Making your worklife, work
Acadia psychologist Dr. Michael Leiter has been awarded a $1.4 million Canada Research Chair to continue his investigation into the world of work. In a recent feature, Dr. Leiter explains burnout is the topic your boss doesn鈥檛 want to talk about.
鈥淲ith the renewal of my Canada Research Char, I will continue my quest for ways to improve workplace communities and to help people find wellbeing and fulfillment at work,鈥� said Dr. Leiter, who focuses on organizational health and wellbeing. 鈥淚t is a great opportunity to find out what really makes a difference in worklife.鈥�
His research initiative is one of 132 newly-awarded or renewed Canada Research Chairs at 36 Canadian postsecondary institutions. The total of $124.5 million was recently made in Ottawa by the Honourable Gary Goodyear, Minister of State for Science and Technology.
鈥淥ur Government is committed to investing in research programs that continue to have a positive effect on Canada鈥檚 economy and that touch the lives of Canadians,鈥� said Minister Goodyear. 鈥淲e are focused on what matters鈥攃reating jobs and economic growth. By supporting innovation, we are not only encouraging cutting-edge research but also help bring promising ideas to the marketplace to keep our economy strong in the future.鈥�
Learn More:
- Read Globe and Mail feature, 鈥�
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- Watch video on
- Visit Dr. Leiter's website
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