Human ResourcesJanuary 4, 2023by Kiljon Shukullari
Human ResourcesJanuary 1, 2023by Kiljon Shukullari
2023 Stat Holidays Newfoundland & Labrador: An Employer’s Guide
Newfoundland and Labrador’s Labour Standards Act (LSA) outlines the rules regarding statutory holidays to ensure that employees get time off, correct pay and know when they are working. As an employer, it is important that you understand what your obligations are during stat holidays. You could incur penalties for not paying your staff the correct...
Human ResourcesDecember 19, 2022by Kiljon Shukullari
HR in 2023: 5 Trends to Watch Out for in the New Year
In the past two years, employers have had to create new HR policies and procedures to stay compliant with legislation enacted to meet the challenges of the pandemic. In October 2022, Canada’s inflation rate was 6.9% higher than in the same period last year. In a market hit by a labour shortage, high inflation only makes recruiting...
Employer AdviceDecember 8, 2022by Kiljon Shukullari
Employer Responsibility: 5 Do’s and Don’ts for Holiday Parties
The holiday season is officially here and that means employees get to relax, enjoy themselves, and celebrate their hard work done over the year. But before the party gets going, it’s important that employers know the risks involved and ensure they are taking precautions to make sure everyone is safe. While businesses look forward to...
Human ResourcesOctober 2, 2022by Kiljon Shukullari
Saskatchewan Minimum Wage: Here’s What Employers Need to Know
The minimum wage in Saskatchewan increased to $13 per hour on October 1, 2022. The previous Saskatchewan minimum wage was $11.81 per hour. Changes to the Saskatchewan minimum wage are announced in June every year and come into force on October 1. The province uses an indexation formula that takes into consideration the Consumer Price...
InflationJuly 27, 2022by Kiljon Shukullari
Here’s Why You Need Professional HR Support During Inflation
While the pandemic seems to be on the decline, the challenges facing small business owners are far from gone. There is a chronic shortage of skilled workers in various industries, the war in Europe and the demand & supply chains disrupted by the pandemic have led to rampant inflation. Canada’s inflation rate touched 8.1% in...
It seems the worst is over. As COVID-19 cases climb down and vaccinations are administered at a rapid pace across Canada, we can hope to return to a pre-pandemic normal by end of this year. While it may take a few years to completely recover from the damage caused by the pandemic, there are many...
The minimum wage in British Columbia increased to $15.65 an hour from $15.20 on June 1, 2022. The 45-cent increase applies to minimum wage workers regardless of whether they are paid hourly, a salary, a commission or on an incentive basis. What is minimum wage? Minimum wage is the lowest wage an employer can pay...
Employer AdviceMay 2, 2022by Kiljon Shukullari
What Employers Need to Know About Canada’s Work-Sharing Program
What is it? The Work-Sharing program was created to reduce layoffs, during periods of decreased business activity outside of the employer’s control. Through Work-Sharing, employees eligible for Employment Insurance benefits can receive income support, while they work a temporarily reduced work week until their employer recoups. How do I apply to the Work-Sharing program? Work-Sharing...
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