On January 1, 2026, some of the most significant changes to Ontario’s hiring practices in years take effect. Unlike some legislative updates that feel abstract, these new job posting requirements will immediately impact how you post jobs and communicate with candidates. Under the working for Workers Four and Five Acts, Ontario is introducing five new...Read more
Leadership training is not just an expenditure; it's a vital investment in the sustained health and growth of a business.Read more
You know that workplace training is important…but how important is it? Is it limited to onboarding, or should you have regular upskilling? In this blog, we will talk about the importance of regular training and how it benefits your organization. Then we will outline some strategies to make the most of any training budget. Why...Read more
Brown Consulting Group highlights seven key factors that both employees and employers must consider when considering remote work requests - especially those requests to work from another country. Read more
As we enter into a new phase of post-COVID work, many businesses are opting to introduce a hybrid model of work, where staff work both remotely and in the office. However, how can you navigate that return to the office? What can you do to prepare your team? This article will discuss how to navigate...Read more
Accessibility in the workplace is an important issue that affects millions of Canadians. According to a recent study, an estimated 15% of Canadians have a disability and face barriers when it comes to the workplace or even accessing employment opportunities. Providing an inclusive environment for your staff and customers with disabilities is legally required, but...Read more
No business is built by one person. You know that it is your team working together that is making your company successful. While we know that you praise your team, it’s also important to consider how you are compensating them. In this article, we will give a primer on your compensation strategy and red flags...Read more
No one can say that workplaces in the past few years have not been without their challenges. We are now seeing organizations shifting to more hybrid work options with employees working from home and the office on a variety of different schedules. We’ve also seen organizations shifting to hoteling options, which can be good, particularly if you’ve downsized...Read more
With COVID-19, it seems as though there are constant changes in how governments are responding and, correspondingly, what Canadian employers need to do. We’ve captured the latest in this brief update as there are some significant changes that employers need to be aware of. Mandatory Screening With the rise of COVID-19 cases in Ontario, the...Read more
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