AGP Executive Report
Last update: 31 minutes agoWorkplace Safety & Research: Saskatchewan launched the Sask. Work mobile research lab to bring research-grade injury-prevention tools to workplaces across the province at no cost, aiming to cut injury and illness through real-world data. Public Sector Return-to-Office: Federal departments and agencies plan to spend over $18.7M to reconfigure or acquire office space as many public servants shift to more in-person days, with critics saying the government hasn’t proven it’s cost-effective. Hiring & Skills: New research says cybersecurity employers are more often dealing with skills gaps than staffing shortages, while Canadian cybersecurity job postings hit a seven-quarter high. Labour Policy Watch: Canada’s labour code changes (Bill C-39) are drawing mixed reviews, including debate over strike-related protections and dispute processes. Health Workforce & Care Time: New Brunswick nursing homes are pressing for more funded direct care hours for residents, arguing it’s about dignity and fundamentals of care. Industry & Jobs: Olymel’s modernized Trois-Rivières plant expansion created about 100 jobs and boosts capacity more than fourfold. Corporate HR Impact: Cineplex is considering a potential sale after naming a new CEO and launching a strategic review.
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