British Columbia Chapter News


June 7, 2021

Now Available: ACSESS Government Relations Report June 2021

Since our last report to members, ACSESS continued to make our industry's views known across a wide range of policy issues. We have represented members on several public policy fronts, including rate reform consultations, employment standards and federal

June 1, 2021

The Canadian Staffing Index was 92 in May

The Canadian Staffing Index reflects the volume of labor supplied by temporary staffing agencies in Canada. It is based upon the number of billed hours reported by a monthly panel of leading staffing firms, and the index is not adjusted for seasonal facto

May 31, 2021

Staffing for Canada Week 2021 June 6-12, 2021

ACSESS and its 1,500 member offices celebrate Staffing for Canada Week to recognize the $15 billion industry’s more than 500,000 employees and the two million job seekers they place each year.

May 11, 2021

ACSESS British Columbia - Paid Sick LeaveExternal Link

On May 11, 2021, the British Columbia provincial government tabled new legislation seeking further amendments to the British Columbia Employment Standards Act (ESA) that, if passed, will provide workers with up to three days of paid sick leave.

December 8, 2015

Local businesses in Whistler adjust their recruitment methods

When your business is in the heart of a town driven by tourism, it is essential to find skilled labour to provide the best customer service possible. Finding and retaining the people you need is among the biggest challenges of any company: especially in t