One-in-five Canadians reported declining employer trust since the start of the pandemic.

 

LifeWorks’ recent Mental Health Index found nearly half of respondents cited change in workplace culture as the top reason for the drop, followed by the handling of employee wellbeing support and communication at 43 per cent and 30 per cent respectively.

 

However it also found that one-quarter of Canadians see relationships with co-workers most positively impacted the effort given to their work.

 

Spokesperson Paula Allen explains what organizations can do to increase employee trust.

 

“Number one is speaking about mental health and wellbeing on a regular basis. So in all your consideration in terms of changes and business decisions, they will be vocal that you are considering the wellbeing of employees. Listen to people through surveys, focus groups, through informal channels around what’s working and what’s not working because that really shows perspective and concern.”

 

Allen adds promoting services like employee assistance programs can also help.

 

Listen to Thompson Today at 12:40 and 5:10 this afternoon for the full interview.