harness our 2025 salary insights to recruit and retain top talent in HR

The Canadian hiring landscape presents a complex paradox of high unemployment and persistent demand for talent in key sectors. Add to this the rapid advancement of technology and tightening regulatory requirements, and it's clear that today's human resources professionals must master both compliance frameworks and AI-powered tools.

the challenges shaping canadian human resources

The role of HR has become more strategic than ever, requiring agility and foresight to manage a market defined by uncertainty.

  • A complex labor market: Despite Canada's unemployment rate rising to 6.9% in July 2025, many organizations still expect workforce growth. This, coupled with high youth unemployment, is leading to an influx of job applications, necessitating more efficient screening processes.
  • Compliance meets innovation: HR teams face new regulations like stricter work permits and privacy standards (Bill C-27). Technology provides solutions, with 73% of Canadian HR departments adopting digital transformation. The key is upskilling teams to use these tools effectively.
  • Weathering the economic storm: Geopolitical tensions and trade disruptions have affected business confidence, leading to a decline in entry-level hiring. Companies now prioritize mid-level employees who offer immediate value, necessitating new workforce planning and talent acquisition strategies.

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  • how to attract top HR talent in a competitive Canadian job market
  • how current compensation trends will influence your recruitment strategy
  • what impact local salary trends have on the human resources sector today

Our 2026 human resources salary guide is the essential resource for navigating these challenges, providing the data and strategies you need to build a resilient, agile, and effective workforce.

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what you'll uncover in our 2026 salary guide

Our comprehensive guide compiles data from a wide range of HR and recruiting roles to give you a detailed view of the evolving Canadian market. Inside, you will find:

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