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10/22/2026

BBD Pest Services is looking for its next Pest Control Technician. No experience? No problem, they'll provide training! This is a great role for someone who likes to be on the move and solve real problems for real people.

What's in it for you?
📒 Paid, hands-on training
🛻 Company vehicle, equipment, and PPE provided for work.
➕ Health & Dental benefits, 2 weeks' paid vacation to start, your birthday off (paid), all statutory holidays paid, plus Thanksgiving.
🤝 A small, supportive team that values attitude and integrity as much as experience

For the full job posting and details to apply, click here ▶️

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10/19/2026

Not all stress is bad stress. 🙌😅

Meet eustress, the kind of stress that can actually help us grow and perform. Learn how to find the "just right" balance for your team.

https://www.uptreehr.ca/too-little-too-much-or-just-right-the-role-of-eustress-at-work/

When we think about stress at work, our minds often go straight to the negative – tight deadlines, heavy workloads, and that constant feeling of being “on.”

10/14/2026

Almost everyone knows what a coach is. But how many managers actually coach their teams?

Here's how shifting from managing to coaching can unlock better performance and more empowered employees.

https://www.uptreehr.ca/coaching-for-performance-shifting-from-managing-to-empowering/

When I deliver team training on coaching for performance, I often start the session off with a question: Who here is familiar with the concept of coaching?

10/07/2026

Not sure if what you're dealing with is "a call to HR" kind of problem? That's what our free consult is for.

Bring us a policy question, a tricky employee situation, or just a hunch that something needs a second look, and we'll talk it through. If you're already wondering about ongoing support, like fractional HR, we're happy to chat about that too.

Booking takes about a minute at uptreehr.ca/free-consult/, and most times are available within 24-48 hours.

10/06/2026

Economic uncertainty, AI, shifting employee expectations… leaders are being tested from every angle.

So what sets resilient leaders apart? We break it down.

https://www.uptreehr.ca/building-resiliency-what-resilient-leaders-do-differently/

Change has become the constant in today’s workplace. Whether it’s navigating economic uncertainty, adopting new technologies like AI, or adjusting to shift….

10/02/2026

Nova Scotia's minimum wage went up to $17.00 per hour yesterday (October 1).

That's the second increase this year, following the bump to $16.75 on April 1. If you're an employer, here are a few quick things worth checking this week:

✔️ Is payroll updated for any pay periods that include October 1?
✔️ Does the new rate squeeze the gap between entry-level and more experienced roles?
✔️ Are your job postings up to date?

09/30/2026

Today is the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. 🧡

We remember the children who never came home from residential schools, and we honour the Survivors, their families, and their communities, who continue to carry the impacts of these institutions.

Reconciliation starts with truth. Take time today to listen to Survivors' stories, learn the history of the land you live on, and read the Truth and Reconciliation Commission's 94 Calls to Action. Then think about what you can do to help, today and every day.

09/28/2026

They hit every target, but leave friction everywhere they go. ⭐🚧

High performance doesn't excuse toxic behaviour, and ignoring it can cost your culture more than you think. Here's how to handle a "destructive star."

https://www.uptreehr.ca/the-comeback-of-a-destructive-star-why-behavior-matters-as-much-as-performance/

What happens when your top performer becomes a “destructive star”? They hit every target but leave friction behind—poor attitude, resistance to feedback…

09/23/2026

Our friends at Truefoam Ltd. are looking for an Inside Sales Representative to join their team! If you're a motivated sales professional who thrives on connecting with customers and delivering results, this could be the perfect fit.

What's in it for you?
💲 $50,000 - 55,000 annual salary
➕ Health & dental benefits, Group RRSP, paid time off, bonus opportunities, life insurance, and employee assistance programs
📍 Full-time in Dartmouth, NS

Join a well-established Atlantic Canadian company with a strong reputation and be part of a team focused on growth, innovation, and customer success.

For all the details and to apply, check out the posting:

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09/22/2026

Our friends at Precise Design Engineering Solutions are hiring!

They're looking for a Medical Device Assembly Technician to join their team in Amherst, NS.

This role is ideal for someone who takes pride in producing high-quality work, has exceptional attention to detail, and is committed to following established safety and quality standards.

✅ Hands-on assembly work in a regulated manufacturing environment
✅ Comprehensive benefits package
✅ RRSP matching program
✅ Opportunities for growth and development
✅ Make a meaningful impact by helping manufacture innovative medical devices

If you're dependable, quality-focused, and enjoy precise, detail-oriented work, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply here: https://www.uptreehr.ca/open-positions/

Discover open positions at top companies in Nova Scotia. Browse job listings across various industries and take the next step in your career today.