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93 per cent of firms have no older worker recruitment programs: SHRM research

by Todd Humber October 31, 2025

written by Todd Humber October 31, 2025

Nearly all organizations lack formal or informal recruitment programs targeting workers aged 65 and older, despite high job satisfaction and strong performance from this demographic, according to new research from SHRM. The study, released Oct. 29, found 93 per cent of HR professionals reported thei...

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Todd Humber

Todd Humber is an award-winning workplace journalist who has been covering the HR, employment law, and workplace safety beats for 25 years. He is the publisher and editor-in-chief at HR News Canada, published by North Wall Media.

93 per cent of firms have no older worker recruitment programs: SHRM research

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