Flu Vaccines
Why should people get vaccinated against the flu? Influenza or the flu is a serious acute condition that can lead to hospitalization and sometimes even death. Every flu season is […]
Termination of Employees on Long Term Disability
Question: How long should/must an employer keep an individual in employment when that individual has been off on long term disability? Answer: It depends… really! Key Concepts in Law Workplace
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ASSOCIUM GAIN turns 20 years old!
At the beginning of October we will be celebrating our 20th birthday helping the not for profit sector save on their operating and administrative costs. On behalf of all of
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Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis (OA) is the most common type of arthritis, affecting more than one in 10 Canadians. OA is the result of the body’s failed attempt to repair damaged cartilage. Cartilage
HR’s Violent Language
ASSOCIUM Consultants is a strong proponent of knowledge sharing. Beyond this goal of knowledge sharing and encouraging client dialogue on topical issues within the HR spectrum we also think it’s
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ASSOCIUM Community Chest
The ASSOCIUM Community Chest (ACC) represents our commitment to helping build sustainable communities. We believe that true equality for people comes through economic independence and the opportunity to pursue their
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Recognizing Gas and Gas Pain
For most people, the symptoms of Gas and Gas Pain are obvious. Every one has gas. Most people pass gas 13 to 21 times a day. Gas related symptoms include: Voluntary
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Insurance for Managing Human Capital Risks
Unlike some forms of workplace insurance, there is no legislated requirement to have established job evaluation or compensation systems: this is a mixed blessing for some small to medium size
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Corns and Calluses
What are Corns and Calluses? Corns A corn is a small area of skin which has become thickened due to increased pressure on the area. A corn is roughly round
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Short Term Disability Management
Outsource it, do it yourself or do nothing? Being without an employee for a few weeks due to illness or injury can cause hardship for an employer, other employees and,
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Shared Services as a Change Model
To Change Or Not To Change People in general tend to resist change. Shaped by experience and habit, momentum tends to keep them on the same path forward. Even when
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Insect Bites and Stings
Insect bites and stings are common and usually only cause minor irritation. However, some stings can be painful and trigger a serious allergic reaction. An insect bites you by making
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