Ontario employment lawyer on employee turnover and retaining staff

Interview Summary

A recent study from the University of British Columbia detailed the impact of mass layoffs and terminations on the workplace. Employee turnover can lead to further negative consequences and employee dissatisfaction. What can employers do to prevent employee turnover? Are there steps that can be taken to ensure employee satisfaction and retention?

Alex Lucifero, an Ontario employment lawyer and Managing Partner at Samfiru Tumarkin LLP joins CTV News Ottawa to answer these questions and more on employee rights.

Interview Notes

• Leading to employee turnover: Employees can choose to leave their employment for another opportunity or position. Another reason for turnover is mass layoffs and terminations implemented by employers.
• Negative outcomes of turnover: Employees in the workplace will undoubtedly experience stress due to uncertainty and questions about job security as a result of turnover. There could also be an increase in workload and responsibilities due to a reduction of staff.
• Employer steps to retain employees: Employers should treat employees to the best of their ability. It is important for employers to continue with honest communication with their staff and be open to negotiations. After employees resign or are let go, employers should ensure they speak to their remaining workers about expectations and how the workplace could change moving forward.