By Jean-Nicolas Reyt, McGill University Nine out of 10 Canadians are interested in a four-day work week, according to a recent survey, making it their most desirable benefit ahead of health care, …
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By Frédéric Dimanche, Toronto Metropolitan University and Irene Huertas-Valdivia, Universidad Rey Juan Carlos It’s summer and that means high season and busy times for the tourism sector. According to the …
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Opinion/Commentary
Loneliness in the workplace is greatest among men with traditional views about being the breadwinner
By Marlee Bower, University of Sydney; Ferdi Botha, The University of Melbourne, and Mark Deady, UNSW Sydney Loneliness affects everyone at different times. Although it is well documented men are …
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Occupational Health & SafetyOpinion/Commentary
Despite Ontario workers’ compensation reforms, migrant workers are still being left behind
By Stephanie Mayell, University of Toronto; Janet McLaughlin, Wilfrid Laurier University, and Jenna L Hennebry, Wilfrid Laurier University Migrant agricultural workers are employed in one of Canada’s most hazardous industries. …
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By Constantin Colonescu, MacEwan University On July 1, Greece introduced a six-day work week for some categories of employees, namely those working for private businesses that provide 24/7 services. The …
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By Ena Chadha, York University, Canada Police in Canada recently charged Frank Stronach, the founder of auto parts manufacturer Magna International, with multiple sexual offences dating back to 1977. The …
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Opinion/CommentaryProfessional Misconduct
Professional misconduct can end a career – who should get a second chance?
By Marta Rychert, Massey University; Kate Diesfeld, Auckland University of Technology, and Lois Surgenor, University of Otago We all make mistakes at work. And many factors can contribute to professional …
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ImmigrationOpinion/Commentary
Why Canada must act urgently to give undocumented migrants legal status
By Delphine Nakache, L’Université d’Ottawa/University of Ottawa; Idil Atak, Toronto Metropolitan University; Jason Foster, Athabasca University, and Luin Goldring, York University, Canada Since the Canadian government announced in December 2021 …
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By Ilona Dougherty, University of Waterloo; Amelia Clarke, University of Waterloo, and Ana Ferrer, University of Waterloo There is no shortage of hand-wringing about young people and the hours they …
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Opinion/Commentary
How blockchain technology could help to prevent child labour in global supply chains
By Umair Choksy, University of Stirling How would you feel if the phone in your pocket or the chocolate treat you just enjoyed was made using child labour? The idea …