Prior to COVID-19, the Canadian economy experienced declining rates of "brain drain" sustained over three years. While it is unclear whether this decrease is perpetuated by increasing opportunities in Canada or limited international mobility due to pandemic restrictions, businesses are in a position to capitalize on the accelerating job market. To do this, employers need to bolster their talent acquisition strategies to find quality talent in an increasingly competitive environment. 

As COVID vaccination rates increase, some businesses look to legislation mandating guidelines. Some businesses plan to transition from remote work settings in light of current vaccination statistics. With 47.3 percent of US residents and 45.2 percent of Canadians have received their first vaccine dose, businesses aspire to open their doors again. However, how viable are company vaccine mandates? Can employers enforce vaccine mandates? There certain legal and ethical considerations that come into play.

Deloitte recently released the results of their annual Global Chief Procurement Officer (CPO) Survey. The findings paint a picture of the struggles and successes of industry leaders during the new phase of post-pandemic recovery. With results from a sample of 400 respondents from over 40 countries, the statistics provide a global perspective on how CPOs are expected to shift their procurement strategy focus from operational efficiency to agility. This shift may be the key to adapting and adjusting in the face of adverse and unexpected economic fluctuations.