I would like to sincerely thank Jocelyn and the entire Y&A team for their persistence and professional manner. They understood what my experiences and career aspirations were. Given they specialize in financial accounting, their contacts with quality clients ensured my career aspirations would be met. They had no interest in selling me a job that I really did not want. Their focus was to search the marketplace until they identified the right fit for both parties. My experience with Y&A has been great, and even greater at Molson. I am already moving up the ladder in this great organization. Keep up the great work!

I would like to extend a heartfelt thank-you to Morgan and Jocelyn for helping me secure my position with WestJet. The Y&A team guided me through each step of the recruiting process in a seamless fashion. They made the experience as stress-free as possible and ensured that every question I had was addressed. In particular, I appreciated the team's attention to detail and ability to understand me as a person; they took the time to truly listen to what I wanted in a position. I have dealt with recruiters in the past, and no other firm exhibited this personal and caring touch. Not only were they able to recognize that I was right for the job, but that the job was right for me. I am truly grateful to have dealt with such diligent, organized and knowledgeable professionals.

"From my initial contact with Y&A; to working closely with Morgan and Jocelyn in preparation for my interviews; to the post relocation follow-ups, it amazes me to see and experience the same high level of professionalism, positive can-do attitudes and personal attention displayed by the Y&A staff...

With Morgan’s persistent and positive attitude, she has helped me look beyond the horizon and plan for my career on a bigger picture and long term perspective. Unlike other recruiter/agencies that I’ve dealt with over the course of my career, Morgan differentiates herself by caring and being mindful of her candidate’s needs and preferences. She is truly a pleasure to work with.

Further to the positive experience, Jocelyn (Y&A) has demonstrated a commitment to her (their) candidates in compensation negotiations and making the deliverables a reality."

"Y & A is an impressive team. Once Morgan contacted me, I was on the fast track of the application process: a coaching session with Morgan and Jocelyn, two interviews with Bell, one round of negotiation, and references being checked in the mean time. I received the offer letter in four weeks (including Christmas and the New Year holidays). I feel that Y&A’s efficiency, professionalism and sincerity are the main factors that made my experience with them very enjoyable. “Y&A’s upbeat attitude coupled with their true comprehension of individual career needs is what distinguishes them and makes Y&A not just a good firm, but a great firm in the marketplace."

Having a CMA accreditation, I get lots of calls from head hunters offering me all kind of jobs, telling me that I would be a perfect fit even though we’ve never met before. With Y&A, the experience was totally different.When Melanie first called me, she insisted on meeting with me. When we did, I knew right from the start that finally I had somebody in front of me who wasn’t trying to take advantage, somebody who really had my best interest at heart. Instead of the usual interview process where they go trough everything that’s already written down on the resume, she wanted to know about ME. We discussed my interests and my dislikes in order to approach me with opportunities she knew I could be interested in. Their level of professionalism really is one of a kind: they prepare you before you go on interview and give you constructive feedback afterwards. They always make you feel like you’re not alone in this, like you have their total support. Even when there were no positions available, I would get a call now and then just to touch base. When the Y&A team found me a great job after a year, we had built such a relationship over the months that we had to go for drinks to celebrate! That’s the kind of service they provide: professionalism with a touch of friendly kindness. Big thanks to the whole team!

In the current hectic work environment, it is difficult to find recruitment firms that are really listening to candidates and their needs. Y&A Recruitment, however, is part of this restricted group. Focusing on long term career development objectives, Jocelyn and her staff are better able to satisfy her clientele, candidates and potential employers alike; and this, in a very professional manner. Furthermore, Y&A Recruitment’s casual and no nonsense approach also permits to defuse the stress sometimes associated with job search. Over the course of an on and off seven year relationship with this organization, I have never been disappointed, every time ending up facing new and interesting challenges.

Caroline Gagnon, Y&A Recruitment Professionals, is an enthusiastic and passionate individual that provides excellent career advice, counselling and support. She was an invaluable resource throughout the entire job search, interview, negotiation, and transition process. Her clear focus on finding the perfect employment fit for the candidate and employer is evident and is at the heart of her success. I would recommend anyone to Caroline if they are looking for more than just a job and want to make a progressive career move.

Y&A is a recruitment service that goes beyond expectations. The team is friendly, understanding and genuinely honest. They take the time to get to know you as a person and maintain contact with you throughout the hiring process and long after you’ve got the job. I was thoroughly impressed with the time and dedication Rosie and Jocelyn showed in making sure the job they were recruiting me for would fit with me, meet my goals and provide me with a work environment I could thrive in. It’s never easy leaving an employer for another opportunity, but Y&A made sure the process was discreet, professional and maybe a little more comfortable.

Thank you Rosie, Jocelyn and the entire Y&A team for your support!

My experience with Y&A Recruitment and more specifically Morgan Ruskin EXCEEDED my expectations. I have worked with several agencies in my 20 year HR career however, Y&A Recruitment stands out as exception. What sets them apart is their commitment to the candidate through a “High Touch” service and coaching model.

Morgan consistently went above and beyond guiding me through the interview process by keeping me informed changes in a timely manner, debriefings prior to the interview to help me better prepare and offering any relevant information that would help me in the interviewing and decision making process.

As a result, I am working for an organization where there is complete alignment of values and perfect career match. I could not be happier and I have Morgan Ruskin and the entire Y&A Recruitment to thank.