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Out of a Job? Where to next?

So you are out of a job, you have exhausted your network in the process of your job search, and you have no current leads in finding a suitable position any time soon. Where to next? You may have heard of temporary staffing agencies, and you may or may not be open to temporary office …

Working in Extreme Cold

There’s no other way to say it — it’s very, very, very cold outside. Blowing snow and frigid temperatures have descended upon the entire province of Alberta. Working in extreme cold may stress a person’s heating system. When cold is combined with other stresses such as hard physical work, loss of fluids, fatigue or some …

New Years Winter Safety Tips

The inevitable winter ice and snow just makes a more hazardous environment that could increase the risk of injuries. Canadians will have snow and ice to deal with at home and at work. Prevent slips, trips, and falls this winter season. Keep these safety tips in mind while navigating through the snow and ice: GENERAL …

7 tips for a Safe and Happy Holiday Season

7 tips for a Safe and Happy Holiday Season: Choose a fresh Christmas tree, not a dry one. Set it up in a container of water and add more water as required. A dry tree is a fire hazard, so keep your tree fresh and moist. 2. If you think this combination of water and …

Work Hard, Be Open to Change, and Be Open to New Opportunities

With all the news going on around town about layoffs, closures, and downright sad news, it’s time that we added some excitement back into the job search! Diversified Staffing Services and it’s team are working hard to pair up clients who are looking to fill a role, with the best employee for the job. The …

Calgary Food Bank

This past December, Diversified Staffing Services and PEO Canada organized a Christmas Food Drive for The Calgary Food Bank.  From this fundraiser we successfully raised 170 pounds of food and $395. We wanted to share our initiatives with others  as well thanking our staff for the great support and generous donations.

Bow Valley College

At Diversified Staffing Services, we understand the importance of supporting our community and the people in it. Here is a letter we received from Bow Valley College thanking us for the Barb Spear Scholarship. We at Diversified Staffing want to help students through the financial barriers they may face while attending postsecondary as well as recognizing their …

Jeans Day Fund

Every Friday, the Employees at Diversified Staffing Services and PEO Canada Ltd. have the option of wearing jeans. If they decide to, it will cost them $2. That $2 is placed into our ‘Jeans Day Fund’ and eventually donated to places like The Vecova Centre for Disability Services and Research. It goes to show that …

Our Hands at Work

  Our Hands at Work The hand is the part of the body most often injured and these injuries are sometimes difficult to heal. Hand injuries are preventable. By identifying hazards and developing safety measures, you and your employer can prevent your hands from being among the 500,000 injured in Canada every year. Think of …

Personal Protective Equipment and Winter Weather

    It’s important to choose protective clothing that is suitable for the temperature, the work you will be doing, and the physical exertion that is required by the task. COLD-WEATHER TIPS Warm clothing can help prevent a number of cold-weather hazards, such as frostbite and hypothermia. Cold temperatures can also reduce your mental alertness …

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