Progress Reached on Canada Job Grant
Following months of negotiations, it looks like the Canada Job Grant is nearing implementation in all provinces and territories with the exception of Quebec. About
Should You Allow Your Team to Work from Home?
The results of the recently released Rogers Connected Workforce report should come as no surprise to anyone who has held a job that demanded 40-plus
Five Management Tactics for Dealing with High Turnover
The Society for Human Resources Management (SHRM) estimates that the annual turnover rate of a business is about 15 percent per year. Regardless of where
Understanding OLRB’s New Authority over Workplace Harassment
The Ontario Labour Relations Board (OLRB) has expanded the scope of its authority to consider complaints arising from the proposed Bill 168 workplace harassment amendments
Is Your Waiting Room Etiquette Costing You Job Offers?
First impressions count. This is more than just a cliché, especially when it comes to your job interview. And by first impressions, I do mean
Confidence in Ontario Employment Outlook Takes a Hit – What This Means for Job Seekers
The Bloomberg Nanos Canadian Confidence Index posted its fourth straight drop the week ending February 7, declining from 56.6 to 56.0. Deteriorating consumer optimism has
New Survey Could Help Identify Gaps in Workforce
As an employer, you’re always on the lookout for ways to overcome and eliminate shortcomings in your workforce. An ongoing survey by the Eastern Ontario
What’s In Store with Ontario’s Upcoming Minimum Wage Increase?
The Facts. Ontario Premier Kathleen Wynne announced a rise in the provincial minimum raise, from $10.25 to $11 per hour, to take effect on June
Four Advantages of Working with a Local Employment Firm
If you use a recruitment firm as you plan your next career move, it goes without saying that you want to partner with the best
How to Increase the Team Productivity in 2014
The New Year in full swing. In fact, January is quickly dwindling down … good news for most people, as the days grow longer and,
The Do’s and Don’ts of Temporary Employment
Temporary employment can be the ideal situation if you’ve been unable to find work or want to “try on” a job or two before settling
Culture: What Your Reputation Says to Potential Candidates
In order for a business to succeed – and hire top talent to drive results – a strong reputation is essential. An organization can achieve