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3 Reasons Businesses Benefit from Staffing Agencies During Uncertain Markets

You’ve been doing your own recruitment with success for a while – here’s why you should maintain a relationship with a recruitment and staffing firm: We know the market has…

How Companies In Canada Can Battle The Tariff Terror Together

By Sarah Jane

How Businesses In Canada Can Support Each Other Amid Potential U.S. Trade Tariffs Updated March 10th, 2025 With the reintroduction of U.S. trade tariffs on certain Canadian goods and resources…

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Guide to Hiring International Students in Canada

By Megan Gough

There are a lot of international students looking for work in Canada! These students are ready to work! Here are some things that you should know when considering whether you…

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Safe online shopping and cyber security this holiday season

By Sarah Jane

Keep Your Holidays Merry And Secure With These Cyber Safety Tips The following tips were shared by People 2.0, ABL’s payroll and invoicing partner. As the holiday season approaches, we’re…

Ontario’s Fifth Working For Workers Act Has Passed

By Sarah Jane

October 28, 2024, the Ontario government passed the “Fifth Working for Workers Act”, introducing key updates to workplace policies, including sick notes, for absenteeism, job posting requirements, pay transparency, Use of AI to prescreen, and more.

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New WSIB classification code that could save you money

By Sarah Jane

Companies who use temporary help agencies for clerical or administrative-type staffing could benefit from this development: Last updated January 14, 2025. In Ontario, WSIB is adding a new classification code…

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Reducing Overtime Costs with a Staffing Partner

By Sarah Jane

Efficient Staffing Levels To Reduce Overtime Costs Partnering with ABL means gaining a true ally in managing your overtime costs effectively and safeguarding your safety record. With ABL, you have…

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Why Staffing Partnerships Matter During a Recession

By Sarah Jane

A company can save money during a recession in several ways by partnering with a proactive staffing agency like ABL: 1. Reduced Hiring Costs Streamlined Recruitment Process: Staffing agencies handle…

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How Staffing Agencies Support Businesses During Economic Downturns

By Megan Gough

In times of economic uncertainty, businesses are often faced with difficult decisions about how to manage their workforce while keeping costs under control. One solution that many organizations turn to…

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Employment Market Trends Across Canada

By Sarah Jane

Curious about how the current employment market might affect your ability to hire the preferred candidates you need? For your convenience, we’ve collected a number of links to stats and…