Human Resources
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About 2,400 Ontario public servants take buyout packages
Treasury Board says the buyout will help the government deal with an $11.7-billion deficit
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Federal government making electronic logs mandatory for truck, bus drivers
The devices track when and how long drivers have been behind the wheel
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Alberta government to bring in bill to alter union wage deals
The move led to a heated tussle with the opposition on renegotiating unionized workers’ contract agreements
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Liberals set to unveil social finance strategy, including $755M in new fund
Under the concept, private backers partner with a group to fund a social program. Public dollars flow in if the partnership produces measurable results
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Minister discusses trade with counterparts on margins of G20
Canada’s trade minister visited Japan, Turkey and South Korea to boost sales for Canadian canola and to discuss future opportunities
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Research highlights health concerns facing drivers
Results of a study on wellness trends within the transportation industry can help companies reduce risk exposure and ensure better employee health and wellness
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SNC-Lavalin CEO Neil Bruce retires, Ian Edwards named interim CEO [UPDATED]
Bruce, who took the helm in October 2015, is expected to remain an adviser to the board until the end of the year
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Energy unions ratify four-year national collective agreement
Unifor energy workers have ratified a national agreement covering gains in wages, severance, and rules on addressing domestic violence
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Extradition hearing for Huawei CFO Meng Wanzhou set for early next year
The U.S. Department of Justice has laid charges of conspiracy, fraud and obstruction against China’s Huawei and Meng
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Ontario government to cap public sector wage increases
The legislation applies to most MUSH markets – universities and colleges, K-12 schools, and hospitals – except municipalities, including their fire and police services
