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06/15/2026

A simple reminder for anyone working toward a goal.

Progress doesn’t always happen in big leaps. Sometimes it’s one application submitted, one new skill learned, one conversation started, or one small step forward.

The clock never stops moving, and neither should we. Stay focused on your purpose, keep learning, keep growing, and trust that consistent effort will lead to results.

No matter where you are in your career, business, or personal journey, keep going. Your future is built by what you do today.

06/12/2026

Many employees believe that being on probation means they have no workplace rights. That’s a common misconception.

Here are a few important facts:

✅ You are still protected by human rights legislation.
An employer cannot terminate employment for discriminatory reasons related to age, race, gender, disability, religion, or other protected grounds.

✅ You must be paid for all hours worked.
Minimum wage, overtime rules, and workplace safety requirements generally still apply during probation.

✅ You have the right to a safe workplace.
Employers must provide a safe work environment and proper training regardless of your employment status.

✅ Review your employment contract carefully.
Probation periods are often outlined in employment agreements, including expectations and termination provisions.

⚠️ Important:
In many provinces, employers may have greater flexibility to end employment during a probation period. However, this does not mean employees lose all legal protections.

Career Tip:
Use your probation period not only to prove your skills but also to evaluate whether the company is the right fit for you.

Useful resources:
1. Government of Canada – Workplace Rights and Responsibilities https://www.canada.ca/en/services/jobs/workplace.html
2. Government of Alberta – Employment Standards https://www.alberta.ca/employment-standards

06/08/2026

When considering a job offer, don’t focus only on the pay rate. A strong benefits package can add significant value to your overall compensation.

Many Canadian employers offer:
1. Extended health coverage
2. Dental benefits
3. Life and disability insurance
4. Retirement savings plans (RRSP matching)
5. Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)

📊 Did you know?
According to Statistics Canada, 66.8% of Canadian employees had access to workplace medical or dental benefits in 2024.

Before accepting your next job offer, ask:

❓ What benefits are included?
❓ When do benefits start?
❓ Does the employer offer RRSP matching?
❓ What services are covered?

Sometimes the best job offer isn’t the one with the highest salary - it’s the one that provides the strongest overall compensation package.

Which employee benefit matters most to you?

Resource:
https://www.canada.ca/en/financial-consumer-agency/services/first-job.html

06/05/2026

06/04/2026

Distortion can derail a project — and it's more preventable than you think.

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06/01/2026

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06/01/2026

🚀 Edmonton Career Fair & Training Expo – July 9, 2026

Meet employers, explore job opportunities, and connect with training providers all in one place.

Whether you’re a newcomer, student, or looking for a career change—this is your chance to move forward.

💼 Need help with your resume or interview prep before the event? Support is available.

Register here:
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06/01/2026

British Columbia’s Minimum Wage Increases to $18.25 per Hour Starting June 1, 2026

As of June 1, 2026, British Columbia’s general minimum wage will increase from $17.85 to $18.25 per hour, representing a 2.1% increase based on the province’s average inflation rate in 2025.

The increase will also apply to:
- Resident caretakers
- Live-in home-support workers
- Live-in camp leaders
- App-based ride-hailing and delivery service workers

This annual adjustment is part of B.C.’s legislated approach to linking minimum wage increases to inflation, helping workers maintain their purchasing power while providing employers with greater predictability. Approximately 141,300 employees in B.C. earned minimum wage or less in 2025.

With this increase, British Columbia continues to maintain one of the highest minimum wages in Canada.

For HR professionals, employers, and employees, this change serves as an important reminder to review payroll systems, employment contracts, and compensation practices to ensure compliance before June 1.
Resource link: https://hrnewscanada.com/b-c-minimum-wage-set-to-rise-to-18-25-per-hour-on-june-1/

06/01/2026

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05/28/2026

Whether you are an employee, employer, manager, or HR professional, understanding employment standards is essential for maintaining a fair, productive, and legally compliant workplace.

🇨🇦 Federal Labour Standards (Canada)

Employees working in federally regulated industries (such as banking, telecommunications, interprovincial transportation, and federal Crown corporations) are generally entitled to:

✔ Standard hours of work: 8 hours per day and 40 hours per week
✔ Overtime pay: Minimum 1.5 times the regular wage rate after standard hours are exceeded
✔ At least one full day of rest per week
✔ Paid annual vacation starting at 2 weeks after one year of employment, increasing with years of service

🍁 Alberta Employment Standards

For most Alberta workplaces:

✔ Overtime is generally payable after more than 8 hours per day or 44 hours per week, whichever results in the greater amount of overtime
✔ Overtime pay is at least 1.5 times the employee’s regular wage rate
✔ Employees are entitled to a 30-minute break after working more than 5 consecutive hours
✔ Most employees cannot be required to work more than 12 hours in a day unless exceptions apply

🏖 Vacation Entitlements in Alberta

After 1 year of employment:
• 2 weeks of vacation
• 4% vacation pay

After 5 years of employment:
• 3 weeks of vacation
• 6% vacation pay

Employment standards are more than legal requirements—they are fundamental workplace protections that support employee well-being, work-life balance, productivity, and organizational success.

As workplaces continue to evolve, staying informed about labour standards helps employers remain compliant and empowers employees to understand their rights and responsibilities.

Official Resources:
- Government of Canada – Federal Labour Standards: https://www.canada.ca/en/services/jobs/workplace/federal-labour-standards.html
- Employment standards rules – Hours of work and rest: https://www.alberta.ca/hours-work-rest
- Employment standards rules – Overtime hours and overtime pay: https://www.alberta.ca/overtime-hours-overtime-pay
- Employment standards rules – Vacations and vacation pay: https://www.alberta.ca/vacation-pay