03.30.21
It’s been a nutty year. The COVID-19 pandemic that forced many organizations to transition from in-person to virtual has turned online video meetings into an all too common chore for many. To keep employees from tuning out during [...]
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05.29.20
When there is damage caused by water within a Strata complex, many ask the question “whose responsibility is it to repair the damage from the water?” The above has been a lively topic of discussion with Strata Councils, [...]
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04.21.20
The recent significant increase in employees working from home as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic brings with it an increased risk of cyber-security threats. Cyber-criminals are well aware that IT departments and cyber-security groups are stretched thin [...]
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04.21.20
The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic has caused unprecedented changes for many industries. As social distancing is encouraged and some provinces issue stay-at-home or shelter-in-place orders for all non-essential employees, many employers are asking their employees to work [...]
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04.21.20
During the current COVID-19 pandemic, most businesses and organizations that provide non-essential services have been required to close across Canada. As a result, many buildings and structures will be sitting idle for an unknown period of time. Organizations are [...]
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08.28.19
While you may think your business would never be the victim of a crime, the harsh reality is that nearly every business can become a victim. In this day and age, criminals (including employees) do not need direct [...]
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04.30.19
In the last year, an alarming majority of Canadian establishments reported falling victim to multiple cyber attacks, according to a recent report by Carbon Black. These breaches are not only incredibly costly to the organizations and encouraging to [...]
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08.14.18
Professional liability—sometimes called Errors and Omissions (E&O) liability—results from errors or omissions in the performance of professional services. *** Sound On***
Insurance (really anything insurance related) is never the highlight of one's day... that being said - It’s a good [...]
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07.23.17
What is an Exit Interview?
Exit interviews are conducted by Human Resources when an employee is leaving the company. Some employers limit these interviews to employees who are resigning or retiring voluntarily, but some will conduct them for terminated [...]
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07.23.17
There are a number of things to take into consideration before taking out a business loan. While business loans are a great way to grow your business, they should not be taken lightly. To avoid damaging your finances or [...]
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07.23.17
Meetings – sometimes amazing, sometimes painful, yet an inevitable component to any workplace. Not only are they are a primary method for employees to interface and discuss ongoing projects, but they can also encourage team building. Despite their inevitability, meetings [...]
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07.22.17
You better watch out, you better not cry, cyber attacks are coming to town
Sadly, anybody that uses a computer is at risk of a various forms of cyber attacks. DUN-DUN-DUNNNNN! A friend of mine was recently a victim [...]
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07.22.17
Often people assume construction fraud is perpetrated by dishonest companies against the client, but construction fraud is a two-way street. Meaning, fraud of all kinds is prevalent across every type of construction project and according to BDO Canada, [...]
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