Team members

Striving to be an employer of choice

Declining economic conditions and rising unemployment levels in 2009 as well as concerns about the duration of the economic recession have impacted the TELUS team. Maintaining team spirit and engagement, while making cost-containment decisions, many of which have a direct impact on team members, will be a major workplace challenge and focus in 2009.

Despite this significant challenge, we remain committed to offering team members the opportunity to:

• Work on leading-edge solutions for our customers
• Be part of an exciting and learning-focused culture
• Contribute to the community through service and giving.

In 2009, we plan to:

• Sustain the financial commitment for learning and career development close to 2008 levels and expand our complement of learning options, such as classroom courses, online learning and tuition reimbursement
• Support team member wellness and work life balance through access to support services and wellness practitioners, health screening and improvement programs, and an Active Living program
• Continue to support team members working when and where they can be most effective, which includes mobile and teleworking through our Work Styles program
• Engage team members in addressing the business challenges and recognizing their accomplishments
• Continue to engage, support and inspire women at TELUS in the pursuit of excellence in their careers through the TELUS Connections program
• Foster a workplace that is inclusive and respects diversity, building on the momentum achieved with our Respectful Workplace training and resolution support
• Focus on developing programs (such as a customized awareness training program) through our Diversity and Inclusiveness Council
• Support team members in giving back to the communities where they live, work and serve through Team TELUS Cares programs.

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