Recruiting

Calling someone a contractor doesn't necessarily make them one. Here are five signs a worker may actually be functioning as an employee and what Canadian businesses should consider.

Ontario introduced new requirements for publicly advertised job postings in 2026. From compensation ranges and AI disclosure to vacancy statements and candidate follow-up, here's what employers need to know.

High-performing teams start with intentional hiring. Learn how success profiles, structured interviews and clearer hiring criteria can help organizations recruit for performance instead of relying on gut feel.

High-performing teams are not found. They are built. And the first place organizations feel the difference is in hiring. For small and growing businesses, one mis-hire does not just slow things down. It changes how leaders spend their time. Instead of building the business, they compensate. They coach basic expectations, fix errors, redistribute work, and quietly lower standards just to keep momentum. The stress does not come from one person. It comes from the ripple effect a

Welcome to our column, Dear Toby. We take real life HR questions and give real HR advice. Have a question or topic you'd love covered in our column? Send us an email at info@aandaconsulting.ca Dear Toby, I know I’ll need to hire in the new year, but I’ve been putting off planning because we’re slammed right now. How early do I actually need to start recruiting if I want someone in the role by January or February? - Growing Pains in Edmonton Dear Growing Pains, Ah, the great

Spoiler: It’s way cheaper than you think—and it might just save your sanity. Let’s be honest—running a business is a juggling act. You’re...

Hiring independent contractors can be a great way to bring in expertise without the overhead of a full-time employee. But what if that contractor is actually an employee in disguise? The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) has been cracking down on misclassification, and getting it wrong can cost you—big time. Here are five red flags that your contractor might actually be an employee: 1. You Control How They Work If you’re telling them when, where, and how to do their job—down to

In the realm of recruiting, finding the ideal candidate entails more than just reviewing resumes and checking qualifications. Behavioral...

As professionals, the task of finding the right candidates to join your team can be both challenging and crucial for the success of your...

Welcome aboard! As professionals in the ever-evolving landscape of human resources, we understand how crucial an effective employee...

Onboarding volunteers is a crucial aspect of running a successful not-for-profit organization. Effectively integrating volunteers into...

Starting a new job is exciting and nerve-wracking for a new employee. With the right onboarding process in place, this transition can be...