A number of strategic human resources challenges are driving Calgary area employers to re-think their approach to traditional means of working and ‘value proposition’ with employees. These include:

• A strong economy and increasing shortages of skilled employees in many professions, trades and labour groups
• Confirmation by numerous surveys and reports by leading workplace researchers and consulting firms that there are opportunities to increase employee engagement, with resulting positive effects on customer service, stakeholder relationships, productivity and morale
• Increasing social, financial and productivity costs related to mental health concerns, some of which can be linked to work/family concerns

Families in our community are also under pressure which has an impact on the future of our community – children and youth. The Families Friendly Workplace Group invite you to explore information and resources in this site related to effectively balancing work, life and family.