Barbershop Staffing: Employee vs Booth Rental and How to Build a Team That Stays

Himani Parmar

Published on: 14/07/2026

The two primary barbershop staffing models in Canada, what distinguishes employees from independent contractors in CRA's view, the management approaches that retain barbers, and the practical considerations for building a shop team that doesn't turn over constantly.

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How to Hire Barbers for Your Barbershop

Himani Parmar

Published on: 01/06/2026

Hiring the wrong barber costs more than leaving a chair empty. This covers how to find qualified candidates, what to assess in a trial, how to structure the offer, and the contract clauses that protect the shop when things do not work out.

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