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The Empty Chair: What Absenteeism Is Really Telling You About Your Workplace

The Empty Chair: What Absenteeism Is Really Telling You About Your Workplaceby: Garth Epp | Workplace ChaplainPublished on: 21/10/2026

Absenteeism is costing Canadian businesses billions, and most of it was preventable. This piece examines what is actually driving employees away from work and why the solution starts long before anyone calls in sick.

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The Empty Chair: What Absenteeism Is Really Telling You About Your Workplace