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A guide to graceful exits and last impressions
Read more: A guide to graceful exits and last impressionsPublished Updated Contents Employees are a company’s most important source of competitive advantage; this is because human capital takes about seven years for a competitor to mimic. As a result, when an employee leaves the organization, a proper offboarding procedure is just as crucial as onboarding. Offboarding refers to the process of transitioning a current employee…
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How to reduce time-to-hire for your business
Read more: How to reduce time-to-hire for your businessNeed to hire the right person, right now? Check out this quick guide to reducing time-to-hire when you are recruiting top talent for your business.
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Do part-time employees get vacation pay?
Read more: Do part-time employees get vacation pay?Published Updated Contents What are you entitled to as a part-time employee? Any form of work means it’s important to have periods where you can step away, uplug, and reset. But like other workplace rights and regulations, vacation for employees is a complicated topic in Ontario. It can be tricky to understand, so we’re breaking…
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Read more: An Overview of the Canadian Business Wage SubsidiesAn Overview of the Canadian Business Wage Subsidies
Published Updated Contents To say that COVID-19 blind sided almost every business in the world is stating the obvious. Despite…
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Read more: Ontario’s new Bill 47 – what does it mean for employers?Ontario’s new Bill 47 – what does it mean for employers?
On November 21st, 2018, the Ontario Progressive Conservative government passed Bill 47, the Making Ontario Open for Business Act, 2018.
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Read more: Are pay bands necessary (and why)?Are pay bands necessary (and why)?
Published Updated Contents Let’s talk about bands. No, not the shows you’re itching to see since live music came back…
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Read more: A Summary of Canada’s 75% Emergency Wage SubsidyA Summary of Canada’s 75% Emergency Wage Subsidy
Published Updated Contents This article will be continuously updated with the latest information as we receive updates. Canada’s finance minister,…
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Read more: Canadian payroll paper trail: How long to keep your payroll recordsCanadian payroll paper trail: How long to keep your payroll records
In this blog, we’ll get into everything you need to know about Canadian payroll record retention.
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Read more: Do part-time employees get vacation pay?
Do part-time employees get vacation pay?
Published Updated Contents What are you entitled to as a part-time employee? Any form of work means it’s important to…
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Read more: 10 Quick Tips for A Successful Performance Review10 Quick Tips for A Successful Performance Review
Performance reviews are an excellent opportunity for managers to give feedback, reward, and assist employees who are struggling to meet…
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Read more: Ontario employers – these are the document policies you need to haveOntario employers – these are the document policies you need to have
It’s critical for Ontario employers to understand Ontario employment laws while building workplace policies and documents. content=
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Read more: Creating an effective shift swapping policyCreating an effective shift swapping policy
Published Updated Contents Introduction As a manager, you are likely aware of the need to have an effective shift swapping…
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Read more: Great interview questions to ask internal applicantsGreat interview questions to ask internal applicants
In this blog, we outline the benefits of internal hiring and help you elevate your processes with effective internal interview…
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Read more: A guide to graceful exits and last impressions
A guide to graceful exits and last impressions
Published Updated Contents Employees are a company’s most important source of competitive advantage; this is because human capital takes about…
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Read more: How to reduce time-to-hire for your business
How to reduce time-to-hire for your business
Need to hire the right person, right now? Check out this quick guide to reducing time-to-hire when you are recruiting…
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Read more: Where to advertise to find new employeesWhere to advertise to find new employees
Published Updated Contents The success of a company relies on the people behind it. That’s why it’s essential to build…
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Read more: When you should outsource tasks (and when you shouldn’t)When you should outsource tasks (and when you shouldn’t)
Published Updated Contents What comes to mind when you think of outsourced work? To customers, it might be synonymous with poor…
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Read more: Six tips to better retain your restaurant staffSix tips to better retain your restaurant staff
In this blog, we’ll dive into why turnover in the restaurant industry is so high, and what you can do…
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Read more: Predictive scheduling: what you need to knowPredictive scheduling: what you need to know
We’ve created a quick guide on everything you need to know about predictive scheduling, the laws around it, and how…
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Read more: How to avoid timesheet errorsHow to avoid timesheet errors
In this blog, we’ll go over the most common timesheet errors, and how to ensure your team tracks time accurately…
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Read more: What is Business Insurance and What Types Do I Need?What is Business Insurance and What Types Do I Need?
Contents Business insurance coverage protects businesses from losses due to unexpected events. Coverage is specific to the plan you have…
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Read more: 6 elements every job description must haveUpcoming
6 elements every job description must have
Published Updated Contents A job description is a document that describes the tasks, duties, and responsibilities required for a specific…
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Read more: 5 Tips for Hiring and Retaining MillennialsUpcoming
5 Tips for Hiring and Retaining Millennials
Published Updated Contents When recruiting in today’s workforce, it is important to keep in mind the different trends amongst millennials.…
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Read more: When and how to hire your first HR personUpcoming
When and how to hire your first HR person
Published Updated Contents The crucial role of HR in a growing business So, you’ve done it. You’ve started your own…
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Read more: Five reasons why your company should hire a full-time recruiterUpcoming
Five reasons why your company should hire a full-time recruiter
Here are just five reasons why your company would benefit from hiring a full-time recruiter.
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Read more: 4 Lessons from Companies with the Best Onboarding PracticesUpcoming
4 Lessons from Companies with the Best Onboarding Practices
How can you counteract turnover and ensure that your recruiting initiatives are worth the effort? By creating an effective employee…
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Read more: Onboarding employees successfully is the key to winning the talent warUpcoming
Onboarding employees successfully is the key to winning the talent war
Learn why onboarding is important to the employee journey and how to do it successfully with Employment Hero.
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Read more: 6 Tips to Create an Onboarding Process from Scratch
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6 Tips to Create an Onboarding Process from Scratch
Published Updated Contents Ask any of my team members and they will tell you that I am obsessed with onboarding.…
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Read more: What are the different phases of onboarding?Upcoming
What are the different phases of onboarding?
Published Updated Contents What are the different phases of onboarding? New hires are one of a company’s most important assets.…
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Read more: How to address and work to dismantle pay inequity in your workplaceUpcoming
How to address and work to dismantle pay inequity in your workplace
Published Updated Contents Are you aware of Canada’s persistent wage gap? A 2018 Statistics Canada report estimated women workers earned 87…
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Read more: Calculating payroll deductions in CanadaUpcoming
Calculating payroll deductions in Canada
What steps do Canadian employers need to take when processing payroll? Here is a guide to help you to calculate…
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Read more: How does payroll software work?Upcoming
How does payroll software work?
In this guide you’ll find the steps to running payroll, and what payroll software can do for your company.
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Read more: Essential best practices to conquer Canadian payroll as a small businessUpcoming
Essential best practices to conquer Canadian payroll as a small business
Published Updated Contents Running a small business in Canada is an exciting challenge, but managing Canadian payroll can feel like…
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Read more: Is it time to grow your HR team? Why or why not?Upcoming
Is it time to grow your HR team? Why or why not?
Published Updated Contents Building a core HR team is pivotal to your company’s success, especially if you’re looking to grow.…
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Read more: What is Human Resource Management (HRM)?Upcoming
What is Human Resource Management (HRM)?
Published Updated Contents What is HRM? One of the most common misconceptions about HR is that it is exclusive to…
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Read more: When and how to hire your first HR person
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When and how to hire your first HR person
Published Updated Contents The crucial role of HR in a growing business So, you’ve done it. You’ve started your own…
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Read more: Top Common HR Software MisconceptionsUpcoming
Top Common HR Software Misconceptions
Published Updated Contents It’s no secret that the integration of technology into human resources is changing how we manage our…
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Read more: 5 Ways to Create a Culture of Lifelong LearningUpcoming
5 Ways to Create a Culture of Lifelong Learning
Creating a culture of lifelong learning increases employee engagement, retention, and innovation, making it well worth the effort.
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Read more: Your Quick-start Guide to Building an Impactful Employee Mentorship ProgramUpcoming
Your Quick-start Guide to Building an Impactful Employee Mentorship Program
Understand why your company should consider an employee mentorship program and learn how to select the program that would be…
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Read more: How to evaluate employee performanceUpcoming
How to evaluate employee performance
Evaluating your employee’s performance is a great way to achieve success and help your employees continue to grow. Learn how…
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Read more: How to talk to a team member about their performance issuesUpcoming
How to talk to a team member about their performance issues
Talking to an employee about their poor performance isn’t easy but is crucial for the well-being of your company. Learn…
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Read more: 5 Free Ways to Improve Employee EngagementUpcoming
5 Free Ways to Improve Employee Engagement
Whether you’re looking to implement a strategy or improve an existing one, here’s 5 simple & cost-effective tips for your…
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Read more: How (and Why) to Improve Employee Morale at Your CompanyUpcoming
How (and Why) to Improve Employee Morale at Your Company
Uncover the consequences of poor morale and the building blocks toward improved company morale with these 4 tips from Employment…
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Read more: How to return to work after an extended leave of absenceUpcoming
How to return to work after an extended leave of absence
Returning to work after extensive time off is a different process for everyone, and it may feel overwhelming. Here are…
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Read more: Why EDI is important to companies and how to drive lasting changeUpcoming
Why EDI is important to companies and how to drive lasting change
Published Updated Contents Summer 2020 sparked important conversations about social injustice and racial bias, leading many to call upon institutions…
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Read more: Four ways to create and maintain an inclusive workplaceUpcoming
Four ways to create and maintain an inclusive workplace
How do you ensure your workplace feels inclusive? How do you maintain it? Learn four ways to help boost inclusivity…
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Read more: Is it too soon to go back to the office?Upcoming
Is it too soon to go back to the office?
Whatever your back to office plan looks like, here is a checklist of what you’ll need to consider to make…
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Read more: Helping employees cope with work stressUpcoming
Helping employees cope with work stress
Even the most capable employees can struggle with work stress. As an employer, discover how to empower your team to…
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Read more: How do benefits improve employee morale?Upcoming
How do benefits improve employee morale?
Offering benefits to your employees have many perks including boosting morale. Learn everything you need to know here.
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Read more: Why Owners Should Have a Split Dollar Insurance PolicyUpcoming
Why Owners Should Have a Split Dollar Insurance Policy
Published Updated Contents If you own your own business, over time two things are likely: The best way to understand…
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Read more: Develop a PTO Program that keeps your employees happy and engagedUpcoming
Develop a PTO Program that keeps your employees happy and engaged
Not all locations are required to offer paid time off, so it’s up to you to figure out what kind…
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Read more: Understanding and navigating the process of retro payUpcoming
Understanding and navigating the process of retro pay
Published Updated Contents There’s no way around it – employee compensation is a complex world of regulations and processes that…
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Read more: Employment Hero achieves SOC 2 Type 2 complianceEmployment Hero achieves SOC 2 Type 2 compliance
Employment Hero is now SOC 2 Type 2 compliant, reinforcing platform security and trust for Canadian SMBs using the Employment…
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Read more: From startup dreams to self-made plansFrom startup dreams to self-made plans
Only 2% of Canadians want to work at a startup, while 22% dream of running their own business. Discover why…
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Read more: Ontario’s minimum wage rises to $17.60 as businesses brace for impactOntario’s minimum wage rises to $17.60 as businesses brace for impact
Ontario’s minimum wage rises to $17.60 on Oct. 1, 2025, under the ESA. The change affects over 800,000 workers and…
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Read more: From complexity to clarity: QQuote’s SR&ED journey with Employment HeroFrom complexity to clarity: QQuote’s SR&ED journey with Employment Hero
QQuote simplifies tire data for Canadian dealerships and fuels growth and innovation with SR&ED support from Employment Hero.
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Read more: How Employment Hero Supported Collective Arts’ Growth During the PandemicHow Employment Hero Supported Collective Arts’ Growth During the Pandemic
Published Updated 1 min read At a glance Company Collective Arts’ Location Hamilton, Ontario, Canada Employees 100-300 Product HR Collective…
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Read more: Why Employment Hero is Get It Done HR’s go-to recommendation for an HRISWhy Employment Hero is Get It Done HR’s go-to recommendation for an HRIS
Published Updated 1 min read At a glance Company Get It Done HR Location Vancouver, British Colombia Employees 3+ Product…
