Redwood Performance Group

On this day in 1988, Canada signed the Japanese Canadian Redress Agreement, formally acknowledging the injustice done to Japanese Canadians during the Second World War. By confronting these events, Canada demonstrated that social progress begins by recognizing the past and learning from it.

Wishing all who observe a meaningful Yom Kippur filled with peace, reflection, and renewal. May it be a day of learning, forgiveness, and hope.

If you want your voice heard in Toronto's upcoming municipal election, register by this Sunday, September 20th, at 11:59 p.m. to get your name on the voters' list.

The clock's ticking, Toronto, and everybody deserves a say!

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Sometimes the best learning enhancements are the simplest. A recent study showed that learners with a progress bar outperformed those without one, and the benefits remained months later. The conclusion? Motivation gets a boost when you see how far you’ve come!

In 93 professional fights, George Chuvalo was never knocked down. A Canadian giant with unmatched courage, resilience, and heart, he inspires us all to stay on our feet and keep fighting, no matter how big the challenge.

September has always felt a little more like the New Year than January.

It’s a month of new beginnings: students start new grades and programs, colleagues return from summer vacaton, new professionals begin their careers, and the season starts to shift.

For organizations, it’s also a natural time to think about what’s ahead and whether your people have the knowledge and skills they need to meet the months to come.

At Redwood, we help organizations build learning programs that prepare their teams for what’s next.

Today, we remember the lives lost and communities forever changed during the events of 9/11. We remember the profound impact felt across the world, the compassion shown to those in need, and the enduring bonds between neighbours and nations.

What changes at work when the training is completed? It’s an important question. Ideally, this is where the value of learning and development becomes visible. Today, we explore five ways L&D creates organizational value, with measures to help you assess progress.

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On this day in 1969, the Official Languages Act marked a milestone for English and French in Canada. Today, we celebrate that legacy alongside Indigenous languages and the diverse voices that enrich our nation.