NEWSLETTER ARCHIVE
Discover latest HR trends, real estate insights, and the intersection of the two with The HR Pro’s monthly newsletters.
2025
Kickstart 2025 with confidence! From updating HR policies and compliance to planning strategic growth and leadership development, ensure your business thrives. Stay informed with insights on contractor classification, CPP updates, and leadership trends.
As of February, businesses must strategize to overcome the effects of Quitter’s Day. Read on transforming team dynamics; employers must act to reduce worker’s compensation costs; and also, what is the secret to running a successful brokerage?
Read on Apple shareholders on anti-DEI proposal; why are Canadian workers resigning; and how to handle a toxic performer at your brokerage
Presenting The HR PRO first online webinar on April 24th, 2025. Read on how Canadian Employees are entitled to time off to vote; 5 key tariffs that will affect real estate and How to fire an employee without a legal nightmare
This month, we’re focusing on how to turn stalled momentum into strategic growth. Get insights on improving recruitment, refining operations, and leading through uncertainty—plus, watch our latest “Hire & Inspire” webinar replay.
Mid-2025 is a pivotal moment for growth-minded leaders. In this issue, we explore how strategic HR aligns leadership vision with real action—fueling culture, agility, and long-term success.
A short message from Kate Teves: Strategic hiring should take place between late July and August to prepare the business for the fall season. This is also the time to anticipate workforce gaps—whether in professional development, new partnerships, or upcoming business projects—and get ahead of them.
Busy seasons strain teams, and prolonged high workloads increase burnout, turnover, and operational risk. Smart staffing strategies — overtime pay, seasonal bonuses, or temporary support — help protect morale and performance. This edition also covers rising burnout rates in Canada, employers’ legal duty to investigate off-duty harassment, and compliance rules around unpaid help.
As Q3 ends, September becomes a key checkpoint for assessing performance, workforce gaps, and Q4 readiness. Labour data shows cooling momentum, sector disparities, and rising long-term unemployment, with implications for hiring, wages, and staffing models. This edition also covers Ontario’s upcoming minimum wage increase, shifting job-search trends, and why unresolved employee conflict creates operational and legal risks.
October opens Q4, a critical period for year-end reviews, planning, and steady leadership. This edition highlights Ontario’s upcoming pay transparency requirements, new labour mobility rules that streamline hiring across provinces, and why “doing it all” may be holding businesses back. Plus, a preview of the Kathleen Black Summit, where modern leadership focuses on clarity, composure, and purposeful response.
November is a key moment for Ontario employers to review vacation pay, balances, and time-off policies before year-end pressures set in. With ESA rules on vacation time, pay calculations, and carry-over requirements, accuracy and clear communication are essential. This edition also covers how vacation entitlements work in Ontario and guidance on keeping bonus promises transparent and conflict-free.
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2024
Embrace the arrival of 2024 by engaging in strategic planning. Uncover the resilience of your business through the Business Architecture Diagnostic (BAD), stay informed about legislative updates and compliance, and explore a host of other valuable offerings.
The recently enacted federal minimum wage increase on April 1st. Meanwhile, the utilization of virtual assistants offers cost-effective and flexible solutions. Additionally, the importance of routine audits of employment contracts, as they are crucial for ensuring legal compliance, mitigating risks, and maintaining operational efficiency.
July marks the transition from Q2 to Q3, and StatCanada has created an infographic detailing the business conditions for the rest of the year. Learn about the optimal HR-to-employee ratio, Ottawa’s new wage-fixing measures, and watch an inspiring video that explores your role as a manager or a leader.
October marks the start of Q4, a crucial time for businesses to focus on year-end strategies. Review performance metrics, conduct employee feedback sessions, and align goals for the year ahead. Boost morale with team activities and ensure HR compliance. Plus, get ready for benefits open enrollment.
Recruitment investments frequently exceed expectations. As the upcoming tax season approaches with regulatory changes, stay vigilant. Elevate productivity and bolster retention by prioritizing employee engagement – a strategic move with enduring benefits.
Kate Teves welcomes you to the month of May with this personalized video. Learn how terminating an employee on leave may affect business owners, about a fraud action that cost $1.8M, and the top 10 errors employers make. Gain valuable insights that can help you navigate the complexities of employment law and protect your business.
Read on employees returning from vacations and having productivity concerns; employee absent from workplace for some time; Canadian economy sees ‘decent’ growth in Q2; and Kate Teves’ article on Ethics, Confidentiality, and Compliance in the Buzz magazine.
As we move through Q4, the slow season is an excellent time to reflect on the year and plan for 2025. In 2024, we’ve seen AI significantly impact business functions, enhancing efficiency and employee experiences.
A strong HR foundation is deemed paramount for fueling business growth. Employees need to remain vigilant as job scam losses have seen a threefold increase since 2023. Work permits for international students are currently undergoing scrutiny and revision.
Stay informed about Ontario’s Bill 27, the Working for Workers Act, 2024, and understand its implications for your business. Explore the risks and best practices for managing seasonal employees to stay compliant and proactive in a changing landscape. Prepare now to ensure a smooth transition into the new regulations.
As September rolls in, the real estate sector is abuzz with activities, gaining momentum as we approach the year’s end. This is an excellent chance to explore how the right team and efficient processes can ensure your events are seamless and your business stays on course.
As the year comes to a close, it’s a great time to reflect on the progress made in AI and technology throughout 2023. Looking ahead to 2025, explore how housing, succession planning, and AI are expected to evolve, and prepare your team for the changes ahead. Stay informed and proactive to ensure your business is ready for the future.
