Posts by Anum Rahiman
Reflecting on 2024: Living Wages in Canada and What Recruiters Need to Know for 2025
As we step into 2025, it’s the perfect time to reflect on the key workforce trends from 2024. Among them, the growing emphasis on living wages stood out as a defining conversation for businesses and recruiters alike. In a year marked by rising inflation and escalating housing costs, the push for wages that truly reflect…
Read MoreExploring the Impacts of Canada’s New Work Hours for International Students
As Canada announces an increase in the permissible work hours for international students from 20 to 24 hours per week during the academic year, this policy shift opens new avenues for students, hiring managers and recruiters. This change, expected to take effect in the fall of this year, provides an exciting opportunity to reevaluate recruitment…
Read MoreBritish Columbia’s Minimum Wage Increase: Implications for Employers
British Columbia is on the cusp of a pivotal change that will significantly impact both employers and the workforce. Come June, the province will increase its minimum wage from $16.75 an hour to $17.40 an hour, a move that highlights the government’s dedication to ensuring a fair wage for all workers. This adjustment represents a…
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