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Do I Need to Provide a Letter of Reference for an Ex-Employee?

January 21, 2016 | Work Environment and Policies

We often get asked whether managers need to provide a letter of reference for an ex-employee; the short answer is that it is a good idea.  This article provides insights as to why and guidelines to follow.

Navigating the 10 Leaves of Absence in Ontario

December 01, 2015 | Work Environment and Policies

There are 10 different types of Leave of Absences (LOAs) in Ontario to know about and your employees are entitled to take these unpaid, job-protected LOAs should the need arise.

Top 5 Lessons Learned from Building a Business - 5th Anniversary

October 21, 2015 | Performance Management

HR à la carte’s Managing Directors share their top 5 lessons on building a business as HR à la carte celebrates its 5 year anniversary.

What Can You Do When You Just Can’t Find the Right Candidate?  Make vs Buy Decision in Recruiting

October 21, 2015 | Recruitment

What happens when your candidate doesn’t exist?  Make versus buy decision applied to recruiting.

Federal Election - What Are An Employer’s Obligations?

September 22, 2015 | Work Environment and Policies

Federal Election Day is coming up on October 19, 2015; this article sets out the obligations of Canadian employers.

5 Reasons to Start Giving Your New Hires Offer Letters (if you don’t already)

August 16, 2015 | Work Environment and Policies

Managing Director, Corina Sibley, has recently noticed an increase in instances where employees do not receive offer letters upon hire.  In this article she outlines 5 reasons why employers should be providing offer letters to new hires.

Why Giving a Counter Offer is Never a Good Idea

July 14, 2015 | Recruitment

Having seen an increase in employers offering, and employees accepting, counter offers, we outline why it is never a good idea to go the counter offer route when one of your employees hands in their notice.

Job Satisfaction is Out; Happiness is In:  Help Your Employees Obtain Career Happiness

May 19, 2015 | Work Environment and Policies

Employee engagement goes beyond job satisfaction; happiness at work is key.  Are your employees happy in their career at your organization?  Tam Campbell Trant outlines how you can find out.

Lessons From a First-time Volunteer Soccer Coach

May 19, 2015 | Performance Management

Even though you may have no experience in your volunteer role, you probably have tons of business experience on which you can draw and fresh perspectives.

Employee Appreciation

April 13, 2015 | Work Environment and Policies

Showing appreciation to your employees doesn’t have to be a big ordeal or a huge production.  In fact, a little can go a long way.