Notes From the Dispatch Desk.
Practical guidance on temporary staffing, worker classification, and what good labour vendors actually do differently.
Same-Day Staffing: How It Works and When It Makes Sense
Getting a worker on-site the same day you make the call is possible — but it works differently than standard staffing. Here is what to expect and when same-day staffing is the right call.
CNESST Compliance for Temporary Workers: What Employers Must Know
CNESST obligations for temporary workers are shared between the staffing agency and the client employer. Here is what each party is responsible for and where the liability traps are.
What Makes a Good Staffing Agency: 7 Questions to Ask Before Signing
Not all staffing agencies operate the same way. These seven questions separate the professional operations from the ones that will cost you more than they save.
Warehouse Staffing Surge: Planning for Peak Season in Canada
Peak season hits every warehouse eventually. The ones that struggle are the ones that started planning too late. Here is a timeline and framework for staffing a seasonal surge.
How to Calculate the True Cost of a Temp Worker vs Direct Hire
The hourly rate on a staffing invoice looks expensive until you calculate what a direct hire actually costs. Here is the full math, including the costs most employers forget.
Reducing Temporary Worker Turnover: Retention Strategies That Actually Work in Warehouses
The average temporary warehouse worker in Canada stays 11 days. Every time one leaves, it costs you $1,800 in replacement and lost productivity. These five strategies cut turnover by 30–40%.
CNESST and WSIB Coverage for Temporary Workers: What Clients Need to Verify
If a temporary worker gets injured at your facility and their staffing agency's WSIB or CNESST coverage has lapsed, the claim falls on you. Here is how to verify coverage properly.
Scaling Warehouse Staff for Peak Season: A Planning Guide That Avoids Last-Minute Scrambles
Every warehouse manager knows peak season is coming. The ones who start staffing in October for a November surge end up paying premium rates for undertrained workers.
The Quiet Liability Hiding in Your Temporary Staffing Invoice
If your staffing agency is classifying their workers as independent contractors to keep their bill rate low, you are the one holding the liability when CNESST or WSIB comes knocking.
Temporary Workers vs Independent Contractors: Classification, Liability, and What Property Managers Need to Know
Misclassifying a temporary worker as an independent contractor can trigger CRA reassessments, WSIB penalties, and back-payment of benefits. Here is how to get the distinction right.
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