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Hiring the right employee is more than just finding someone with the perfect resume; it’s about finding a candidate who resonates with your company’s culture. A candidate who fits well within your team will contribute effectively and elevate the entire workplace environment. But how do you assess this elusive “culture fit”

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In Canada, by far the largest employer, by number of employees, is the government one way or the other.

Indeed, the federal government is the largest single employer in Canada. As of 2023, the federal public service of Canada employs 357,247 individuals (source).

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Federal holidays are holidays enacted by the Government of Canada (i.e. the federal government) that apply across the entire country but for federally regulated employers ONLY. 

It is a misconception that federal holidays apply to most people.

Most people in Canada work for a provincially regulated employer.

Only the following industries

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Introduction

Lieu time, a term that originates from the French word “lieu”, meaning “place” or “instead”, is a solution for managing overtime in the workplace. When employees work beyond their maximum working hours, lieu time provides an option for compensating owed overtime with paid time off. This practice of “lieu time” offers flexibility

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The words “labor” and “labour” may seem identical – they are pronounced the same and mean the same thing, but there is one subtle difference – the letter “u”. 

When should you use the letter “u” when you spell the words labour/labor?

British vs American English

The primary difference between “labor” and “labour”

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In British English, “practice” (with a “C”) is the noun form, and “practise” (with an “S”) is the verb form. In American English, “practice” (with a “C”) is used for both the noun and the verb form.

Difference Between Practice And Practise (Canada)

Since we’re in Canada, it’s worth noting that

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Every time you receive your paycheck, you may notice a term labelled ‘YTD’ various times on the pay stub. What exactly does this mean, you may have asked yourself? 

In short, YTD on a pay stub stands for “Year to Date”. More to the point, it means that the number correlated to

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In discussions, arguments, or debates, you might have heard the term “moot point.” Often, it’s used to dismiss a subject or idea, but what exactly does it mean? Let’s delve into the nuanced definitions and common misconceptions surrounding this phrase.

Moot Point Meaning

“Moot point” is a term that has evolved from a

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Chongqing blowing up on your TikTok? Me too! So I wanted to explore this city I had never even heard of before I started I seeing all these cyberpunk videos of the Chongqing skyline (which is weird considering just how big and advanced this city is).

Lets Learn

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The Old Age Security (OAS) pension is a retirement income source for most seniors in Canada, helping to support a more comfortable lifestyle post-retirement.

This article will help you understand the payment dates for OAS in 2023, how much you might expect to receive, and the qualifications for receiving OAS.

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