David Wells

Global corporates hold potential for capital appreciation and higher yield, to complement core bonds. Learn more about Mackenzie Global Corporate Fixed Income Fund: https://ow.ly/eKEH30sEcZS

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Navigating the Employment Landscape: AES's Role in Connecting Talent Across Canada The job market can be a complex terrain to traverse, especially when seeking the right talent to fill seasonal and permanent roles across various industries. Agency Employment Services (AES), based in Cambridge, Ontario, stands out as a beacon for both employers and job seekers navigating this landscape. AES has carved a niche in connecting skilled individuals with the right opportunities. AES's approach is not just about filling vacancies but creating meaningful connections that benefit both the employer and the employee. They understand that the right fit goes beyond matching skills on a resume; it's about understanding the culture of a company and the aspirations of a job seeker. AES's services are comprehensive, covering temporary staffing, permanent search, payroll, HR support, and contract workforce management. DM me for more information

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Ready to tackle 2025 with AI on your side for hiring, training and retaining top talent? Our latest employer report covers the trends, tools and skills you’ll need to stay ahead—and it’s not all serious business (there are some hilarious AI fails, too)! 🤖💡The future of talent is here, and it’s tech-forward!  You can download the report here: https://lnkd.in/e4w8qeFm

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The fractional side of our business continues to grow. We’ve partnered with our friends across Western Canada by providing immediate access to specialists. In this Report I discuss: -         Project successes -         Trends/benefits of the fractional consultant

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Planning Your 2025 Compensation Strategy? Here’s What You Need to Know 💰 As 2024 comes to a close, it’s time to think ahead. The projected average salary increase in Canada for 2025 is around 3.5%. 📈 Highest projected increases in sectors like: - Technology & Telecommunications: up to 4.3% - Real Estate: up to 4.2% - Lower increases in: - Healthcare: up to 2.8% - Education Services: up to 2.9% But it’s not just about numbers! Defining your compensation philosophy is crucial: 🔹 What’s driving your increases? Retention, merit, annual adjustments? 🔹 Market Positioning: Do you aim to be at, above, or below the median? 🔹 Total Compensation: Consider benefits, flexibility, and more. If salary increases just aren't feasible, here are a few alternatives to salary increases: • Flexible work arrangements 🏠 • Additional time off 🌴 • Wellness programs 🧘‍♀️ For more insights, check out our latest blog post over on our website! https://lnkd.in/gvMxaEzg #CompensationPlanning #HRInsights #2025Planning #EmployeeRetention #JoutaHR #HumanResources #Canada

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There has been a dramatic increase in health issues for Canadians, with 1 in 4 people identifying as having one or more disabilities. Learn how you can support your clients with disability planning and help them save for the future with Mackenzie RDSPs: https://ow.ly/tXUg30sI5ul

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Happy Canada Day! New market update is a good one this week (IMO). As we are into week 5, realization of go to market efforts is what we are looking for. To that end: - ADP pays approximately 1 in 4 Canadians. We are now live in Canada ADP Marketplace and admins can activate our payroll integration in less than an hour - https://lnkd.in/ggNjEKAh - Clearview Restaurant Management Software launched their partner connect program and ZayZoon is the only EWA partner able to serve Canadian clients (we can do the US as well). Clearview is a huge Canadian success story with their platform in place at most of the major QSR brands in the country. - This article from Scotiabank outlines how we are partnering to leverage their payments platform for ensuring we can serve Canadian employees quickly and reliably. https://lnkd.in/gS8QUkT5 - Finally, we had a launch party. Celebrate the wins.

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Managing a cross-border workforce? Access our on-demand webinar and gain practical insights designed to help US employers operating in Canada, including: -          Employment contracts and at-will employment -          Sale of business obligations -          PTO and vacation pay -          Restrictive covenants and misclassification -          Use of Professional Employer Organizations (PEOs) Watch the recording here: https://lnkd.in/ehvqzUWG Dan Beale | Catherine Coulter | Matthew Curtis | Colleen Hoey | Maggie Sullivan #EmploymentLaw #LabourLaw #CrossBorder

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Best LMS Software in Canada: Top 6 Platforms for Your Business in 2024

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Great article, thanks Mary for your insights

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🧐 What’s next for your business? Gather your team, use the study to spark a conversation and then decide how to position your company for growth in the years to come.

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