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Background Checks for the Gig Economy: Best Practices for Hiring Independent Contractors

By Alexis Hardie • October 8, 2024
Navigating background checks in the gig economy? Learn best practices for screening independent contractors in Canada while staying compliant with privacy laws.
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How to Avoid Negligent Hiring Lawsuits in Canada

By Aarti Arora • September 25, 2024
Don't let a bad hire cost you! Understand negligent hiring lawsuits in Canada and discover how background checks can safeguard your company from financial and reputational damage.
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The 5 Essential Pieces of a Pre-Employment Screen in Canada

By Alexis Hardie • August 29, 2024
Reduce hiring risk and build a strong team with comprehensive pre-employment screening in Canada. Learn about criminal checks, employment verification, and more to make informed hiring decisions.

Empower Your Hiring Process with Hire Performance's Candidate-Pay Feature

By Tim Hardie • July 10, 2024
Reduce hiring costs & enhance candidate accountability with Hire Performance's new Candidate-Pay feature. Seamlessly integrated with eScreener. Learn more!

The Ultimate Guide to Switching Background Check Providers

By Maria McParland • June 18, 2024
How can you go about moving to a new background check provider? Let’s break down why it’s worth considering, then dive into how to transition from your current provider to your new partner.

Is it Legal to Conduct Background Checks on a Job Applicant?

By Tim Hardie • May 16, 2024
The short answer is yes… but the regulations vary based on the specific type of background check. You must know the legal requirements and your responsibilities in meeting them as a business.
Women on her phone

How To Ensure Your Social Media Won't Hinder You From Getting Your Dream Job

By Alexis Hardie • April 2, 2024
Finding your next job involves more than just a resume and interview. Depending on the role, potential employers may conduct a social media screening before extending a job offer. Let’s break down the best practices for using your social media accounts without risking future or current employment.
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How the HRPA Helps Establish Fair Chance Hiring in Canada

By Maria McParland • March 14, 2024
Fair chance hiring aims to create a more level playing field for those with a past criminal record. Promoting this campaign relies on giving employers the right knowledge and best practices to help break down unfair barriers to employment. HRPA is working to equip employers with the right information and procedures to expand fair chance hiring throughout Canada.
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The Importance of Reverifying a Criminal Record Check on Employees

By Tim Hardie • February 8, 2024
Conducting a criminal record check is often carried out when a new employee is brought onto the team. However, reverifying these checks throughout an individual's employment is often necessary to keep your workforce safe, stay compliant, and maintain accurate employee records. Read on to learn more about how the Hire Performance’s app makes these checks easy to maintain and update.
Corporate Social Responsibility

Hire Performance Inc. Supports Corporate Social Responsibility

By Tim Hardie • January 29, 2024
Hire Performance Inc. is dedicated to corporate social responsibility, and we’re dedicated to supporting causes that help make a positive impact on the world. Read on to find out how Hire Performance Inc. can help your business today!
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Background Checks for the Gig Economy: Best Practices for Hiring Independent Contractors

By Alexis Hardie • October 8, 2024
Navigating background checks in the gig economy? Learn best practices for screening independent contractors in Canada while staying compliant with privacy laws.
Judges hammer, lawyer, courtroom, How to Avoid Negligent Hiring Lawsuits in Canada

How to Avoid Negligent Hiring Lawsuits in Canada

By Aarti Arora • September 25, 2024
Don't let a bad hire cost you! Understand negligent hiring lawsuits in Canada and discover how background checks can safeguard your company from financial and reputational damage.
Finger pointing at a screen selecting candidates

The 5 Essential Pieces of a Pre-Employment Screen in Canada

By Alexis Hardie • August 29, 2024
Reduce hiring risk and build a strong team with comprehensive pre-employment screening in Canada. Learn about criminal checks, employment verification, and more to make informed hiring decisions.

Empower Your Hiring Process with Hire Performance's Candidate-Pay Feature

By Tim Hardie • July 10, 2024
Reduce hiring costs & enhance candidate accountability with Hire Performance's new Candidate-Pay feature. Seamlessly integrated with eScreener. Learn more!

The Ultimate Guide to Switching Background Check Providers

By Maria McParland • June 18, 2024
How can you go about moving to a new background check provider? Let’s break down why it’s worth considering, then dive into how to transition from your current provider to your new partner.

Is it Legal to Conduct Background Checks on a Job Applicant?

By Tim Hardie • May 16, 2024
The short answer is yes… but the regulations vary based on the specific type of background check. You must know the legal requirements and your responsibilities in meeting them as a business.
Women on her phone

How To Ensure Your Social Media Won't Hinder You From Getting Your Dream Job

By Alexis Hardie • April 2, 2024
Finding your next job involves more than just a resume and interview. Depending on the role, potential employers may conduct a social media screening before extending a job offer. Let’s break down the best practices for using your social media accounts without risking future or current employment.
An employer interviewing a candidate

How the HRPA Helps Establish Fair Chance Hiring in Canada

By Maria McParland • March 14, 2024
Fair chance hiring aims to create a more level playing field for those with a past criminal record. Promoting this campaign relies on giving employers the right knowledge and best practices to help break down unfair barriers to employment. HRPA is working to equip employers with the right information and procedures to expand fair chance hiring throughout Canada.
Human Resources checking on their phone about hiring a new employee

The Importance of Reverifying a Criminal Record Check on Employees

By Tim Hardie • February 8, 2024
Conducting a criminal record check is often carried out when a new employee is brought onto the team. However, reverifying these checks throughout an individual's employment is often necessary to keep your workforce safe, stay compliant, and maintain accurate employee records. Read on to learn more about how the Hire Performance’s app makes these checks easy to maintain and update.
Corporate Social Responsibility

Hire Performance Inc. Supports Corporate Social Responsibility

By Tim Hardie • January 29, 2024
Hire Performance Inc. is dedicated to corporate social responsibility, and we’re dedicated to supporting causes that help make a positive impact on the world. Read on to find out how Hire Performance Inc. can help your business today!
Show More
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