Underperformance is one of the toughest people issues to manage. Especially in small businesses where every role matters. When someone isn’t meeting expectations, it impacts productivity, morale, and puts added pressure on the rest of the team. It’s also one of the areas where employers are most likely to get into trouble if it’s handled poorly. The question I get asked all the time is: Can I terminate someone for underperformance? The short answer is yes, but how

Young workers want more than a paycheque - they want purpose, stability & wellbeing. This discussion has been coming up a lot lately with managers. And if you’ve been paying attention to workplace trends, you’ve likely noticed a major shift: Canadians - especially younger workers - want their work to mean something. And the latest research confirms it. A new report shows that 61% of Canadians say it’s important to work in an industry that helps people. That number ju

If you’re hiring in Ontario in 2026, listen up because big changes are coming to how you post jobs. And yes, they apply to you if you have 25 or more employees . And even if you're not in Ontario , it's a good idea to implement some of these rules to ensure equity in your hiring practices. Starting January 1, 2026 , new requirements under the ESA kick in. They’re all about transparency, fairness, and making sure job postings don’t feel like guessing games. Here’s the s