Unlock Your Team’s Potential: Why Early Planning for Performance Reviews Matters
As we approach the end of the year, it’s time to reflect on how your business has been performing—and more importantly, how your team has contributed to that success. Performance reviews offer a crucial opportunity to assess individual contributions, identify areas for growth, and realign with company goals for the coming year. Now is the […]
Understanding the Working for Workers Act: Implications for Your Business
Ontario’s “Working for Workers Act”, just passed by the Ontario legislature, introduces significant changes to employment laws that aim to modernize workplace rights and enhance employee well-being. For small business owners, this legislation presents new compliance requirements but also offers valuable opportunities to foster a more supportive and productive work environment that can attract and […]
Boost Your Business: The HR Strategies Every Small Business Needs
We often don’t think about strategic HR planning for smaller businesses. With tighter budgets, other business-related priorities and the ability to manage HR on your own, why bother? But the truth is, HR planning is essential to small businesses because it ensures that the company has the right people in the right roles at the […]
Statutory Holidays in Ontario: Employee Entitlements and Payment Rules
Statutory holidays, commonly known as “stat holidays,” are a vital aspect of employee rights in Ontario. They not only provide employees with well-deserved time off but also come with specific payment rules that employers must follow. Understanding how these holidays work can help both employees and employers ensure compliance with Ontario’s Employment Standards Act (ESA). […]
