In Canada, there's a large gap between full-time and contract rates but it's nothing new - it's been that way for at least 15 years. Companies here address the

In Canada, there's a large gap between full-time and contract rates but it's nothing new - it's been that way for at least 15 years. Companies here address the gap through other forms of compensation like discretionary bonuses, more annual leave, employee stock purchase programs, RRSP contribution matching etc.