HR | Beyond Complaints and Conflict: Rebuilding Trust

When a harassment complaint or conflict arises in the workplace, attention often focuses on legal obligations, the investigation, and the measures to be taken out of fear of complaints filed with the CNESST… However, this approach is often a last resort. In many situations, warning signs—such as recurring tensions, communication problems, or disrespectful behavior—had already […]

Amyot Gélinas Honored for His Commitment to Student Retention

Amyot Gélinas is proud to have received the Award for Employers Committed to Student Retention at the 25th Excellence Gala hosted by the Cœur des Laurentides Chamber of Commerce. This award highlights the firm’s commitment to supporting students and interns who choose to balance their studies with work, while providing them with an environment conducive […]

Internal Controls in Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises

When we talk about internal controls, we might think of them as a concept reserved for large corporations, which have compliance departments and audit committees. However, gaps in the controls of small and medium-sized businesses can be costly for them and are often driven by a lack of understanding of risks, understaffed teams, and procedures […]

Tariffs: 4 HR Strategies to Protect Your Workforce

U.S. tariffs are creating uncertainty for many businesses. In response, the federal and provincial governments have announced support measures to help affected organizations retain jobs, develop skills, improve productivity, and diversify their markets. Evaluating Job Retention Solutions The main federal measure announced is the Job Retention and Workforce Transition Program, which will combine the Work-Sharing […]

OQLF – Are you compliant as an employer?

Since the adoption of Bill 96 in 2022, which reinforces the Charter of the French Language, Quebec employers’ obligations to the Office québécois de la langue française (OQLF) have increased considerably. More than just a linguistic issue, this is now a genuine human resources compliance and risk management issue for employers. Employers must ensure that […]

What if your company supported a social cause?

In a more difficult socio-economic context, companies are increasingly called upon to play an active role in their communities. Supporting a social cause is no longer limited to a one-off philanthropic gesture: it is now part of a structuring commitment, at once human, social and strategic, that benefits companies and employees alike… and above all, […]

Mental health: how to reduce risks… and make a real difference

Mental health is now the leading cause of work stoppage in Quebec, ahead of physical health problems. Insurers report that by 2024 and 2025, up to 40% of disability claims will be related to psychological health issues, a proportion that has been rising steadily in recent years. Behind these figures lie very concrete realities: work […]

Bill 25: a challenge and an opportunity for HR

Often associated with cybersecurity, Bill 25 also profoundly affects human resources. Human resources professionals and business leaders, who handle employees’ personal information on a daily basis, are at the heart of compliance. Understanding Bill 25 This reform modernizes Quebec’s privacy laws and strengthens the right to privacy. It applies to any organization that collects, uses […]

HR procedures: a solid foundation for harmonious labor relations

These days, human resources management can’t be improvised; it needs clear, organized foundations. It’s often assumed that all companies have structured documentation, such as employment contracts or company policy manuals. However, in small and medium-sized businesses, this is unfortunately not always the case, and increases the risk of non-compliance with current legislation, such as the […]

Office parties for safe celebrations!

The traditional end-of-year or Christmas party is an important time to celebrate achievements, thank teams and strengthen cohesion. These festivities contribute to a sense of belonging and corporate culture. But beware: your legal obligations don’t take time off! Even if the event takes place outside normal working hours and off the premises, the employer remains […]