Employee Training and Development is used by organizations to develop the knowledge, skills and abilities of employees in its workforce.  It's an investment in the people who are a fundamental part of the business and who make an impact on the quality, costs and value of products and services being offered to customers. Sound Training and Development Programs are designed with the goal of making a "return on investment" (ROI) towards attaining the organization's goals or performance objectives.  

An effective performance management system helps the leadership team, managers and employees communicate goals, share information, foster learning and development, and explore career progression opportunities.  Organization goals and objectives are supported on a day-to-day basis with effective employee communication designed to manage workplace conflict as it arises and with well-designed Disciplinary Action Processes and Employee Reward Programs.  

Issues relating to diversity and inclusion such as recruitment and retention, employer reputation, employer branding and meeting employer legal and human rights requirements are gaining more attention from employees, managers and business owners in Canada. Diversity encompasses all of the ways in which individual people differ, while inclusion is creating a culture that embraces, respects, accepts, and values diversity. Employers have a significant influence on society and can play an important role in making our communities better places to live.  Fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace can improve the employee experience and drive the success of your company as a whole, but commitment to it starts with the leaders at your organization.  

Involuntary termination is when an employer fires or terminates an employee due to poor performance, just cause, for economic reasons, or for any other reason for which they feel the employee’s services are no longer required. While dismissing an employee is never pleasant, it needn’t be stressful. You can conduct a termination in a professional manner and minimize the risk of legal action simply by being prepared and following best practices.