This spring, I had the opportunity to be part of the Heavy Metal Rocks program alongside an incredible group of students, educators, operators, volunteers, and industry professionals committed to supporting the future of skilled trades in our region. According to recent coverage from Castanet Kamloops and CFJC Today, the 2026 program welcomed a record number
We’re excited to share some special news with our community! Our CEO, Karen Watt, has been named a finalist for Business Person of the Year in the 39th Annual Kamloops & District Chamber of Commerce Business Excellence Awards. 🏆 This recognition celebrates not only Karen’s leadership but also the dedication and success of the entire
According to newly released data from Statistics Canada, Kamloops recorded the highest unemployment rate in British Columbia for May 2025, sitting at a staggering 7.6%. This marks the steepest climb in our province and places our city in a challenging position as the job market shifts. At Excel Personnel, we feel the effects of this
Excel Personnel was thrilled to be a part of Build A Bike Charity Event in Castlegar with Fortis BC. It was an amazing event that we provided the Event Co-ordinator for with all the bikes being donated to local children charities in Castlegar
Our Annual Acsess Employment Agency Conference was in Calgary this year and was attended by over 200 delegates from across Canada, it was great seeing so many familiar faces and connecting. This year Karen Watt and Bev Proteau attended the event, pictured to the left. Shiela Musgrove of TAG Recruitment, to the right, was presented
Over 100 staffing personnel adorned the St. Regis downtown Toronto for this Summit across Canada from boutique companies to the Nationals in Ontario in April. Karen Watt was thrilled to be attending the first Summit.
Excel Personnel has been a member of Acsess, the Association of Canadian Search, Employment & Staffing Services, for many years. We are steadfast in our belief of the importance of an organisation like Acsess as it helps to provide a voice for our industry while building and sharing best practices, ethics standards and business solutions
