How Much Does HR Outsourcing Cost in Canada? What Businesses Need to Know Before They Hire Help
For many business owners, there comes a point when people issues start taking up more time than expected. What begins as a few hiring decisions, basic policies, and occasional employee questions can quickly turn into a long list of responsibilities that demand attention every week. Suddenly, someone has to manage onboarding, performance concerns, workplace policies, […]
How Stat Holiday Pay Works in Ontario: Answers to the Questions Employers and Employees Ask Most
If there is one HR topic that consistently creates confusion in Ontario workplaces, it is stat holiday pay. Employers want to make sure payroll is handled correctly, managers want to avoid mistakes that create employee frustration, and employees want to understand what they are actually entitled to. On the surface, public holiday pay can seem […]
Fueling Peak Performance: The Gut-Brain Secret to Better Focus
March is Nutrition Month! Discover how gut health can drive a highly engaged and motivated workforce. In a world where AI is transforming how we work, our greatest advantage may still come from something very natural: the health of our gut. A healthy gut plays an important role in supporting our brain function, focus, and […]
Featured In Human Resources Director: Pet Bereavement Leave as a Competitive Advantage
Lisa Kay of Peak Performance HR Featured in Human Resources Director: Why Pet Bereavement Leave Is Becoming a Competitive Advantage in Today’s Talent Market: Full Article HERE Peak Performance HR is proud to share that Lisa Kay, President and Lead Consultant, was recently featured in Human Resources Director discussing an emerging and often overlooked employee […]
Ontario Electronic Monitoring Policies: Ensuring Compliance and Transparency
Electronic monitoring in the workplace is no longer just a technology or IT issue—it is a legislative compliance obligation for many Ontario employers. Amendments to the Employment Standards Act, 2000 (ESA), introduced under the Working for Workers Act, 2022 (Bill 88), require greater transparency around how and when employees are electronically monitored. While these requirements have technically been in place […]
Your Step-by-Step Guide to Transparent Hiring Practices
As we enter 2026, Ontario employers face important updates to pay transparency and job posting requirements. These changes are designed to improve fairness, increase transparency for job seekers, and ensure compliance with the Employment Standards Act. To help you navigate these new obligations, we’ve prepared a practical checklist that outlines what every employer with 25 […]
Countdown to January 2026: How to Prepare for Ontario’s Transparency Law
On January 1, 2026, the province of Ontario introduces landmark changes to recruitment and job-posting legislation under the Working for Workers Four Act (via Bill 149) and the Working for Workers Five Act (via Bill 190). These changes reshape employer obligations under the Employment Standards Act, 2000 (ESA) and introduce significant transparency requirements for job postings. The new requirements apply to publicly advertised […]
Municipalities Are Returning to the Office—Should Your Business Do the Same?
It has been recently announced that several Canadian municipal governments are moving forward with a significant workplace change: a return to a traditional five-day, in-office workweek. This shift marks a departure from the hybrid models that have become the norm since the pandemic and signals a broader push for increased visibility, consistency, and in-person collaboration […]
Addressing Absenteeism to Protect Team Performance
For many small and mid-sized businesses, summer brings a welcome change of pace — warmer weather, vacation plans, and a more relaxed atmosphere. However, it can also bring an increase in employee absenteeism, whether due to vacations, childcare challenges, long weekends, or simply the temptation of sunny days. If left unaddressed, absenteeism can disrupt productivity, […]
Employee vs. Independent Contractor in Ontario: Key Differences for Employers
Employee vs. Independent Contractor in Ontario: Key Differences for Employers Hiring talent for your small or mid-sized business? One of the most important decisions you’ll make is how to classify your workers—as employees or independent contractors. The distinction isn’t just about job titles—it affects taxes, benefits, legal obligations, and risk. Here’s a quick breakdown of what you need to […]