From years of research, the prevalent medical view is that addiction is a disease that affects both brain and behaviour. But is it? And, does this view further enable the addict to continue their destructive behaviour? Dr Gene M. Heyman, a Harvard Medical School lecturer, has recently concluded his research and published a book, Addiction: A Disorder […]
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Mandatory retirement at 65 is no longer…
As of July 1st, mandatory retirement in Nova Scotia became of policy of the past, not of the future. Forcing an employee to retire by reason of age is now regulated by human rights legislation. This amendment to the Human Rights Act brings Nova Scotia in line with all other jurisdictions in Canada which have […]
Helping businesses in Nova Scotia
Helping Nova Scotia businesses thrive has been our mission since HR pros, a technical human resources consulting firm, launched in October 2008. Focused on the task of helping small and medium sized business achieve success and growth through sound and effective HR management practices, HR pros offers a diverse range of human resources management services. […]