Are you wasting 50 per cent of your recruitment efforts? A recent survey published by the University of Waterloo found that 50 per cent of young talent would be unlikely to accept a job that matches their skills but not their values. A strong job description that highlights your company culture and values can make […]
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Community has never been more important than it is now in the middle of a pandemic. Since its inception in 2010, Capacity Canada has provided the resources and professional supports that enhance leadership skills, stimulate cross-sector collaboration, promote knowledge sharing, and encourage social innovation to build stronger communities. Keeping true to its commitment, vision and […]
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While listening to the radio the other morning, an ad came on that caught my attention. It was a car dealer offering to pick up and return anyone’s car for service work. You didn’t need to have purchased a car from them, nor did your vehicle need to be the same brand they sold, which […]
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To build a payroll schedule that is profitable for your SME, you must know the legislation in effect and determine your priorities. As an SME owner, you are free to choose the payroll frequency that best suits your business reality. However, you must abide by the regulations for your province or territory, which establishes its […]
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Through conversations that the Access Student Talent team has had with small businesses, we consistently hear that many businesses would find additional support for their marketing efforts to be helpful. From scheduling social media content to building websites and online presence, marketing tasks can require plenty of time and skills to plan and implement. Post-secondary […]
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Iriotakis v. Peninsula Employment Services Limited (2021 ONSC 998), offers some guidance on calculating reasonable notice periods for employment terminations during the pandemic. The employee was a 56-year-old Business Development Manager, with just over 2 years of service, whose employment was terminated in March 2020, shortly after the first COVID-19 lockdown began. Despite the title of […]
Read moreA board governance micro-credential program, Modern Board prepares current and prospective board members to successfully take on the challenges and the privilege of serving on a non-profit board. A Capacity Canada program offered in partnership with Conestoga College Institute of Technology and Advanced Learning, Modern Board equips you with the knowledge that allows you to […]
Read moreDriving difficult board discussions Is your board prepared for any impending crisis? Boards today are facing a complex new reality. Convoluted demands and an uncertain future have characterized the constantly evolving, contemporary environment. To keep pace, boards need to reshape and reimagine their roles. Tailored to prospective, new, and experienced non-profit board members, executive directors, […]
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There is no doubt that when you were dreaming of running your own small business, payroll processing was not on your mind. However, if payroll is a major drag, you can call leave it up to an expert. Here are the advantages of using a payroll management service. Save time to focus on your business […]
Read moreOne of the primary concerns for both parents and educators is a student’s lack of staying motivated. Both prior to the pandemic and during, some students have found it rather difficult to find and retain motivation in class. Children are naturally quite curious, however as they age, children can lose that interest and passion to […]
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