National Day For Truth and Reconciliation is on September 30th
Each year, September 30th marks the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. This federal statutory holiday was created through legislative amendments made by Parliament last year. The day honors children who never returned home, the Survivors of residential schools and their families and communities. Public commemoration of the tragic and painful history and ongoing impacts of residential schools is a vital component of the reconciliation process. go2HR offices will be closed and encourages all to spend time learning more about this critical part of our shared Canadian history.
On September 27th in honor of World Tourism Day, CMHA BC division and IRS Practitioner, Trevor Bird hosted a webinar called Mental Health & Wellbeing - A (Top) Chef's Perspective, where 95 people attended.
Trevor truly captured the participants and had them nodding in resonance while sharing his journey that brought him to where he is now. He offered a lens into the different aspects of ourselves through the imagery of a dining room filled with guests, helping us to explore what our hard yes's and no's are at work, and what we turn to when we're struggling. One piece of advice he shared, "leadership is holding two truths, yours and mine."
Thank you to everyone who attended Trevor's session on September 27th. Please take a moment (5 mintues max) to tell us what you thought of the webinar. We'd greatly appreciate your feedback as this helps us plan for future webinars and trainings. Please take the survey below.
The Tourism and Hospitality labour force increased by 1% to 367,000 in August 2022 from 363,500 in July 2022. The increase was most significant in the Accommodation sector. Data suggests that the overall industry labour force is now above its pre-COVID level (367,000 in August 2022 compared to 358,500 in August 2019).
The average hourly earnings in BC’s Tourism and Hospitality sector have been steady with some fluctuation between $22 to $25 over the past two years. Average hourly earnings by sector ranged from $20 to $33 in August 2022. The Transportation and Recreation and Entertainment sectors had the highest average hourly earnings, while the Food and Beverage sector reported the lowest.
Save the Date: SPARK Conference is on November 15th
Created for hoteliers, liquor retailers, and hospitality owners and managers, the BC Hotel & Liquor Conference, SPARK will bring together BC's hospitality industry for an array of informative and industry-driven sessions on November 15th. Don't miss out on this exciting collaborative event from BCHA and ABLE BC.
Safer Spaces: Employer and Supervisor Training Course
Have you signed up for Safer Spaces, go2HR’s training course, designed to create sexual harassment free workplaces in the BC Tourism and Hospitality industry? The course is self-paced and takes a total of three hours to complete. Safer Spaces was designed by a team of experts convened by go2HR. The project team is united by a commitment to reduce the stigma around workplace sexual harassment and a desire to champion the topic as an integral element of workplace education and training.
Did you know that BC is the most seismically active area of Canada? There are thousands of minor earthquakes in BC each year. Register for the Great Shake Out and join others on October 20th at 10:20 am where you can practice how to "Drop, Cover and Hold On" during the Great Shakeout Earthquake Drill. You can learn how to run an earthquake drill and download industry specific drill information from their website.
COR Internal Auditor Training Program is on October 13th
Are you interested in becoming a health and safety champion at your workplace? Don't delay and sign up today for go2HR's Certificate of Recognition (COR) Internal Auditor Training program on October 13th. These virtual, interactive sessions will help you to learn what it takes to be a COR Employer.
Emergencies and disasters can happen at any time and without warning. The more prepared you are for them, the better you are able to respond. This resource will help employers plan for emergencies and also develop effective procedures for evacuating your workplace.
Create your dream team through inclusive hiring! With over 20% of Canadians having a disability, attracting and retaining diverse talent is crucial for growing your workforce. Many employers in BC are recognizing the benefits of inclusive hiring practices. For example, did you know that inclusive companies are 120% more likely to hit financial targets? Get started with the Disability Inclusive Employer Self-Assessment Tool.
Onboarding New Staff? Take Your Time and Do It Right
Taking the time and investment to properly onboard new employees shouldn’t be underestimated as better trained employees are more likely to stay with the organization. Given the current labour shortage, it makes good business sense to nurture your relationship with your newest employees. We’ve got some great tips to help you onboard new staff.
Do Your Part for Workplace Wellness: Sign Up for CARE Certificate Training
Take advantage of this offer for the Workplace CARE Certificate, a FREE staff training and workplace certificate program for the Tourism and Hospitality industry. This training is offered through the ongoing collaboration between go2HR and Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) BC Division.
Workplace CARE Level 1: Primary Concerns by Not 9 to 5 is a self-paced virtual course. You’ll be able to check-in with a learning coach when you have questions.
Have you checked out the HUB lately? It’s a great one-stop-shop for mental health resources specific to the Tourism and Hospitality industry.
The BC Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA BC) and go2HR have partnered to create an online portal for mental health and wellness resources specifically for the Tourism and Hospitality industry. The portal includes information and resources about mental health, access to training, coaching support and more. Workplace mental health has never been more important. Take some time to explore all the resources and be sure to check back often, as it is regularly updated.
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