by Cristina Schultz | Sep 4, 2026 | Industry Insights
August 2026 Unemployment Stats: A Quiet Summer Before a Busy Fall? August is traditionally a quieter month for hiring, and this year was no exception. With summer vacations in full swing, decision-makers away from the office, and many businesses operating at a...
by Cristina Schultz | Aug 7, 2026 | Industry Insights
Cristina Schultz If you’ve been following the headlines, you’ve probably noticed that in general, people are more optimistic tone about Canada’s job market. Statistics Canada’s latest Labour Force Survey shows that Canada’s unemployment...
by Sharlene Massie | May 25, 2026 | Industry Insights, Workplace & Career Insights
In today’s rapidly evolving job market, one thing is clear: what you can do matters, but how you’ve learned to do it still plays an important role. At About Staffing, we analyze hiring trends and compensation data every day. By leveraging tools alongside real-time...
by Sharlene Massie | May 11, 2026 | Industry Insights, Workplace & Career Insights
Oil prices are high, and company profits should be strong. By Alberta standards, this should feel like a boom. However, rising costs for both businesses and everyday life are cutting into what would traditionally fuel rapid expansion and hiring. For many employers and...
by Sharlene Massie | Apr 20, 2026 | Hiring Tips & Trends, Industry Insights
I am writing this after a recent experience that perfectly highlights a growing issue in hiring. We were working with a client to fill a senior level role.We sourced and presented a strong, well aligned candidate. But during the interview, something shifted. The...
by Sharlene Massie | Mar 4, 2026 | Hiring Tips & Trends, Industry Insights
As we celebrate 30 years of placing the best people in great jobs across Calgary and all of Alberta, one thing is clear: the hiring landscape has changed, but some fundamentals have not. At About Staffing, we like to say we are always a step ahead. Right now, one of...
