The Top HR Metrics Every Trades & Small Business Owner in BC and Alberta Needs to Know

Whether you’re managing a plumbing crew, a landscaping team, or a manufacturing shop, people are the heart of your business. And if you’re not measuring what matters in your workforce, you’re missing key opportunities to save money, boost productivity, and keep great people. Here are the HR metrics that every trades and small business ownerContinueContinue reading “The Top HR Metrics Every Trades & Small Business Owner in BC and Alberta Needs to Know”

Stop Offering Huge Wage Increases — Here’s How Total Rewards Can Control Costs for BC Trades Businesses

Let’s face it—raising wages isn’t a long-term solution for BC trades businesses right now. With rising material costs, U.S. trade tariffs, and economic uncertainty, you can’t afford to keep increasing wages every time you need to retain talent. But here’s the thing — you don’t have to. Instead of blowing your budget on unsustainable wageContinueContinue reading “Stop Offering Huge Wage Increases — Here’s How Total Rewards Can Control Costs for BC Trades Businesses”

What BC Trades Business Owners Need to Know About Tariffs and Workforce Planning

If you own a construction or trades business in BC, you already know that rising material costs and supply chain disruptions are making it harder to stay profitable. Now, U.S. tariffs on Canadian steel and aluminum are adding another financial challenge—and it’s not just a pricing issue. These tariffs can impact your contracts, workforce costs,ContinueContinue reading “What BC Trades Business Owners Need to Know About Tariffs and Workforce Planning”

Staying Safe and Compliant: A Simple Guide to WorkSafeBC Regulations for Trades Businesses

Running a trades business isn’t just about delivering quality work—it’s about ensuring your crew gets home safely every day. WorkSafeBC regulations exist to protect workers, but failing to comply can mean hefty fines, work stoppages, and even legal consequences. Staying ahead of these requirements doesn’t have to be complicated. This guide will cut through theContinueContinue reading “Staying Safe and Compliant: A Simple Guide to WorkSafeBC Regulations for Trades Businesses”