HR & Hiring Talent
How Ontario’s 2026 Job Posting Rules Will Change the Hiring Process
Starting January 1, 2026, new legislation will require Ontario employers with 25 or more employees to be more transparent and responsive. The new rules are part of Ontario’s ongoing effort to promote pay transparency, fairness, and better communication throughout the hiring process. Here are the two major changes: Salary disclosure: All publicly advertised job postings…
Read MoreNow Available: 2025 Development & Construction Salary Guide
Aplin is proud to introduce our 2025 Development & Construction Salary Guide, the latest addition to our national library of salary benchmarking tools. Created in collaboration with Impact Recruitment, this guide provides the data and insights needed to navigate one of Canada’s most in-demand and fast-evolving industries. With infrastructure investments, large-scale development projects, and modernization…
Read MoreFrom Skills to Potential: The Shift Toward Capability-Based Hiring
For decades, hiring decisions have revolved around resumes filled with degrees, years of experience, and job titles. But today’s most forward-thinking organizations are rethinking what makes a great hire. Across industries, there’s a growing movement toward capability-based hiring, where adaptability, problem-solving, and soft skills matter just as much (if not more) than technical credentials. Employers are…
Read MoreHow to Keep Projects Moving When Your Team is Short-Staffed
It’s a scenario most leaders know all too well: a key employee resigns, a project expands faster than expected, or an unexpected leave throws off your timeline. Suddenly, your team is stretched thin, and deadlines are still looming. In today’s fast-paced business environment, short-staffing isn’t just inconvenient; it can directly impact productivity, client relationships, and…
Read MoreNow Available: 2025 Trade Contractors Salary Guide
We’re excited to release the latest edition of our industry-specific salary guides: the 2025 Trades Contractors Salary Guide, developed in partnership by Aplin and Impact Recruitment. This guide provides up-to-date compensation benchmarks and valuable hiring insights for trades professionals across Canada. Whether you’re managing a team or planning your next career move, this guide offers…
Read MoreWhy Employees Choose to Stay with Their Employers
Employee retention has become just as critical as attracting new talent. In a competitive job market where opportunities abound, many organizations wonder: what makes employees choose to stay? While competitive pay is important, research and experience show that it is rarely the only factor. Employees stay where they feel valued, connected, and able to grow.…
Read MoreNow Available: 2025 Property + Facilities Management Salary Guide
We’re excited to release the latest edition of our industry-specific salary guides: the 2025 Property + Facilities Management Salary Guide, developed in partnership by Aplin and Impact Recruitment. This guide provides up-to-date compensation benchmarks and valuable hiring insights for property management professionals across Canada. Whether you’re building your team or planning your next career move,…
Read MoreTalent Shortages by Sector: Where Employers Need to Move Fast
Canada’s labour market in 2025 is sending mixed signals. Overall, job growth has slowed, and unemployment has risen slightly, yet many industries are still struggling to find qualified people. In some cases, retirements are outpacing new entrants, while in others, global trends and technological change are driving up demand faster than the workforce can keep…
Read More5 Signs Your Hiring Process Might Be Costing You Top Talent
As a staffing firm, we work with candidates and hiring managers every day. One thing is clear across all industries and job levels: a company’s hiring process speaks volumes. It is often a candidate’s first impression of your organization, and if that experience feels slow, unclear, or impersonal, even the strongest job offer may not…
Read MoreNow Available: 2025 Salary Guide for Canada’s Admin & HR Professionals
We’re excited to release the latest edition in our growing series of industry-specific salary guides: the 2025 Admin + HR Salary Guide, developed in partnership by Aplin and Impact Recruitment. This guide provides up-to-date compensation benchmarks and valuable hiring insights for administrative and human resources professionals across Canada. Whether you’re building out your team or…
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