Permanent Recruitment
Find permanent employees who fit the role, your team and your long-term plans. Also known as direct-hire recruitment.
Recruitment service
Contract Staffing
Contract staffing suits project-based or specialist work with a known scope or end date, such as a technology implementation, a financial reporting cycle or an engineering phase. We help you define the engagement, find professionals with the right experience, and document the arrangement clearly.
When contract staffing is the right fit
- Projects with a defined scope or timeline
- Specialist skills your team needs for a limited period
- Budget approved for a term rather than permanent headcount
- Bridging a gap while you recruit permanently
Who it's for: Organizations delivering projects or needing specialist expertise for a set period, typically several months or longer.
Business benefits
- Specialist skills for a defined scope and term
- Faster access to experienced professionals
- Flexibility to extend or conclude engagements
- Clear documentation of scope, term and rates
What's included
How we deliver this service
Engagement scoping
We clarify the deliverables, required expertise, term, location or remote arrangement, and expected rate range.
Specialist sourcing
We approach professionals with directly relevant project experience and confirm their availability for your timeline.
Technical and experience screening
Candidates are assessed against your requirements. Where helpful, we coordinate technical interviews or practical assessments that you design or approve.
Engagement documentation
Scope, term, rates and responsibilities are documented in writing. Worker classification (employee or self-employed) depends on the facts of each engagement and should be reviewed for every contract.
What we'll need from you
- A description of the project and the deliverables
- The expected start date and term
- An approved rate or budget range
- A technical contact for interviews
We don't guarantee hiring outcomes or timelines, because these depend on the role, the market and your selection decisions. We will give you a realistic plan and regular updates.
Common questions
What is the difference between temporary and contract staffing?
The terms overlap. On this site, temporary staffing means shorter assignments covering demand or absences, and contract staffing means specialist, project-based engagements, often for longer terms.
Are contractors employees or self-employed?
It depends on the actual working relationship, not just what the contract calls it. The Canada Revenue Agency looks at factors such as control, tools and equipment, and financial risk. Employers should review each engagement and get professional advice where needed.
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Further reading: Writing Inclusive Job Postings That Meet Canadian Requirements ยท Permanent, Contract or Temporary: Choosing the Right Hiring Model
Ready to discuss contract staffing?
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