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Read more: Holiday hiring nudges upward, but Canada’s small businesses tighten their gripHoliday hiring nudges upward, but Canada’s small businesses tighten their grip
Seasonal hiring rises in Canada, but most small businesses hold back amid economic pressure, slower spending and a surge in…
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Read more: B.C. expands job-protected leave for serious illness, aligning with other Canadian provincesB.C. expands job-protected leave for serious illness, aligning with other Canadian provinces
BC has introduced up to 27 weeks of job protected leave for serious illness, adding new ESA and Human Rights…
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Read more: Holiday payroll & compliance checklist for Canadian employersHoliday payroll & compliance checklist for Canadian employers
Take the stress out of the holidays by simplifying your payroll and compliance processes.
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Read more: Mid-career Canadians take a step back from work amid rising burnoutMid-career Canadians take a step back from work amid rising burnout
Burnout is rising among mid-career Canadians balancing caregiving and work. Here’s what employers need to know, and why support matters…
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Read more: Canadian workers show world-leading trust in AI as SMBs weigh skills and collaboration opportunitiesCanadian workers show world-leading trust in AI as SMBs weigh skills and collaboration opportunities
Canadian workers lead the world in AI optimism, and now it’s time to turn that into action. Canadian workers are…
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Read more: 5 Ways Canadian Businesses Can Boost Employee Wellbeing During the Holidays5 Ways Canadian Businesses Can Boost Employee Wellbeing During the Holidays
Learn five practical ways Canadian businesses can support employee wellbeing over the holidays from time off and mental health to…
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Read more: Canada Post’s tentative deal lands without a contract, leaving SMBs bracing for what comes nextCanada Post’s tentative deal lands without a contract, leaving SMBs bracing for what comes next
A rare agreement in principle between Canada Post and CUPW lands without a signed contract and leaves Canadian SMBs waiting…
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Read more: Zellers 3.0: What the comeback means for Gen Z jobs and Canadian SMB confidenceZellers 3.0: What the comeback means for Gen Z jobs and Canadian SMB confidence
Zellers is back (again), and while nostalgia gets the headlines, the real story is about new jobs, Gen Z workers…
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Read more: Inflation rate eases to 2.2% in October, but SMBs face rising insurance and telecom costsInflation rate eases to 2.2% in October, but SMBs face rising insurance and telecom costs
Falling gas prices helped bring Canada’s inflation rate down in October, but new data shows core costs remain unchanged, raising…
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Read more: Black Friday discounts stretch as Canadian SMB retailers respond to cautious consumersBlack Friday discounts stretch as Canadian SMB retailers respond to cautious consumers
As economic pressures mount, independent retailers across Canada extend Black Friday sales to meet shifting shopper expectations and compete with…
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Read more: What Canada’s Budget 2025 means for SMBsWhat Canada’s Budget 2025 means for SMBs
Prime Minister Mark Carney’s minority government narrowly passed its first federal budget this week, ensuring economic plans and policy proposals…
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Read more: What AI artist Breaking Rust tells us about the future of workWhat AI artist Breaking Rust tells us about the future of work
AI country artist Breaking Rust just hit number one in the US. Here’s why that’s great news for Canadian SMBs…
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Read more: Canada adds 67,000 jobs in October as unemployment dips to 6.9%Canada adds 67,000 jobs in October as unemployment dips to 6.9%
Canada gained 67,000 jobs in October as unemployment dropped to 6.9%. See which sectors grew, which lagged, and what it…
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Read more: New pay transparency and job ad rules set to hit Ontario employersNew pay transparency and job ad rules set to hit Ontario employers
Salary ranges and AI disclosures will soon be mandatory in job postings across Ontario. With enforcement set to begin in…
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Read more: Canada’s Liberals bet big on budget 2025 as confidence vote loomsCanada’s Liberals bet big on budget 2025 as confidence vote looms
Canada unveils a $141B budget focused on defence, infrastructure and immigration reform — now its survival depends on a high-stakes…
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Read more: Alberta Legislates an End to Historic Teachers’ StrikeAlberta Legislates an End to Historic Teachers’ Strike
Alberta teachers return to class as the province passes Bill 2, imposing a contract and invoking the notwithstanding clause to…
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Read more: It’s (not) just a game: the business behind the Blue Jays’ riseIt’s (not) just a game: the business behind the Blue Jays’ rise
World-class teams aren’t bought, they’re built. In sport or business, it’s payroll depth — not just superstar dollars — that…
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Read more: Strike hustle: Why Alberta teachers are turning to side gigsStrike hustle: Why Alberta teachers are turning to side gigs
With no end to the strike in sight, Alberta teachers are launching side hustles to stay afloat — reflecting a…
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Read more: Trade tariffs pop the cork on Canadian wine boomTrade tariffs pop the cork on Canadian wine boom
After provinces pulled U.S. alcohol from shelves, Canadian wineries saw record sales and job growth across Ontario, BC, Quebec and…
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Read more: From startup dreams to self-made plansFrom startup dreams to self-made plans
Only 2% of Canadians want to work at a startup, while 22% dream of running their own business. Discover why…
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Read more: The truth about Gen Z and the future of workThe truth about Gen Z and the future of work
Employment Hero’s Jobs Report data reveals Gen Z Canadians are working harder, relocating more and reshaping the future of work…
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Read more: Ontario’s minimum wage rises to $17.60 as businesses brace for impactOntario’s minimum wage rises to $17.60 as businesses brace for impact
Ontario’s minimum wage rises to $17.60 on Oct. 1, 2025, under the ESA. The change affects over 800,000 workers and…
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Read more: Working overtime: Canada tops global list for multiple job holdersWorking overtime: Canada tops global list for multiple job holders
One in three Canadians with full-time jobs now works multiple roles. Employment Hero’s 2025 Jobs Report explores how rising costs…
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Read more: Climbing the ladder doesn’t matter like it used toClimbing the ladder doesn’t matter like it used to
More Canadians are choosing low-pressure roles over promotions. Employment Hero’s 2025 Annual Jobs Report reveals a major shift in how…
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Read more: Reinvention Nation signals major career rethink for Canadian workersReinvention Nation signals major career rethink for Canadian workers
One in three Canadians wants a career change, with new data revealing a nationwide shift in how people at every…
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Read more: Canada watches closely as the U.S. slaps $100K fee on H‑1B visasCanada watches closely as the U.S. slaps $100K fee on H‑1B visas
The U.S. has introduced a US$100,000 fee for new H‑1B visa applications. Here’s what it means for Canadian businesses and…
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Read more: Mediation next for Air Canada dispute, but uncertainty lingers for SMBsMediation next for Air Canada dispute, but uncertainty lingers for SMBs
Air Canada’s wage deal was rejected, pushing talks to mediation. What does this mean for Canadian small businesses that depend…
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Read more: Pinterest doubles down on flex work — what Canadian SMBs should watchPinterest doubles down on flex work — what Canadian SMBs should watch
Here’s what Canadian small businesses can learn from Pinterest’s flexible work model — and why structure, trust and leadership matter…
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Read more: Cuts to middle management leave Canadian SMBs facing leadership voidCuts to middle management leave Canadian SMBs facing leadership void
Canadian small and medium-sized businesses may be facing a growing leadership gap, as new research highlights the operational risks of…
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Read more: Youth Unemployment Skyrockets To Recessionary Levels, Raising Alarm For SMB HiringYouth Unemployment Skyrockets To Recessionary Levels, Raising Alarm For SMB Hiring
Youth unemployment in Canada has surged to recession-like levels. What it means for small businesses relying on young workers in…
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Read more: Cyberattacks Surge Against Canadian SMBs, Report FindsCyberattacks Surge Against Canadian SMBs, Report Finds
A new report shows 85% of Canadian SMBs have suffered cyberattacks, outpacing global peers, with experts warning 2025 could be…
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Read more: Annual Jobs Report: Work in Motion 2025Annual Jobs Report: Work in Motion 2025
Annual Jobs Report 2025: Work in Motion Built on real-time aggregated and anonymised data from over 2.5 million employees and…
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Read more: U.S. Abolishes Duty-Free Threshold: What Canadian SMBs Must Do NextU.S. Abolishes Duty-Free Threshold: What Canadian SMBs Must Do Next
Canadian SMBs face new tariffs, fees and paperwork as the U.S. ends its de minimis exemption. Here’s what’s changed and…
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Read more: Ontario to make ghosting job applicants illegalOntario to make ghosting job applicants illegal
From Jan 1, 2026, Ontario employers must inform job applicants of hiring outcomes within 45 days. Explore what the law…
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Read more: Private couriers boom as Canada Post chaos drags on — SMBs pay more to keep customers happy.Private couriers boom as Canada Post chaos drags on — SMBs pay more to keep customers happy.
Canada Post delays are pushing SMBs to costly couriers. Learn how to protect customers, manage shipping costs and adapt in…
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Read more: Tariffs and turbulence: How Canadian SMBs can play to their strengths and winTariffs and turbulence: How Canadian SMBs can play to their strengths and win
Tariffs, trade wars and rising costs are pressuring Canadian SMBs. See how to build resilience with people, tech and smarter…
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Read more: Air Canada strike a reminder of risks for SMBsAir Canada strike a reminder of risks for SMBs
Air Canada’s August strike showed how quickly travel disruptions hit Canadian SMBs. Learn the impacts, expert insights and steps to…
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