David Aplin Group

09/23/2026

This September, we’re celebrating many team members as they mark another year with Aplin.

🎉 Congratulations to:

Trish O'Quinn, 19 years
Stacey Danley, 18 years
Michelle Holland, 14 years
Carlan Wilbon, 14 years
Tammy Boyko, 14 years
Victoria Kinakin-Liew, 13 years
Jamie Drake, 8 years
Brittany Berisoff, 4 years
John Baluta, 4 years
Jack Fogarty, 2 years
Anthony Reeve, 1 year

Each anniversary represents trust, shared expertise, and lasting relationships. Thank you for growing with Aplin! 💙

09/16/2026

AI has made it easier than ever to create a polished resume. It has also made many resumes sound remarkably similar. 📄

When the same phrases and carefully worded strengths appear across hundreds of applications, specificity matters. Employers want to understand what you’ve done, where you’ve made an impact and what makes your experience relevant to their opportunity.

Our latest blog looks at how candidates can use AI without losing the details and individual voice that help a resume stand out.

Read more: https://ow.ly/zEem50ZOr3o

# CareerAdvice

As AI makes resumes sound increasingly similar, specific experience matters more. Learn how to use AI while keeping your resume clear and credible.

09/15/2026

📉 Canadian Labour Market Recap – August 2026 🇨🇦

Canada’s labour market lost some momentum in August.

➡️ Employment Change: Employment decreased by 42,000 jobs (-0.2%), falling well short of expectations for a gain. The decline was concentrated in full-time work, which fell by 36,000.

➡️ Unemployment Rate: The unemployment rate held steady at 6.4%, remaining at its lowest level since 2024 after three consecutive monthly declines.

➡️ Sector Highlights: Employment declined in business, building and other support services (-20,000), public administration (-8,800), natural resources (-7,700) and utilities (-5,600). Manufacturing (+22,000) was the only industry to record a significant increase.

➡️ Wage Growth: Average hourly wages increased 2.0% year-over-year, slowing from 2.8% in July and marking the second consecutive month of decelerating wage growth. Excluding the pandemic-related effects of 2021, this was the slowest pace of wage growth since November 2017.

Stay informed with the latest trends to navigate your career or business strategies effectively! 🚀

Sources:
Reuters
TD Economics
Statistics Canada

09/11/2026

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The best career moves aren’t always about finding the next job. They’re about recognizing where someone’s strengths can take them next. Suzanne Gosse takes the time to understand what candidates bring to the table and helps them identify opportunities to grow, thrive, and take that next step forward.

Great work, Suzanne 👏

09/08/2026

HR, Administration and Marketing roles are changing, and in many cases, the traditional boundaries between them are becoming less defined.

Organizations are operating with leaner teams, technology is reshaping how work gets done, and employers are looking for professionals who can bring broader capabilities while still offering specialized expertise.

Our new 2026 HR, Administration & Marketing Salary Guide explores what this means for employers and professionals across Canada, including:

• Where demand is concentrated
• How roles and skill requirements are evolving
• What’s impacting hiring outcomes
• What’s shaping candidate decisions
• 2026 salary ranges across Canada

Whether you're reviewing compensation, planning your next hire or considering your next career move, the guide provides practical market intelligence to help inform your decisions.

➡️ Download the guide: https://ow.ly/OrIQ50ZKJw7

Developed with our brand Impact Recruitment Inc.

09/01/2026

🍂 September brings a natural shift in focus. Summer schedules wind down, year-end priorities come back into view, and planning for the year ahead starts to take shape.

It’s also a good time to revisit your workforce strategy.

Are your hiring priorities from the beginning of 2026 still the right ones? Do you have the skills you’ll need for what’s ahead? Are there opportunities to develop or move talent internally? And which workforce investments will have the greatest impact before year-end?

Our latest blog looks at how employers can use the September reset to reassess hiring, retention, succession planning and future skill needs, while building a stronger foundation for 2027.

Read the blog: https://ow.ly/1iRE50ZHJYB

Refocus your workforce priorities this September. Explore how to reassess hiring, skills, retention and succession planning for the rest of 2026.

08/28/2026

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Sometimes the right opportunity takes more than one introduction. After one role didn’t work out, Chrys Platsis stayed connected and recognized another opportunity that could be an even better fit. His persistence, market expertise, and ability to advocate for his candidate ultimately led to an offer that exceeded expectations.

Way to go, Chrys 👏

08/27/2026

This August, we’re celebrating team members marking another year with Aplin.

🎉 Congratulations to:

Maria Pozas, 24 years
Tiana Kostka, 12 years
Abbie Albert, 1 year

Each anniversary represents trust built, expertise shared, and lasting relationships. Thank you for growing with Aplin! 💙

08/26/2026

We’re proud to share that Sarah Tokar, President of Aplin, has been named a finalist for the Women of Distinction in HR award at the 2026 Canadian HR Awards! 👏

This recognition celebrates women who are making a meaningful impact on the HR profession through their leadership, achievements and contributions to the industry.

Sarah’s leadership has played an important role in Aplin’s continued growth and evolution, while remaining grounded in what has always been at the heart of our business: our people, our clients and the relationships we build.

We’re incredibly proud to see Sarah recognized among an outstanding group of women shaping the future of HR in Canada.

The winner will be announced at the Canadian HR Awards gala on October 1. Please join us in congratulating Sarah on this well-deserved recognition!

08/21/2026

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The right preparation can help candidates walk into an interview feeling informed, confident, and ready. Gezamin Manuel brings professionalism and thoughtful guidance to the hiring process, taking the time to share valuable feedback, clarify expectations, and help candidates put their best foot forward.

Amazing job, Gezamin 👏