Canadian Government Grants for Hiring and Training Millennial Workers

How to Get the Most Value from Your Millennial Employees

Millennials have recently become the largest generation in Canada’s workforce. With Millennial representation growing from 17.8% in 2004 to 36.8% in 2014, chances are your organization employs several members of this demographic. However, most organizations, unless led by a Millennial, are unaware of the ways to get the most out of their Millennial employees. This…

Canadian Manufacturing Industry Grants to Train Youth Workers

Introduction to Trades Training: Youth Manufacturing Training Program

Although Canadian manufacturers are largely projecting growth over their next 1-3 years, there are a number of constraints that will limit their ability to do so. As reported in Manufacturers’ Outlook 2016, a survey of top manufacturing executives in Canada, a variety of issues will continue to challenge operations and slow growth over that time….

Recruitment and Hiring Tips for Business

Hiring New Employees: 4 Practical Tips to Ensuring a Good Fit

While I am not a certified human resources professional, I have had several opportunities throughout my career to screen, interview, and hire employees. I hired my first employee in 1991 and have gone through the process of finding the ‘right’ candidate several times since then. Although my background is geared towards science, research and development,…

Wage Subsidies for Businesses Ontario Co-operative Education Tax Credit

Ontario Co-operative Education Tax Credit: Wage Subsidies for Business

During the spring and summer months each year, businesses across Ontario aggressively pursue government funding programs to hire students and post-secondary graduates. Among their many options, which include wage subsidies such as government grants and tax credits, businesses can strategically reduce their labour costs while also developing youth talent. The Ontario Co-operative Education Tax Credit…

Strategies to Improve Workplace Training

Workplace Training Success: Practical Strategies from Star Wars

I know. I know. The Star Wars saga has been twisted for so many different purposes that it is fraying at the seams of its space pajamas. One could argue, though, that Star Wars is obsessed with training: the dynamics between learners and teachers, the universal benefits of excellent training, and the unfortunate consequences (to…

Canadian Government Grants to Hire Recent Graduates

Record Number of Businesses Apply for Canada Summer Jobs Hiring Grants

Editor’s Note: Details of the Canada Summer Jobs program are subject to change at any time; details on this page were accurate as of the posting date. To learn about current program details, please contact Mentor Works or visit canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/services/funding/youth-summer-job. Wage subsidies are a popular option for businesses looking to reduce employment costs and improve the…

Recruiting and Retaining Millennial Workers

5 Tips for Successfully Recruiting and Retaining Millennial Workers

As of 2015, Millennials comprised the largest generation of workers participating in Canada’s workforce. This is for good reason; among other benefits, Millennials are highly adaptable, are eager to learn, and are interested in professional growth. They are technologically advanced when compared to older generations, which can have a significant impact on your team, from…

Canadian Tooling and Machining Association Apprentice Bursary Sponsorships

CTMA’s Apprentice Bursary Awards Reduce Manufacturing Labour Gap

The Canadian economy’s success is heavily dependent on the contributions made from the manufacturing industry. Creating high-value, high-paying jobs in manufacturing (especially advanced manufacturing jobs) will ensure that Canada is able to remain competitive with other nations in coming years. However, before Canada reaches this vision, it must ensure that there is enough skilled labour…

Canadian Government Grants to Hire Recent Graduates and Summer Students

Why Hiring a Recent Graduate Makes Sense for Many Canadian Businesses

Editor’s Note: Details of the Canada Summer Jobs program are subject to change at any time; details on this page were accurate as of the posting date. To learn about current program details, please contact Mentor Works or visit canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/services/funding/youth-summer-job. Spring is just around the corner and that means that hiring season is about to kick…