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Annual increases flat year over year

April 27, 2026

Most Canadian employers delivered annual increases to their employees recently. How did they compare to what they were projecting at the end of last year? Give this article a read to find out!

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Salary increase budget vs. salary increase: What’s the difference?

April 22, 2026

It's important to be specific with employees about the difference between salary increase budgets and salary increases. Communicating how each applies to employees goes a long way. Here are some helpful considerations to differentiate the two.

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How is AI impacting HR?

March 31, 2026

With so much buzz around AI, it makes you wonder how Canadian Human Resources teams are actually using it? And, further, what impact is it having on hiring? Take a look at the results from the Mercer QuickPulse® - Canada AI Survey.

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Addressing the real cost of rolling back flexibility

March 20, 2026

Is your organization considering asking employees to return to the office full time? Before you do, think about how you can rebalance total rewards to minimize the employee impact. Read this article to develop a plan for smooth implementation and minimal impact on engagement.

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“We have to let You go, but here’s how we can help you”

February 25, 2026

It’s not just your current employees that need to believe in your employment brand and value proposition. Currently departing or former employees are a really valuable asset for filling your future talent needs. Make sure they are well taken care of and they’ll be more likely to re-join or even recommend you to their friends. Read on to see how Mercer Workforce Transitions can help.

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Seven examples of outplacement services

February 16, 2026

If this is the first time your organization is considering offering outplacement services or if it has been a while since you revisited your outplacement services plan, you might be wondering how to determine the services and the duration that should be provided in today’s market.

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Determining if your pay is competitive

February 16, 2026

Understanding whether or not your compensation program is competitive is a fundamental question that you'll likely have to address if working in human resources. What exactly does 'competitive' mean and how do you find out? Read on for some helpful tips.

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