package. We may not always detect the extent to which we are "greenwashed," and this is exactly the intent. Like whitewashing, the term it is derived from, greenwashing masks the truth with a glossy image, the right spin, and a captivating design.
Online Ad Spending – Are you investing in Social Networking?
March 06, 2008
In terms of online advertising and marketing, companies have a lot to gain by investing in websites like MySpace and Facebook, the current two 'network giants'.
In fact, with more marketers experimenting with this new medium, worldwide online social network ad spending is projected to jump from $1.2 billion in 2007 to $2.1 billion in 2008. By 2011, it is projected to be at $4.1 billion.
The Clean Coal Debate
February 28, 2008
Given that coal is also the world’s largest source of C02 emissions – the main culprit in global warming –coal plants are at the top of the list of global warming threats cited by climate scientists.
Burning Coal - The Clean Way
February 21, 2008
Burning coal to generate electricity is one of our planet’s major sources of carbon emissions –the primary gas blamed for global warming. Producing electricity with coal is therefore one of the pivotal issues in the conflict between our energy needs and our environmental needs.
Out of the Red and into the Green: Transitioning your company from paper to paperless
January 03, 2008
Electronic agreements and digital signatures are no longer the future; they are here and ready to ease the burden on many aspects of business communication.
Designing a Team
December 12, 2007
Jesse Hopps finds himself in a position familiar to many employers these days. He is running a successful business and has ambitious plans to grow it, but finding the right people to help him build his enterprise isn’t easy.
By-passed Oil Revitalizing the Economy
December 04, 2007
New developments in technology are making bypassed oil a resource that could potentially increase the United State’s crude oil reserves by 10 times the amount.
Doors Open Wide for International Students
November 27, 2007
For all the talk of building walls and reducing traffic through America's borders, there's one group of visitors who continue to enter the United States in record numbers. And Americans are enthusiastic to have them.
The Next Generation Builds Green
November 06, 2007
Over 55 million students in the United States spend their days in schools that are hazardous to their health. This is because conventional schools are designed to only meet minimum code, which holds no specific objective towards creating healthy and productive learning environments.
Private Health Care A Growing Business in Canada
October 30, 2007
Procedures, such as plastic surgery, that are not covered under the Canada Health Act have historically been provided by private practitioners. In recent years, however, doctors and entrepreneurs in the medical field have started to offer services that are covered under the national health program. Economically speaking, they are filling a demand.
The Business of Emergency Preparation
October 09, 2007
A recent report in the New York Times cited numbers from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics that estimate a need for 14,000 emergency-management specialists by 2012, which would mean an increase of nearly 3,000 positions in 10 years.
The Science of Intention
September 05, 2007
One recently-published book on the subject is The Intention Experiment, written by science writer and award-winning journalist Lynne McTaggart. By posing the question: Can our thoughts influence the world around us?; McTaggart makes a comprehensive investigation of the subject in her study of athletes; analysis of the leading evidence in neuroscience; psychology; and the latest findings in physics.
Impact of a Declining Dollar
August 29, 2007
In what seems like a cruel trick typically reserved for parlour games, Todd Ariss has witnessed his revenues shrink before his disbelieving eyes. The now-you-see-it-now-you-don’t switch is a result of the evaporating worth of the U.S. dollar.
A Profitable Investment
July 04, 2007
Monica Villasenor believes commercial real estate is a profitable sector that anybody can invest in. Her own experience proves it.
US Labor Market - March 2007
April 11, 2007
Although the US economy seems to be slowing slightly according to recent reports, the March Employment Situation Report released by the U.S. Department of Labor shows that the labor market is still in great shape.
A Choice Of Where To Live For Skilled Workers
April 04, 2007
Leaving home is a part of life. Relocating to a far-flung destination, though, is largely a result of politics and economics.
Wellness In The Workforce
March 14, 2007
Considering how the majority of people spend at least a third of their day or more at their workplace, it is no wonder then that workplace environments have a major influence on national chronic health issues such as obesity, diabetes and cardiovascular disease.
Online Advertising: A Growing Domain
March 07, 2007
With the growing number of online users, the audience of online advertising is anticipated to be huge. Businesses can capitalize on this by using the internet to keep in touch with customers through newsletters, chat rooms, and promotions on their websites.
Finding The Market Price
February 28, 2007
Finding a reliable resource on current market compensation rates can be a frustrating, time consuming and expensive endeavor. Employers searching for current salary rate information typically will find they need to pay for it, and even then, the information available to purchase is usually released once a year, causing the information to become outdated soon after the data is released.
Up For Debate: Bush's Healthcare Reform Proposal - Part 2
February 07, 2007
Last week, we looked at the details of Bush’s new health care proposal. This week, we will look at what supporters and opponents of the plan are saying.
Up for Debate: Bush's Healthcare Reform Proposal - Part 1
January 31, 2007
President George Bush recently unveiled his plans for health care reform with a new proposal aimed at reducing the number of people without coverage, as well as addressing tax code disparities within the current American health care system.
Labour Optimization
January 10, 2007
Reduce unneeded overtime; create a more flexible workforce; and match labour to customer demand. These are the challenges that face modern management as companies seek to reduce the amount they spend on labour, while at the same time try to increase the quality of their service to customers and clients.
Positive Global News Events Of 2006
December 28, 2006
Please enjoy our end of year “round-up”of some of the more positive news events, trends, research and initiatives that occurred in 2006.
Social Networking: The Virtual Way
October 25, 2006
MySpace, Facebook, Friendster, Craigslist, LinkedIn, Nerve, Meetup, Tickle and SecondLife.com – ask any of your twenty to thirty-something co-workers or cohorts, and chances are they’ll know exactly what you’re talking about.
Where Houses Lead, Will US Consumers Follow?
October 18, 2006
Homebuilding isn't a large enough sector to bring the US economy to its knees on its own, but would be if household spending is destined to follow the housing market´s dramatic cooling.
Smart Productivity
September 20, 2006
Roland Pujol’s life leapt from fast-paced to warp speed one moment 16 months ago. The moment occurred when the New York based reporter purchased the latest in the recent trend of Personal Digital Assistants: the Treo Smartphone.
On The Wire - Part 2
September 06, 2006
In a recent panel discussion in New York at the Associated Press, former Vietnam reporter and bureau chief, Richard Pyle, commented, "The military was remarkable in Vietnam -- they not only didn't try to censor us, they made every accommodation to us. There's never been a situation quite like that anywhere."
On The Wire: Telegraphy, Commerce And The Associated Press
August 09, 2006
For years, sociologists, philosophers and anthropologists have studied the effects of media on society and how news shapes the way people think. However, the news profession, as a product and a purveyor of information, also drives technological innovation and new modes of business.
Cell Phones Dial Into Kids Markets
August 01, 2006
Giving the order to "come home now" has never been so easy for a parent to
deliver. The cell-phone industry has targeted the preteen market with so many
choices and products you might think the craze was inspired by a George Lucas
movie.
Single Mothers Make Gains
June 07, 2006
The Canadian Government has just released some startling economic and employment statistics that provide insight into the economic status of single-mother families in Canada - the number of which have risen dramatically (70%) over the past twenty years.
The Windy City Goes Green
May 24, 2006
Chicago wants to re-invent itself again, this time as the “Greenest city in America.”At the spurring of Mayor Richard M. Daley, who took office in 1989, Chicago has been transformed into one of the most attractive cities in the US.
Ten Trends To Watch
May 03, 2006
Companies that tap into the wave of current trends and developments are more likely to succeed than those who struggle against them.
Multi-Sided Markets: More Platforms For Business
April 17, 2006
Multi-sided markets are certainly not a new phenomenon. Yet it has only been within the last few years that economists have begun to view these markets as entities within their own right, unique in the way they unite two or more markets that seemingly have nothing to do with each other into one platform.
Google @ Animal Farm
March 08, 2006
Then: "Google does not censor the results for any search term." Now: "It is Google's policy not to censor search results. However, in response to local laws, regulations or policies, we may do so."
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