Ontario Government Introducing Legislation For Employers to Disclose Salary Range and AI Use In Hiring

The Ontario Government intends to introduce legislation that, if passed, would require employers to include expected salary ranges in job postings and disclose if artificial intelligence (AI) is used in its hiring process, announced at the YMCA on Monday morning.

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Disclosing this information allows employees to make informed decisions in their career search, according to the Ontario Government. Ontario would be the first jurisdiction in Canada to require businesses to disclose if AI is used during their hiring process.

“At a time when many companies are posting record profits, it is only fair they communicate transparently about how they pay workers,” said David Piccini, Minister of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development. “And as the use of artificial intelligence in Ontario skyrockets, our government will continue to take action to ensure workers aren’t excluded from the job market because of technological biases and that their privacy rights are protected.”

AI tools and algorithms are being adopted by Ontario businesses at a rapid rate and generate high volumes of personal data about job applicants and employees, according to a press release. In response to the growing concerns about the ethical, legal and privacy implications of AI, the provincial government is proposing to require employers to inform potential employees if it is being used in the hiring process.

The Ontario Government continues to vow to help end workplace misconduct and hold abusers to account. They will also be conducting consultations and detailed analysis on ending the use of Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs) in the settlement of cases of workplace sexual harassment, misconduct or violence, as stated by Piccini.

“The consultations will identify legislative options to restrict the use of NDAs while protecting the rights of victims and survivors,” he said. “It’s past time we end a practice that allows businesses to shelter the behaviour of some of the worst members of our communities.”

These changes are part of a larger package that, if passed, would expand on the ground-breaking actions introduced in the Working for Workers Acts, 2021, 2022 and 2023. They will be unveiled in the coming days to protect workers, help them earn bigger paycheques and help newcomers contribute to building Ontario according to a press release.

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Peterborough County Hires New County Leadership Team Member

Jennifer Stover, has been appointed the new Chief Information/Financial Officer/Sr. Director of Corporate Services for Peterborough County announced on Wednesday.

Photo courtesy of Peterborough County.

Stover is coming from The City of Kawartha Lakes (CKL), where she worked as their Corporate Services Director. Prior to her job at CKL, Stover worked for the Town of East Gwillimbury and the City of Markham.

She holds a B.A. Hons. Commerce from Laurentian University, and has her Certified Professional Accountant designation.

Her well-rounded expertise is said to be extremely valuable for the County.

Stover will start in this position on Oct. 31.

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Employment Planning and Counselling Peterborough Is Hosting An Open House To Celebrate 40 Years

Employment Planning & Counselling Peterborough is hosting an Open house on Wednesday to celebrate their 40th anniversary and to help job seekers find employment.

Nine employers will be on site, including SGS, Quaker, AON and more to take resumes and meet with potential employees.

EPC’s virtual reality career exploration system will be there for visitors to try.

The VR system allows visitors to experience up to 30 different careers.

Those visiting will also be able to seek help refining their resume for future job hunts.

“It’s for everyone,” said “Even if you’re not a job seeker, if you’re a small business looking for employees we can help with that. Certainly is there’s anyone looking for work or looking to change careers - they can come here any day but Wednesday there will be a lot going on.”

The Open House will take place at 418 Sheridan St. on Wednesday from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

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Concentrix To Hold Weekly Summer Hiring Events For Full-Time Positions

Concentrix Peterborough is hosting live virtual hiring sessions from 4 – 5 p.m. every Wednesday throughout the summer beginning on May 11.

Concentrix staff temporarily work from home due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Photo by Angela O’Grady.

They are hiring for their customer service representative full-time positions.

The following are job requirements:

• Courteous with strong customer service orientation

• High School diploma or equivalent

• Six months of customer service minimum

• Typing speed of 35 wpm minimum

• Dependable with attention to detail

• Familiarity with iOS and/or macOS, or comparable technology, is preferred

Applicants can e-mail ptbocareers@concentrix.com to learn more or to receive a Zoom invite.

Concentrix encourages anyone who cannot attend a session to view available roles at jobs.concentrix.com.

Applicants can also apply directly at their job postings.

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