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assess and hire talent

It is critical to hire the best - the first time

Our psychological assessments provide key information about candidate suitability that is difficult to obtain in any other way. In addition to job-related strengths and development needs, our assessments can validate impressions made during interviews, pinpoint areas that need to be investigated further, and identify candidate qualities and characteristics that would not otherwise come to light.

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Who we are

Founded in 1984, BLA has served as Corporate Psychologists in British Columbia and across Canada. During that time, we have conducted thousands of assessments of candidates for management positions — from first-line supervisors to C-suite executives for various organisations in the private, public, and non-profit sectors.

What is psychometric assessment

We use psychometric testing and interviews with accredited psychologists to produce detailed psychological profiles for our clients. The term “psychometric” comes from a combination of the Greek word psyche (“mind”) and the English word metric (“a standard system of measurement”); the word literally means “mind measurement.” A psychometric test, then, is a test used to measure a quality, state, or process of the mind and must conform to internationally recognised standards of test reliability and validity.

Ethical practice

We believe that all candidate assessments must be conducted confidentially and objectively. To deliver on this, our services conform to the ethical practice standards of the Canadian Psychological Association, the American Psychological Association, and the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC (formerly College of Psychologists of BC).

Mission

To provide hiring organizations with professional, top-quality assessments containing useful information to help them make quality selection decisions. To provide services that we are proud of. To provide personable and human centred service to every single one of our clients.

Values

Service excellence

Provide consistently high-quality service to both clients and candidates. Continually look for ways to improve. Be open and responsive to feedback. Stay up to date with the latest research and update our assessment approaches and tools to remain aligned with best practice.

Ethical practice

Embrace and apply the principles of morally right conduct outlined in the practice of psychology.

Respect

Be respectful, professional and considerate in all our interactions.

Inclusivity

We stand against racism and all forms of hate crimes and discrimination as these are a major impediment for a healthy and diverse workforce. We support efforts to research racism and discrimination against all minority groups in organisations, to promote fair selection and employment practices, and to create safe environments for all people

Setting the standard for optimal psychometric assessments

1984

We have been providing psychometric assessment services to Canadian clients for 40 years.

90+

years of combined experience.

1000+

annual assessments per year.