Robert Half Canada - Press Releases (2024)

Jul 30, 2024

More Than Half of Canadian Companies Plan to Add New Positions in the Second Half of 2024

58% plan to increase the number of contract professionals 90% of managers face challenges finding skilled talent TORONTO, July 30, 2024 /CNW/ - New research from talent solutions and business...

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Jul 23, 2024

Robert Half is named one of Canada's 2024 Best Workplaces™ in Professional Services

Global talent solutions and business consulting firm Robert Half is proud to be named one of Canada's 2024 Best Workplaces™ in Professional Services by Great Place to Work®, the global...

Jul 19, 2024

Robert Half Receives Four Canadian HR Reporter Readers' Choice Awards 2024

Global talent solutions and business consulting firm Robert Half is proud to be the recipient of four Canadian HR Reporter Readers' Choice Awards 2024, winning in the following categories:...

Jun 26, 2024

Worker Confidence in Job Market Rises as Half of Professionals Seek New Jobs

50% of professionals have job search plans for the second half of the year, returning to a level not seen since early 2023 Report reveals professionals most likely to make moves TORONTO, June 26, 2024

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Jun 4, 2024

Robert Half's Linda Muneka Named to Women We Admire's List of Top Women Leaders of Toronto for 2024

Robert Half is proud to announce that Linda Muneka, Vice President, Management Resources, North America, has been named one of the Top Women Leaders of Toronto for 2024 by Women We Admire, listed...

May 8, 2024

New Robert Half Research Reveals Severity of the Technology Skills Gap Amid Rapid Change

48% of tech leaders feel the impact of skills gaps is more apparent today compared to a year ago New report highlights factors contributing to the skills gaps, tech leaders' top priorities, and...

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May 1, 2024

Robert Half Releases 2023 Leading With Integrity Report

Global talent solutions and business consulting firm Robert Half has released its 2023 Leading With Integrity Report, which provides an in-depth look at the company's global ESG objectives,...

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Apr 4, 2024

Survey: Entry-Level Hiring Will Hold Steady During 2024 Graduation Season

64 per cent of organizations plan to hire entry-level professionals in the first half of 2024 Research reveals hiring demand by profession and company size TORONTO, April 4, 2024 /CNW/ -...

Feb 6, 2024

Many Workers Planning to Change Jobs While Demand for Skilled Talent Continues

Salary remains the driving force behind job search plans Flexibility and fulfilment top the list of reasons some are staying put TORONTO, Feb. 6, 2024 /CNW/ - Despite an uncertain economy leading...

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Jan 31, 2024

Robert Half Named a Fortune® World's Most Admired Company™ for 27th Consecutive Year

Global talent solutions and business consulting firm Robert Half, including its subsidiary, Protiviti®, has been named by Fortune magazine as one of the 2024 World's Most Admired Companies....

Dec 7, 2023

More Than Half of Canadian Companies Plan to Increase Hiring in the First Half of 2024

54 per cent plan to add new permanent roles; another 68 per cent expect to hire more contract workers Managers cite company growth as the primary factor influencing hiring plans TORONTO, Dec. 7,...

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Oct 10, 2023

Robert Half Named One of Forbes' World's Best Employers 2023

Global talent solutions and business consulting firm Robert Half (NYSE: RHI), including its subsidiary, Protiviti, has again been named by Forbes as one of the World's Best Employers. This is...

Oct 3, 2023

2024 Hiring and Compensation Trends: Numbers to Know in a Complex Labour Market

Newly released Robert Half Salary Guide reveals how employers are responding to worker expectations about pay, perks and benefits Research features the most in-demand roles across professions TORONTO,

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Sep 12, 2023

Robert Half Named One of the TIME World's Best Companies 2023

Global talent solutions and business consulting firm Robert Half (NYSE: RHI), including its subsidiary, Protiviti, has been honored by TIME Magazine as one of the World's Best Companies 2023. This...

Aug 22, 2023

Managers Embrace AI, Workers Feel Mixed Depending on Generation and Profession

Survey shows Gen Z and millennials are most likely to use AI to their advantage at work Automating routine tasks and increasing efficiency are the biggest anticipated benefits TORONTO, Aug. 22,...

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Jul 27, 2023

Job Optimism Remains High: More than 4 in 10 Canadian Workers Plan to Change Jobs by Year End

Robert Half research reveals common reasons candidates drop out of the hiring process TORONTO, July 27, 2023 /CNW/ - Research from talent solutions and business consulting firm Robert Half points...

Jul 26, 2023

Robert Half's Linda Muneka Named to Women We Admire's List of Top 50 Women Leaders of Toronto for 2023

Robert Half is proud to announce that Linda Muneka, Vice President, Management Resources Practice, has been named one of the Top 50 Women Leaders of Toronto for 2023 by Women We Admire, listed at...

Jun 22, 2023

Five Trends to Know About Today's Multigenerational Workforce

Social and economic disruption over the past few years has transformed professionals' priorities and perspectives on work, and understanding what motivates employees of different generations can...

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Jun 15, 2023

Robert Half Receives Four Canadian HR Reporter Readers' Choice Awards 2023

Global talent solutions and business consulting firm Robert Half is proud to be the recipient of four Canadian HR Reporter Readers' Choice Awards 2023, winning in the following categories:...

Jun 6, 2023

Robert Half is named one of Canada’s 2023 Best Workplaces™ in Professional Services

TORONTO, ON — Global talent solutions and business consulting firm Robert Half is proud to be named one of Canada’s 2023 Best Workplaces™ in Professional Services by Great Place to Work®,...

May 31, 2023

Nearly 4 in 10 Professionals Report Rising Burnout

40 per cent say their department is understaffed Nearly a quarter say their manager has taken no action to alleviate work-related stress TORONTO, May 31, 2023 /CNW/ - Burnout is a problem that...

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May 16, 2023

Robert Half Recognized as One of Canada's Best Workplaces™ for Giving Back

Global talent solutions and business consulting firm Robert Half is proud to be named one of Canada's Best Workplaces™ for Giving Back by Great Place to Work™, the global authority on...

Apr 14, 2023

Robert Half Recognized as One of Canada's Best Workplaces™ 2023 by Great Place to Work™

Global talent solutions and business consulting firm Robert Half is proud to have been ranked in the Top 30 of Canada's Best Workplaces™ 2023 list by Great Place to Work®, the global authority...

Apr 10, 2023

Technology managers most likely to favour long-term flexibility for their teams Large organizations more inclined to support a hybrid approach than smaller firms TORONTO, Aug. 18, 2021 /CNW/ -...

Jul 13, 2021

43 Per Cent of Canadian Companies Plan to Add New Positions in Second Half of 2021

Recruiting challenges drive hiring managers to up ante to get candidates on board, Robert Half research shows 35 per cent of companies are offering signing bonuses TORONTO, July 13, 2021 /CNW/ -...

Jun 15, 2021

Robert Half Research Points to Job Optimism Among Canadian Workers

Robert Half Research Points To Job Optimism Among Canadian Workers Twenty-one per cent of employees plan to look for a new role in the coming months Of those, 25 per cent want to pursue a...

May 25, 2021

Burnout Building for 43 Per Cent of Workers, Robert Half Research Shows

Forty-Three Per Cent of Professionals Plan to Take at Least Three Weeks Off This Year TORONTO, May 25, 2021 /CNW/ - Many workers are worn out and ready to make up for lost vacation time, new...

May 3, 2021

More Than One-Quarter of Workers Say Pandemic Contributed to a Career Setback, Robert Half Survey Finds

According to new research from global staffing firm Robert Half, more than one-quarter of professionals (27 per cent) said their career has stalled since the start of the pandemic — and that...

Apr 6, 2021

1 in 3 Remote Workers May Quit if Required to Return to the Office Full Time, Robert Half Survey Finds

More companies are calling workers back to the office, but will they readily return? A new study by global staffing firm Robert Half shows that about one in three professionals (33 per cent)...

Mar 16, 2021

Hiring Mistakes Come at a Higher Price Amid Pandemic

56 Per Cent of Employers Report the Cost of a Bad Hire Has Increased From One Year Ago, Robert Half Research Shows TORONTO, March 16, 2021 /CNW/ - Companies today have more at stake if they make a...

Feb 10, 2021

How to Lose a Candidate in 10 (Business) Days

Nearly 4 in 10 Companies 'Breadcrumb' Job Applicants, Robert Half Research Shows 72 per cent of professionals lose interest in a job if they don't hear back within two weeks of the initial...

Jan 21, 2021

New Year, New City? Workers and Managers Reveal Relocation Plans Amid Pandemic

44 per cent of professionals would consider relocating, but only 16 per cent would be willing to take a pay cut to do so, Robert Half research shows Nearly 3 in 10 companies are allowing workers...

Dec 17, 2020

Nearly Half of Companies Plan to Offer Year-End Bonuses, Robert Half Survey Finds

The final weeks of 2020 may bring a welcome surprise for many workers, new research from global staffing firm Robert Half shows. Nearly half of senior managers surveyed (48 per cent) said their...

Nov 23, 2020

New Research: Remote Employees Working Weekends, Logging Long Days

Professionals in Calgary, Toronto and Ottawa Most Likely to Clock Weekend Hours TORONTO, Nov. 23, 2020 /CNW/ - A new study by global staffing firm Robert Half shows employees are working around...

Nov 12, 2020

44% of Workers are Suffering from Video Call Fatigue, Robert Half Research Shows

Technical Issues and Too Many Participants Are Biggest Virtual Meeting Pet Peeves TORONTO, Nov. 12, 2020 /CNW/ - A new study by global staffing firm Robert Half shows video calls may be wearing on...

Oct 29, 2020

Survey: 85% of Companies Transformed their Business in Response to Pandemic

Nearly 4 in 10 Organizations Prioritized Digital Initiatives, Robert Half Research Shows TORONTO, Oct. 29, 2020 /CNW/ - Most businesses are finding bright spots amid the gloom of the pandemic, new...

Oct 8, 2020

Survey: 33% of Workers Are More Burned Out Than a Year Ago

Heavier Workloads Cited as Top Reason for Increased Fatigue, According to Robert Half Survey TORONTO, Oct. 8, 2020 /CNW/ - Drowning in work and feeling drained? Many professionals are, new...

Sep 30, 2020

Survey: 44 Per Cent of Companies Have Hired New Staff Remotely Since Start of Pandemic

Of Those, More Than Half Expanded Their Search Geographically to Reach More Candidates TORONTO, Sept. 30, 2020 /CNW/ - COVID-19 has changed everything, including how companies recruit talent, new...

Sep 10, 2020

New Research: Compensation Trends Amid COVID-19

82 per cent of senior managers worry about losing top talent; of those, 41 per cent say salary reductions and planned salary freezes are to blame 75 per cent of companies have maintained or upped...

Aug 20, 2020

Up for Debate: is it OK to Talk Politics With Colleagues?

Politics may be top of mind for many people right now, but is the topic safe to talk about at work? It depends, new research from global staffing firm Robert Half shows. Workers were asked "Is it...

Aug 5, 2020

Survey: Workplace Rivalries Hold Steady Despite Pandemic

More Than Three-Quarters of Employees Say Coworker Competitiveness at Same Level as a Year Ago TORONTO, Aug. 5, 2020 /CNW/ - Though many teams continue to work remotely, a sense of workplace...

Jun 30, 2020

Survey: A Window into Windowed Work in Canada

For many workers, flexible schedules have gone from being a perk to a necessity during the pandemic, and new research from global staffing firm Robert Half suggests it's a positive trend....

Jun 17, 2020

Survey: 47% of Workers in Canada Second-Guessing Careers Amid Pandemic

After months of maneuvering through the coronavirus crisis, many employees are rethinking what's most important when it comes to their career, new research from global staffing firm Robert Half...

May 28, 2020

Survey: The State of Summer Vacations For Canadian Employees

Summer is around the corner, but many professionals in Canada plan to keep their nose to the grindstone, new research from global staffing firm Robert Half shows. According to a survey of more...

May 1, 2020

Canadian Employees Share Views on Current and Post-Pandemic Workplace

55% of office professionals who transitioned to a remote setup say they have better work-life balance, according to new Robert Half research 74% of workers would like to telecommute more often...

Apr 21, 2020

Survey: 94% of Employees in Canada are Satisfied with Their Company's Response to COVID-19 Pandemic

Three-Quarters of Workers Describe Their Boss as 'Very Supportive' Since the Outbreak TORONTO, April 21, 2020 /CNW/ - Companies in Canada are rising to the occasion to navigate the pandemic, new...

Mar 4, 2020

Survey: 54% of Canadian Workers at Companies That Celebrate Sports Events Say They Improve Morale

54 per cent of employers organize sports-related festivities, according to Robert Half research Friendly competitions and themed food gatherings provide the biggest morale boost TORONTO, March 5, 2020

Feb 19, 2020

Are Canadian Workers Selling Themselves Short? Only One-Third Negotiated Pay with Last Job Offer, Survey Finds

Are Canadian workers stepping up to the bargaining table? According to new research from global staffing firm Robert Half, just over one-third of Canadian professionals surveyed (36 per cent)...

Jan 28, 2020

Survey: 77% of Workers in Canada Want Updates on Company Financial Performance

Nearly half of organizations share fiscal data with all employees, according to Robert Half Management Resources research TORONTO, Jan. 28, 2020 /CNW/ - Should companies open their books to...

Jan 20, 2020

Survey: Less than Half of Companies in Canada Provide Remote Work Options; Six in 10 Employees Use this Perk when Offered

Many organizations have increased options to work outside the office in the past three years Inadequate technology and lost productivity are the main reasons professionals choose not to...

Jan 14, 2020

Survey: 67% of Tech Leaders in Canada Say Their Company Offers Extra Perks or Benefits to Sweeten Pot for IT Pros

Gaining a competitive recruiting edge is the top reason for this strategy, according to Robert Half Technology research TORONTO, Jan. 14, 2020 /CNW/ - Employers in Canada are upping the ante on...

Jan 8, 2020

Survey Reveals Job Search Trends in Canada for 2020

Promoting an online portfolio or personal website is the top way candidates can get a leg up on the competition, Accountemps research shows Using cartoons and excessive colour on application...

Dec 18, 2019

Workplace Etiquette 2020: Survey Shows Canadian Employers Feel Foul Language, Pets Biggest Office Offenses; Non-Traditional Piercings Are A-Okay

Once frowned upon in some offices, non-traditional piercings, visible tattoos, casual attire and non-traditional hair colours are now more acceptable for employees, according to Accountemps...

Dec 16, 2019

2 in 3 Companies in Canada Plan to Expand Creative Teams in First Half of 2020, Survey Finds

User experience remains top area for hiring, according to The Creative Group research 92% of advertising and marketing managers report challenges recruiting creative talent 71% of employers say...

Dec 16, 2019

Survey: 56% of Law Firms, Companies in Canada Plan to Expand Legal Teams in Next Six Months

General business or corporate law is top practice area expected to offer job opportunities, according to Robert Half Legal research Lawyers, legal secretaries and data privacy specialists are in...

Dec 10, 2019

More Than Half of Tech Leaders in Canada Plan to Expand Teams in 2020; Project-Based Hires a Priority as Talent Pool Remains Tight

87% of technology leaders say it's challenging to find IT talent in their area Top business priorities include bolstering cybersecurity and upskilling staff Almost all IT hiring managers plan to...

Dec 3, 2019

33% of Companies in Canada that Offer Year-End Bonuses Plan to Increase Them, Survey Reveals

Some workers will be bringing home bigger paycheques this month, suggests new research from global staffing firm Robert Half. Nearly two-thirds of senior managers polled (64 per cent) in Canada...

Nov 20, 2019

38 Per Cent of Canadian Professionals Will Shop Online From Work This Holiday Season

Online shopping has afforded consumers the luxury of shopping around the clock, but how many professionals take advantage by shopping on the clock during the holidays? Nearly two in five Canadian...

Nov 18, 2019

Survey Shows More Than Half of Canadian Workers Have Experienced Mishaps When Starting a New Job

Tech Issues Most Common Hitch

Toronto, ON — The first days on a job aren’t always smooth sailing, suggests new research from global staffing firm Accountemps. While nearly all professionals surveyed (95 per cent) said...

Nov 13, 2019

Robert Half and Protiviti Announce Strategic Partnership with FEI Canada to Advance Collaboration and Engagement Within Canadian Finance Community

Global staffing firm Robert Half and its consulting subsidiary, Protiviti, announced today a new business alliance with Financial Executives International Canada (FEI Canada) intended to support...

Nov 7, 2019

Survey: Nearly One-Third of Workers in Canada Lose Interest in Job Offer if Employer Won't Negotiate Beyond Salary

Hiring in-demand job candidates often requires sweetening the pot with nonmonetary perks, and new research from global staffing firm Robert Half confirms it. Thirty-two per cent of workers surveyed in

Nov 4, 2019

Survey: More Than One-Third of Workers in Canada Say Their Commute Is Stressful

Are Canadian employees stressed out before they even arrive to the office? In a new survey from global staffing firm Robert Half, more than one-third of professionals (35 per cent) said travelling...

Oct 24, 2019

Nearly 9 In 10 Employees In Canada Come To Work Sick, Survey Shows

More than one-quarter of professionals always go to the office with cold or flu symptoms, according to Accountemps research Having too much work to do is the top reason why professionals come in...

Oct 16, 2019

8 in 10 Lawyers in Canada Say Tech Skills Outweigh Soft Skills When Hiring Legal Job Candidates

Employers in the legal field are placing a premium on technical skills, new research indicates. More than 8 in 10 lawyers (82 per cent) in Canada surveyed by Robert Half Legal said that their...

Oct 8, 2019

Two in Five Workers in Canada Have Quit Due to a Bad Boss, Survey Reveals

New research from global staffing firm Robert Half suggests there's some truth to the saying, "people leave managers, not companies." About two in five professionals surveyed in Canada (39 per...

Oct 1, 2019

Survey: Creative Teams Struggle With Technological Change

- AI and machine learning top technology disruptors for creative professionals - Biggest barrier to new technology adoption is resistance to change MENLO PARK, Calif., Oct. 1, 2019 /CNW/ -- Change...

Sep 26, 2019

Most Canadian Companies Offer Physical, Mental and Financial Wellness Benefits, Survey Finds

More than half of employers cover some wellness program costs Seventy-one per cent of organizations will offer staff bonuses or other incentives in 2020 TORONTO, Sept. 26, 2019 /CNW/ - Many...

Sep 19, 2019

Survey: Recent Work History Top Factor for Hiring Managers When Evaluating Tech Candidates in Canada

Job applicants' latest work experience carries greater weight than other factors for many IT hiring managers in Canada, according to new research from staffing firm Robert Half Technology. Even...

Sep 10, 2019

Are Suits Now Unsuitable For Job Interviews?

While casual dress codes are gaining ground, some employers expect more polish when meeting with job applicants, new research from global staffing firm Accountemps shows. In a survey of senior...

Sep 5, 2019

Survey: Nearly 9 in 10 CFOs in Canada Find Consulting an Attractive Career Option

Is a seat in the C-suite the final phase of a successful career? Not necessarily, according to a new survey of CFOs from Robert Half Management Resources. Nearly nine in 10 financial executives in...

Aug 28, 2019

Money Matters: Survey Finds Canadian Workers are Scrutinizing Salaries; Feelings Split on Pay Satisfaction

56 per cent of workers say they've checked their salary against market rates within the last year; more than half have compared their salaries with coworkers Nearly half of professionals in Canada...

Aug 22, 2019

Survey: Finance Executives in Canada Report Leadership and Tech Skills Most Difficult to Find When Hiring

80% of CFOs Say Business Analytics Skills Mandatory for at Least Some Accounting and Finance Positions TORONTO, Aug. 22, 2019 /CNW/ - As digital transformation reshapes businesses, Canadian...

Aug 20, 2019

Feeling the Burn: 96% of Managers in Canada Say Their Staff are Experiencing Some Degree of Burnout

On the heels of the World Health Organization defining burnout as a syndrome resulting from workplace stress, a recent survey from staffing firm Accountemps found that nearly all senior managers...

Aug 8, 2019

Show Them The Money: 33% Of Workers In Canada to Look For New Job in Next 12 Months

Survey Finds Employees Will Stay Put in Job Higher Compensation and Advancement Opportunities TORONTO, Aug. 8, 2019 /CNW/ - New research from global staffing firm Robert Half shows 80 per cent of...

Aug 1, 2019

Survey: 74% of Canadian CFOs Collaborating More With Their Firm's CIO

As the integration of technology solutions continues to reshape businesses, C-suite collaboration, increasingly, is standard procedure. A new survey from Robert Half reveals that 74 per cent of...

Robert Half Canada - Press Releases (2024)

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