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Federal budget 2026: what Canadian small businesses can plan for now
Read more: Federal budget 2026: what Canadian small businesses can plan for nowCPP base rates fall from 9.9% to 9.5% on 1 January 2027, and EI premiums rise to $1.64 per $100. See what to plan for before Budget 2026 lands. Read now.
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Issue #18: 68,000 jobs gone in Sept. Where did everyone go?
Read more: Issue #18: 68,000 jobs gone in Sept. Where did everyone go?Canada lost 68k jobs in September while youth took the biggest hit. Plus, Geely EVs arrive in Canada, Starbucks’ Chipotle plot, and bank scam tech.
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10 employment standards tips for Ontario employers, from an employment lawyer
Read more: 10 employment standards tips for Ontario employers, from an employment lawyerLearn 10 key employment standards tips for Ontario employers, straight from an employment lawyer. Stay compliant and build strong workplace practices.
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Read more: How to attract talent when “startup” sounds risky (and what not to do)How to attract talent when “startup” sounds risky (and what not to do)
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Stop relying on perks. Find out what’s really costing your business and how to build a strong, lasting workplace culture…
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Read more: Automate HR Processes: 5 Key Processes You Should be Automating in 2025Automate HR Processes: 5 Key Processes You Should be Automating in 2025
Discover 5 essential HR processes to automate in 2025. Improve efficiency, reduce admin, and stay ahead with smart HR process…
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Read more: The ‘Paper Trail’ to Profit Loss: How manual HR processes are draining your businessThe ‘Paper Trail’ to Profit Loss: How manual HR processes are draining your business
Manual HR processes are holding your team back. Learn how you can automate daily HR tasks and drive efficiency.
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Read more: Job ad guide: How to attract top candidatesJob ad guide: How to attract top candidates
Looking to hire your perfect match? The way you pitch your open role can be the difference between landing and…
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Read more: What is an Employment Operating System and why does your business need one?What is an Employment Operating System and why does your business need one?
Discover how Employment Hero’s Employment Operating System unites HR, payroll and recruitment – helping Canadian businesses save time and stay…
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Read more: 5 ways to retain Gen Z talent in Canada5 ways to retain Gen Z talent in Canada
Learn how Canadian SMBs can keep Gen Z talent with clear growth, stability and flexible work strategies. Boost your retention…
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Read more: Balancing business agility with employee stabilityBalancing business agility with employee stability
Discover how Canadian SMBs can stay agile and adaptive while giving employees the stability they need to thrive, from Employment…
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Read more: The 7 Best AI Productivity Tools to Boost Workplace PerformanceThe 7 Best AI Productivity Tools to Boost Workplace Performance
Discover AI productivity tools to automate repetitive tasks and enhance workplace performance.
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Read more: Automate HR Processes: 5 Key Processes You Should be Automating in 2025Automate HR Processes: 5 Key Processes You Should be Automating in 2025
Discover 5 essential HR processes to automate in 2025. Improve efficiency, reduce admin, and stay ahead with smart HR process…
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Read more: The ‘Paper Trail’ to Profit Loss: How manual HR processes are draining your businessThe ‘Paper Trail’ to Profit Loss: How manual HR processes are draining your business
Manual HR processes are holding your team back. Learn how you can automate daily HR tasks and drive efficiency.
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Read more: Virtual onboarding activities to engage remote employeesUpcoming
Virtual onboarding activities to engage remote employees
Starting a remote job can feel isolating. Discover the best virtual onboarding activities to boost retention, build connections, and ensure…
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Read more: What is PNP Canada? Employer benefits explainedUpcoming
What is PNP Canada? Employer benefits explained
Struggling to fill skill gaps? The Provincial Nominee Program lets you hire global talent faster and bypass standard LMIA requirements.…
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Read more: Issue #12: Your hiring plan vs. the strangest jobs report yet.Issue #12: Your hiring plan vs. the strangest jobs report yet.
Why MapQuest beat ChatGPT, dads finally taking leave and a $500M brain gain for Canada.
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Read more: From summer to holiday season: Should you rehire your seasonal staff for the winter rush?Upcoming
From summer to holiday season: Should you rehire your seasonal staff for the winter rush?
Deciding to rehire seasonal staff for the winter rush? Use these four filters and data-backed criteria to build your holiday…
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Read more: Virtual onboarding activities to engage remote employeesUpcoming
Virtual onboarding activities to engage remote employees
Starting a remote job can feel isolating. Discover the best virtual onboarding activities to boost retention, build connections, and ensure…
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Read more: Hiring summer interns? Here’s what Canadian businesses need to knowUpcoming
Hiring summer interns? Here’s what Canadian businesses need to know
Hiring summer interns? Discover what Canadian businesses legally need to know about pay, compliance, onboarding, and avoiding costly mistakes.
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Read more: How to automate employee onboarding with AIUpcoming
How to automate employee onboarding with AI
Learn how to automate employee and client onboarding using AI, HR software and workflows to improve efficiency, compliance and experience.
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Read more: Scaling a restaurant business: Why manual employee onboarding is costing you hiresUpcoming
Scaling a restaurant business: Why manual employee onboarding is costing you hires
With hospitality turnover exceeding 75%, manual onboarding is costing you talent. Learn why scaling Canadian restaurants are switching to digital-first…
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Read more: Outsourcing payroll: Pros and cons for Canadian businessesUpcoming
Outsourcing payroll: Pros and cons for Canadian businesses
Discover how outsourced payroll services help Canadian businesses simplify payroll, reduce compliance risks, and focus on their people and growth.
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Read more: Start the new year with confidence: First pay run of 2026 checklistUpcoming
Start the new year with confidence: First pay run of 2026 checklist
Make your first 2026 pay run smooth. Download the free checklist with CRA updates, deduction reminders and payroll prep steps.
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Read more: How to handle unused vacation at year endUpcoming
How to handle unused vacation at year end
Learn how to manage unused vacation time and pay at year-end. Understand vacation pay rules, entitlements and best practices.
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Read more: Complete Guide to Canadian payrollUpcoming
Complete Guide to Canadian payroll
Getting your payroll going can feel like a daunting task. Download our guide today to learn everything you need to…
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Read more: Roles and responsibilities template: Clear the chaos and empower your teamUpcoming
Roles and responsibilities template: Clear the chaos and empower your team
Download our roles and responsibilities template for easy and effective team management.
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Read more: Switch to Employment Hero now and kickstart 2026 stress-freeUpcoming
Switch to Employment Hero now and kickstart 2026 stress-free
Thinking of switching HR and payroll software? Here’s why moving to Employment Hero before 2026 sets your business up for…
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Read more: The HR Audit Checklist for ConsultantsUpcoming
The HR Audit Checklist for Consultants
Are you a consultant, accountant or bookkeeper? Our HR audit checklist helps you assess compliance, review HR processes and deliver…
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Read more: Federal budget 2026: what Canadian small businesses can plan for nowUpcoming
Federal budget 2026: what Canadian small businesses can plan for now
CPP base rates fall from 9.9% to 9.5% on 1 January 2027, and EI premiums rise to $1.64 per $100.…
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Read more: Issue #18: 68,000 jobs gone in Sept. Where did everyone go?Upcoming
Issue #18: 68,000 jobs gone in Sept. Where did everyone go?
Canada lost 68k jobs in September while youth took the biggest hit. Plus, Geely EVs arrive in Canada, Starbucks’ Chipotle…
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Read more: 10 employment standards tips for Ontario employers, from an employment lawyerUpcoming
10 employment standards tips for Ontario employers, from an employment lawyer
Learn 10 key employment standards tips for Ontario employers, straight from an employment lawyer. Stay compliant and build strong workplace…
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Read more: CRA remittance due dates: When to pay payroll deductions in CanadaUpcoming
CRA remittance due dates: When to pay payroll deductions in Canada
Learn CRA remittance due dates for Canadian employers. Find out when to pay payroll deductions based on your remitter type…
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Read more: Navigating the 2026 statutory holiday pay in OntarioUpcoming
Navigating the 2026 statutory holiday pay in Ontario
A complete guide to statutory holiday pay in Ontario. Learn eligibility, calculations and employer obligations.
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Read more: Navigating statutory holiday pay in AlbertaUpcoming
Navigating statutory holiday pay in Alberta
A complete guide to statutory holiday pay in Alberta. Learn eligibility, calculations and employer obligations.
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Read more: Navigating statutory holiday pay in British ColumbiaUpcoming
Navigating statutory holiday pay in British Columbia
A complete guide to statutory holiday pay in British Columbia. Learn eligibility, calculations and employer obligations.
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Read more: The career progression template that stops your best people from leavingUpcoming
The career progression template that stops your best people from leaving
Download our free career progression plan template. Help employees grow, stay engaged and achieve their career goals.
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A leading Canadian AI researcher argues that the most important person in any company’s AI transformation is not the CTO.…
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Read more: Canada’s smallest businesses risk falling behind in the AI investment raceCanada’s smallest businesses risk falling behind in the AI investment race
78 per cent of Canadian small businesses are ramping up AI investment, while a quarter of micro businesses report zero…
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Read more: Canadian businesses are optimistic but productivity pressure refuses to easeCanadian businesses are optimistic but productivity pressure refuses to ease
While 58 per cent of Canadian employers express financial optimism heading into the second half of 2026, severe productivity strains,…
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Discover how Canadian digital agency The 2045 Collective replaced disconnected vendors with a single platform to streamline HR and onboarding…
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Read more: From first hire to first shift: How Chick-fil-A Orleans built a paperless HR foundation with Employment HeroFrom first hire to first shift: How Chick-fil-A Orleans built a paperless HR foundation with Employment Hero
Discover how Chick-fil-A Orleans onboarded 100+ team members and built a paperless HR foundation for their grand opening using Employment…
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