Looking Ahead: What 2026 Could Mean for Executive Hiring in Ottawa

Now that we’re officially into 2026, it feels like the right time to pause and take stock of what’s unfolding around us. The final months of 2025 offered some clear signals. Job vacancies softened, roughly 25,000 roles disappeared across the city, and unemployment began to increase. With further reductions in the public service expected, it’s reasonable to assume the year ahead may feel unsettled for many organizations. That doesn’t mean it’s without opportunity. Times like this tend to force important conversations: about leadership, structure and what organizations truly need to succeed in a more constrained environment. A City Navigating Change

How to Integrate Your New Hire From Day 1

This is your chance to make a positive impression on your new hire. Don’t let the day go to waste and contain nothing but paperwork and HR meetings. The first day is about making them feel welcomed and feeling like a part of the team by day’s end. With that in mind, you must focus on making them feel like a valued and important member of the team.