May 04, 2009
The Staffing Edge Launches Edge Connect
The Staffing Edge is very happy to announce the launch of it's Edge Connect program. This program is designed to bring staffing firms together to offer full service to their clients no matter the job requirement or geographical location. The Edge Connect program is available for both members of The Staffing Edge and non-members alike. For more information on this program contact smckechnie@staffedge.com
July 15, 2009
The Staffing Edge Scores 100%
On July 15th, 2009, The Staffing Edge particpated in a Safety Group Program Validation Audit. The Staffing Edge scored 100% for successfully implementing 9 years of positive health and safety initiatives and for having all the required supporting evidence of the five steps of the Safety Group Program.
Having a perfect score on a validation audit is not only unheard of but it also communicates to your clients that our health & safety program is above the standard.
November 06, 2009
Bill 139 Comes into Force
Are you prepared for Bill 139? November 6, 2009 marks the official addition of Bill 139 to the Ontario Employment Standards Act. For more information on the Bill and how you can ensure your staffing company is following the new practices call The Staffing Edge and we would be happy to strategize with you!
January 01, 2010
Changes to Self Employed Status
On December 21st, CRA announced significant changes to the Self Employed Status beginning January 1st of this year that will affect how you deal with these contractors.
For more information email
smckechnie@staffedge.com.
February 03, 2010
Brainhunter Inc. sold to India's Zylog Systems
A growing Indian Technology services company is buying insolvent Brainhunter Inc. for $35 million, reports Bert Hill of the Ottawa Citizen.
Brainhunter, which has 600 Ottawa contractors working on projects for the federal government and other clients, sought court protection from creditors in early December because of growing financial troubles.
Zylog is a small player in the Indian technology services industry that has been expanding aggressively around the world.