Some good worklife stuff that I have found this week…

The Gen Y Guide – BC Business Magazine – April 2008 – Check out these statistics: people aged 55 to 65 make up about 15 per cent of B.C.’s population. Those aged 18 to 28: almost exactly the same. Now consider that the B.C. economy added 400,000 new jobs in the past 10 years. Clearly these youngsters are among the hottest commodities in the province, not to mention around the world.  For more click here.

VanCity Meets It’s Goal to be Carbon Neutral – April 9, 2008 – Vancouver City Savings Credit Union is the first North American-based financial institution to be carbon neutral, the credit union announced today. For more click here.

Canada’s Best Diversity Employers 2008 Released – Launched in 2008, Canada’s Best Diversity Employers is a new competition that recognizes employers that have exceptional workplace diversity and inclusiveness programs.  To learn about the 2008 recipients click here.

YWCA Vancouver Women of Distinction Nominees Announced – This is the 25th anniversary for the YWCA Women of Distinction Awards.  To see this year’s list of nominees click here.

ActNow BC Launches 18 Community Tour – British Columbians of all ages will have a chance to learn more about the benefits of an active, healthy lifestyle with the ActNow BC Road to Health Community Tour, a 9,000-square-foot travelling pavilion featuring interactive exhibits and informative displays, announced Gordon Hogg, Minister of State for ActNow BC.

Here are a few upcoming events and conferences related to worklife and child care issues.

Promoting Healthy Work Family & Life Balance – April 17, 2008 – Charlottetown – A panel discussion.

Winning HR Practices of the Best Employers in Canada – April 22 – 23, 2008 – Toronto – Expert guidance on sourcing, acquiring and engaging a diverse workforce.

Beyond Diversity: Leveraging Generational Strength – April 28, 2008 – Toronto – For the first time ever, there are many generations working side by side in our workplaces; each with their own perspectives, experiences and attitudes.

Building Business Results – Lead Yourself, Lead Others, Lead the Business – April 30 – May 2, 2008 – Vancouver –  It begins with you. Set the example and others will follow. You are the frontrunner. Join 1,200 other frontrunners for three full days of professional development and networking at BC HRMA’s 46th Annual Conference. This conference – the largest of its kind in B.C. – draws business and HR professionals who believe leadership matters; are concerned about recruitment and retention; and share a commitment to creating healthy workplaces.

ECEBC Conference – May 29 – 31, 2008 – Richmond – The Early Childhood Educators of British Columbia in partnership with the Canadian Child Care Federation is pleased to present their 37th Annual Conference.

Health Work and Wellness Conference 2008 – October 15 – 18, 2008 – Calgary – Successful organizations have a few things in common – healthy work cultures, healthy communication, healthy people strategies … and a healthy organizational footprint — from the design of their offices, to developing green spaces, to addressing transportation issues. They take corporate social responsibility seriously and give back in a meaningful way to their communities so that those who work for them can be proud. Success is being redefined. Employees and even shareholders are demanding it. A new breed of organization is emerging – one that understands that profitability and giving back go hand in hand. At a time when retention and recruitment are paramount to global competitiveness, building a sustainable workplace that will leave a legacy becomes crucial.