On April 6, the Québec government announced the new Programme actions concertées pour le maintien en emploi (PACME-COVID-19), to provide training support for businesses.
Who is eligible? Businesses that are impacted in their activities, due to the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, whether through suspension, decrease, increase or diversification of activity.
In addition to training activities, human resources management activities are also eligible:
This program may be combined with and complementary to any other measures announced by the federal or provincial government.
Projects are accepted until September 30, 2020 or until the $100 million budget envelope is exhausted.
Applications may be retroactive to March 15, 2020.
Businesses and self-employed individuals can submit their enquiries using the Request for Information form (available in French).
In addition to offering PACME-COVID-19-eligible training, our consultants provide regular support to entrepreneurs and SMEs in making various applications, particularly with Emploi-Québec. Therefore, they will be able to assist you throughout the process.
Mental health-related absenteeism has been growing over the past few years and the related costs are exploding. Given the current climate of mandatory teleworking by unprepared workers, the situation will likely not be improving.
During this webinar, we will explore, in a teleworking context, the visual signs related to mental health issues, risk and protection factors, as well as the various ways to intervene in these situations..
Content of the training:
Duration: 3.5 hours
Target audience: This webinar is built for first level managers. The content can however be adapted for employees in general.
Cost:
Includes preparation, presentation of the training and a presentation PDF copy.
During this webinar, we will discuss the current context of crisis, one that we have never experienced before and the impact it has on the workplace, employee engagement and productivity. Now more than ever, managers are called to adapt with agility and play a key role in ensuring that their teams are equipped to navigate the current work dynamics.
Participants will have the opportunity to discuss their experiences with the group.
Content of the training:
Duration: 3.5 hours
Target audience: This webinar is intended for front-line managers
Cost:
Includes preparation, presentation of the training and a presentation PDF copy.
While economic activity is still slow, we should already be planning for the resumption of activity in our businesses, bearing in mind that reality will not be as it was, a few weeks ago.
When the government finally authorizes us to go back to work, it is likely that it will be done in gradual manner in order to avoid a resurgence of the virus. Will you be ready to adjust, to meet new regulations, at least those related to physical distancing?
During this webinar, we will make recommendations on how to modify your work environment, how to become be more flexible in a work environment that will be asking for a lot, for months and possibly years to come.
Content of the training:
Duration: 3.5 hours
Target audience: This webinar is intended for first-level managers.
Cost:
Includes preparation, presentation of the training and a presentation PDF copy.
During this course we will examine some of the initiatives businesses can take to put in place a solid HR structure, adapted to their needs.
During this course we will go back the basics of how and why we communicate with each other. We will find out if we are good listeners and will learn how to adapt our message different personalities, within a variety of contexts.
By being in touch with your emotions and those of others not only will you increase your own self-awareness, but you will also gain a better understanding of the actions and behaviors of others, diffuse high-emotion situations and develop high performing staff. What is your EQ?
With various laws and legislation regulating the management of Human Resources in Quebec, this area has turned into a legal minefield for employers who are unaware of their rights and those of their employees. As a result, many employers, especially small and medium-sized businesses, tend to learn the hard way. During this seminar our experts will present some of the key legal issues faced by employers, as well as solutions to everyday concerns.
During this seminar, participants will understand the importance of compensation management in an SME. They will learn about the benefits and trends in compensation.
We offer you the opportunity to learn more on the privileged methods for an effective health and safety prevention in an industrial environment and the practical actions to implement and maintain a preventative culture in your organization.
During this course, participants will learn how to get the most out of their recruitment time and dollars, find out the key strategies to success and will allow them the opportunity to discuss with others who share their challenges.
During this seminar we will discuss giving feedback, both on an informal basis or as part of a formal performance appraisal. We will find solutions to common problems and help managers learn how to make feedback constructive and how to set goals that promote success.
At the end of the course, participants will have a better understanding of workplace climate, be more aware of issues related to a toxic work climate and be able to learn practices that can maintain and improve the work climate.
During this seminar we will provide an overview of the Pay Equity Act and modified law so that participants:
During this course, our consultants will discuss the current context of continuous change in the workplace, the impact it has on HR practices and how to adapt with agility. Participants will have the opportunity to discuss their experiences with the group.
We offer you the opportunity to learn more on the privileged methods for an effective health and safety prevention in an office environment and the practical actions to implement and maintain a preventative culture in your organization.
During this course we will explore a variety of subjects of interest in today’s HR world. We will focus on the latest issues that employers are facing and will discuss best practices and practical applications, as well as important considerations, adapted to the reality of small and medium-sized businesses.
During this seminar, we will present step-by-step how to manage a CNESST file starting from the leave to the return to work.
During this seminar, we will present a proven method of investigation and analysis and will apply this method to a study case. At the end of the course, the participants will be able to apply these concepts in their workplace.
We offer you the opportunity to learn more by giving you an overview of the financial aspects of a CNESST file as well as practical ways to insure a rigorous management of health and safety in the workplace to reduce its costs.
You may also be eligible to receive a grant for your human resources management activities under PACME-COVID-19. We offer a range of consulting services that could help you enhance your managers’ skills and improve the overall health of the HR function in your organization. Contact us for a free assessment so that we can analyze your needs.
At certain points in time, whether due to growth or simply in an effort to improve what is already in place, organizations will want to ensure that HR functions are administered in a standardized way so that nothing falls through the cracks. We have the experience and know-how to ensure that your processes will be easy to implement, maintain and adapt to meet your future needs.
Whether you are growing a new business, restructuring, merging, acquiring or just trying to keep up with changes in the market, our goal is to offer you a methodical approach, adapted to your needs.
Saying “employees are our greatest asset” may sound cliché, however the truth is that organizations are only as great as the talent they have in place. We can help you ensure that you are not only attracting the right talent to your business, but will help make sure that they continue to help keep your business strong for many years to come.
Including change leadership, change forums, strategic change strategies and culture transformations.
Including strategic workforce planning, talent identification, performance management and assessments.
