Posts by Raelynn Douglas
The Data Confirms … We Have a Problem
New data from United Way Centraide Canada points to a growing workforce crisis in Canada’s nonprofit care economy. This article explores the report’s key findings, the possible economic cost of workforce instability, and practical actions for leaders, boards and governments.
Read MoreCreating the Conditions to Achieve the Quintuple Aim
Could provider experience be the upstream driver of patient outcomes, lower costs, health equity and workforce stability? Explore a new perspective.
Read MoreShifting from Recruitment to Retention
Healthcare workforce strategy is changing. New research shows retention depends less on hiring more people – and more on how leadership, workload, and workplace design shape everyday work.
Read MoreCaregivers Are Leaving the Workforce
Caregivers are leaving the workforce in search of better support and work-life balance. Often mid-career and deeply invested employees, their quiet exits are costly and preventable. Here’s what leaders need to know – and what they can do.
Read MoreManitoba Rethinks Workforce Strategy
Nursing Agency Costs, Workforce Shortages, and Manitoba’s Reconsideration Summary:Manitoba’s recent reconsideration of private nursing agency use highlights a broader national issue: rising agency costs, persistent workforce shortages, and an overreliance on expensive intermediaries. This article examines the data behind agency spending, overtime trends, and why long-term workforce investment – to support retention – remains the…
Read MoreThe Best Workforce Investments for Healthcare in 2026
What are the best workforce investments for healthcare in 2026? New data from CIHI, Press Ganey, and CENTEGIX highlights why retention, resilience, and engagement are critical to workforce stability and system sustainability.
Read MoreWhy Retention Delivered the Highest ROI in 2025
Why Retention Delivered the Highest ROI in 2025 Across Canada – and globally – organizations are navigating a tight labour market, rising costs, and shifting worker expectations. In this landscape, one truth is becoming impossible to ignore: retention and well-being are no longer “nice-to-have” ideas. They are strategic, high-ROI investments. New research released over the…
Read MoreResilience & Well-Being: The True ROI Behind Thriving Workplaces
In an era where work dynamics are rapidly evolving, leaders are realizing that true strength lies not just in business processes – but in the overall health and well-being of their teams. Over the past year, new data has been gathered across industries: embedding resiliency and well-being into your organization doesn’t just feel good, it…
Read MoreRandom Acts of Kindness
Random Acts of Kindness: Small Moments, Big Impact Introduction Kindness isn’t just a feel-good sentiment—it can be a powerful tool to improve well-being, enhance workplace culture, and support employee retention. This Random Acts of Kindness Week, let’s explore how small but intentional gestures can create a positive ripple effect that improves mental health, strengthens teams,…
Read MoreThe Art of Caring: Building Resilience in Home Healthcare
Home healthcare providers play an essential role in delivering compassionate care to individuals who need support in their own homes. However, with this responsibility comes a unique set of challenges that can take a toll on both physical and emotional well-being. Whether it’s balancing long hours with personal time or managing the emotional weight of…
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