Hidden bias in recruitment has been a big topic recently. When the backlash to DEI intensified, new acronyms emerged to undermine its legitimacy. Critics dismissed DEI as “Didn’t Earn It”, suggesting that efforts to remove systemic barriers amounted to unearned...
In a recent blog, we explored the deepening HR crisis in Canada’s charitable sector, drawing on data from the Charity Insights Canada Project (CICP). Between 2023 and 2024, turnover rates among employees surged, driven by low pay, burnout, and systemic...
Youth are entering the job market at an incredibly challenging time. Youth unemployment in Canada is at a record high, the cost of living has skyrocketed, and AI threatens to make certain professions obsolete. It is an unsettling time to...
Original Broadcast Date: September 24, 2026 Summary: Employment agreements, workplace harassment complaints, and employee terminations are among the most common HR challenges nonprofits face—and among the most likely to result in costly disputes when handled incorrectly. Join Darcy Michaud, Chief Services...
The charitable sector in Canada is facing a severe recruitment and retention crisis, threatening its ability to deliver essential goods and services. In 2020, Statistics Canada reported that 38% of nonprofits anticipated challenges in recruiting skilled employees, while 33% expected difficulties in retaining...
Interested in learning more? We have partnered with HR Covered Inc. to host a free webinar. Register now! Running a nonprofit means balancing limited budgets, growing responsibilities, and a commitment to the communities you serve. HR may not be your...
Retention of paid staff is a prevalent and escalating challenge across the nonprofit sector. According to the Ontario Nonprofit Network’s 2025 State of the Sector Survey, above 50% of Ontario nonprofits reported significant difficulties with staff recruitment and retention. Data highlights...
Original Broadcast Date: June 4, 2026 Summary: Learn all about Canadian nonprofit and charitable sector compensation at this free webinar, which will explore the 2026 edition of CharityVillage’s popular Canadian Nonprofit Sector Salary & Benefits Report. The most comprehensive report...
Nonprofit employers are often looking for people who will dig in, learn quickly, and who care deeply about the communities they serve. At the same time, many post-secondary students and new graduates are looking for practical experience where they can...
Sometimes organizations reach a point where the goals keep growing, but the team does not. You may recognize this moment. The community need is rising, your programs are strong, and the vision is clear. But when you look at your...
