VRCA’s Bring Trades to School inspiring students

VRCA’s Bring Trades to School inspiring students

The Vancouver Regional Construction Association (VRCA) is celebrating the ongoing success of its Bring Trades to School (BTS) program. This groundbreaking initiative sparks interest and excitement among students in grades 8 – 12 about careers in skilled trades. Launched in 2024, the BTS program offers hands-on workshops in high-demand trades such as electrical, mechanical, carpentry,…

How the Lego Group Built Culture Change: From the Ground Up

How the Lego Group Built Culture Change: From the Ground Up

  Aleksandar Savic From 2004 to 2015, the Lego Group was on a tear, growing revenue an average of 17% per year. Then growth stalled and sales flattened. In 2017, an outside CEO joined the toy company and chief commercial officer Loren Shuster transitioned to the role of chief people officer. The new leadership team,…

HHS Proposes Changes to HIPAA Security Rule to Enchance Cybersecurity

HHS Proposes Changes to HIPAA Security Rule to Enchance Cybersecurity

The proposed changes would enhance cybersecurity protections for electronic protected health information. Cybersecurity continues to be a forefront issue for healthcare facilities as cyberattacks and data breaches keep ramping up. A survey from Proofpoint and the Ponemon Institute found that 92 percent of healthcare organizations experienced at least one cyberattack in the last 12 months…

East Village public washroom & pickleball court opens

East Village public washroom & pickleball court opens

The Open, a new permanent washroom and adjoining pickleball court in downtown Calgary’s east end, has officially opened. This modest piece of public infrastructure has a social placemaking element that is intended to serve a multi-generational demographic in Calgary’s burgeoning East Village. “As development in East Village progresses and we prepare to welcome hundreds more…

ISS provides education for over 70,000 employees and their families

ISS provides education for over 70,000 employees and their families

ISS is accelerating its social commitment to employee development and education. With more than 70,000 ISS certified qualifications given over the past two years, ISS is quickly advancing towards its pledge of empowering 100,000+ employees or their family members through learning activities by the end of 2025. With 2025 officially begun, ISS announces significant progress…

5 Ways Facilities Managers Can Best Accommodate Their Workforce

5 Ways Facilities Managers Can Best Accommodate Their Workforce

As operations within the logistics industry continue to evolve, facilities managers face new challenges, from labor shortages to shifting employee expectations. In an era where employee well-being and engagement are at the forefront of organizational success, employers must adopt best practices that accommodate and actively support their workforce. High turnover and recruitment struggles remain ongoing…