Today, Bell Let’s Talk shines a spotlight on mental health, sparking important conversations and raising awareness. But while today serves as a powerful reminder, as leaders, we have a responsibility to make mental health a priority every day—not just on days like this.Over the past...
Innovation in the context of government and digital transformation refers to the adoption of new technologies, processes, and approaches to improve the efficiency, accessibility, and responsiveness of public services. As the world becomes increasingly digital, Canadians expect their government to provide seamless, user-friendly services that...
Throughout my career, I’ve learned the importance of self-advocacy - the ability to express one’s interests, needs, and concerns in a way that promotes personal well-being and professional growth. At the same time, I’ve learned how to do the same for others by listening to...
The use of technology to enable hashtag hybrid work is often top of mind for many organizations.While not the sole solution, technology for many forms the backbone of a hybrid work model. From communication platforms to project management tools, organizations must invest in and adopt technologies...
Breaks are not a luxury, they are essential. Let me repeat that. Taking breaks is essential for both our productivity and overall well-being. Work breaks play a crucial role in supporting mental health by reducing stress levels, enhancing focus and concentration, fostering creativity and problem-solving,...
Returning from time off can sometimes feel overwhelming, but fear not, we can quickly regain momentum and reduce those Sunday scaries. Here are just a few ways you can get organized and back on track:1️⃣ Dive into your inbox and respond to urgent emails and...
In the public service, proving oneself to secure growth opportunities or promotions can often involve a lot more steps than those finding themselves in the private sector. We hear it all the time: “Private sector companies can see talent and promote it, public sector requires...
Next week, for the first time in three years, our team members in Ottawa, Montreal, Toronto, Halifax, Victoria and Edmonton will all be united for a team retreat.Even with reduced travel budgets, investing in team retreats remains important in the context of hybrid work. These...
This week is Mental Health Week. As part of this week, organizations everywhere -hopefully- put the spotlight on mental health and reflected on what’s working, what’s not and what could be improved to improve employee wellness. However, this exercise shouldn’t be done once a year...
There’s an unspoken reality on hybrid work that we haven’t fully (or have barely) addressed in our change communications that I feel needs our attention … I recognize there are many realities, barriers and systemic problems that need to be addressed within the public sector...