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The Human Resources Advisor® - Atlantic Edition
Practical advice on payroll and employment law compliance
The Human Resources Advisor - Atlantic Edition covers specific HR functions and the related laws to assist you with your day-to-day personnel management and administration needs. The publication is intended to help you:
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Contents
Looseleaf Version
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Looseleaf version is a single-volume publication consisting of 10 chapters that cover major HR-related functions and the related laws that govern them.
Electronic Version
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Searchable looseleaf manual content
Expanded content for Selected Chapters:
Looseleaf Version
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Looseleaf version is a single-volume publication consisting of 10 chapters that cover major HR-related functions and the related laws that govern them.
Major Laws Related to Staffing
Employment Basics
Staffing
Recruiting
Selection
Job Offer and Hiring
Employment Contracts
Hiring Foreign Workers and Expatriate Issues
Employment Basics
Staffing
Recruiting
Selection
Job Offer and Hiring
Employment Contracts
Hiring Foreign Workers and Expatriate Issues
Major Laws Related to Pay and Working Conditions
Basic Pay Practices
Overtime
Job Evaluation
Pay Structure
Pay Administration
Working Conditions - Expanded content is available in the Electronic Version under Supplemental Information: Commercial Drivers (Trucking) Hours of Service Rules
Equal Pay
Basic Pay Practices
Overtime
Job Evaluation
Pay Structure
Pay Administration
Working Conditions - Expanded content is available in the Electronic Version under Supplemental Information: Commercial Drivers (Trucking) Hours of Service Rules
Equal Pay
The Legal Requirements for Benefits
Government Benefit Plans
Government Benefit Plans
- Canada Pension Plan
- Employment Insurance
- Workers Compensation - Expanded content is available in the Electronic Version under Supplemental Information: Specific requirements for presumptions
- Health Insurance Plan
- Vacations
- Public Holidays
- Statutory Leaves of Absence
- Discretionary Leaves
- Insured Benefit Plans
- Retirement
- Pension Plans
- Flexible Work Hours
- Social and Recreational Activities
- Wellness Programs
- Day Care
- Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
- Payroll Deduction Plans
- Wage Loss Replacement Plan
- Gifts and Awards
- Loyalty and Points Programs
- Automobile, Motor Vehicle and Travel Benefits and Allowances
- Board, Lodging and Meals
- Tax-Free Savings Account
- Group Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)
- Retiring Allowances
- Supplimental Unemployment Insurance Benefit
Key Elements of Employee Relations Program
Communications
Employee Complaints - Expanded content is available in the Electronic Version under Supplemental Information: Bill C-11, the Public Servants Discolsure Protection Act
Job Performance Evaluation
Employee Training and Development
Personal Information Protection
Privacy Issues in the Workplace
Conduct and Behaviour
Communications
Employee Complaints - Expanded content is available in the Electronic Version under Supplemental Information: Bill C-11, the Public Servants Discolsure Protection Act
Job Performance Evaluation
Employee Training and Development
Personal Information Protection
Privacy Issues in the Workplace
Conduct and Behaviour
- Employee Blogging
- Conflict of Interest
- Wireless Devices
Major Laws Related to Health and Safety
Occupational Health and Safety
WCB Claims Management
Regulatory and Special Health Topics - The looseleaf version contains only summaries of the special health topics listed below, see the electronic version for detailed information
Occupational Health and Safety
- Rights of Workers
- The Right to Participate
- The Right to Know
- The Right to Refuse Work
- The Right to Stop Work
- Safety Inspections
- Accidents
- Health and Safety Program
WCB Claims Management
Regulatory and Special Health Topics - The looseleaf version contains only summaries of the special health topics listed below, see the electronic version for detailed information
- Air Quality
- Smoking
- Alcohol and Drug Abuse
- Egonomics in the Workplace
- AIDS
- Noise
- Heat Stress
- Cold Stress
- Workplace Violence
- WHMIS Disclosure Requirements
- Safe Needles in the Workplace
- Working Alone
- Confined Spaces
- Emergency Preparedness
Major Laws Related to Workplace Accommodation
Human Rights Concepts
Prohibited Grounds of Discrimination The looseleaf version contains only summaries of the topics listed below, see the electronic version for detailed information
Employment Equity - See the Electronic Version for implementation strategies and tactics
Human Rights Concepts
Prohibited Grounds of Discrimination The looseleaf version contains only summaries of the topics listed below, see the electronic version for detailed information
- Sex/Gender
- Sexual Orientation
- Family Status
- Marital Status
- Disability
- Age
- Religion
- Race, Colour, Ancestry, and Ethnic/National Origin
- Record of Offences/Criminal Offences
- Political Belief, Association, or Activity
- Social Condition
Employment Equity - See the Electronic Version for implementation strategies and tactics
Major Laws Related to Union Relations
Union Certification
Collective Agreement
Union Negotiations
Techniques for Maintaining Good Union Relations
Union Certification
Collective Agreement
Union Negotiations
Techniques for Maintaining Good Union Relations
Major Laws Related to Terminations
Voluntary Terminations
Involuntary Separations
Voluntary Terminations
Involuntary Separations
- Constructive Dismissal
- Temporary Layoff
- Termination
Employee Handbook
Policy and Procedures Manual
Sample Policy and Procedure
Policy and Procedures Manual
Sample Policy and Procedure
Payroll Obligations
Garnishments
Canada Pension Plan
Employment Insurance
Employer Health Tax
Workers Compensation
Benefits and Allowances - See the Electronic Version for expanded content
Pensions
Year-End Reporting and Information Returns - See the Electronic Version for expanded content
Records
Garnishments
Canada Pension Plan
Employment Insurance
Employer Health Tax
Workers Compensation
Benefits and Allowances - See the Electronic Version for expanded content
Pensions
Year-End Reporting and Information Returns - See the Electronic Version for expanded content
Records
Index
Contents Checklist
Latest Update Issued and Filing Instructions
Contents Checklist
Latest Update Issued and Filing Instructions
Electronic Version
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Searchable looseleaf manual content
Expanded content for Selected Chapters:
- Commercial Drivers (Trucking) Hours of Service Rules
Government Benefit Plans
- Workers Compensation Presumptions
Employee Complaints
- Bill C-11, the Public Servants Disclosure Protection Act
Regulatory and Special Health Topics
- Air Quality
- Smoking
- Alcohol and Drug Abuse
- Ergonomics in the Workplace
- AIDS
- Noise
- Heat stress
- Cold stress
- Workplace Violence
- WHMIS Disclosure Requirements
- Safe Needles in the Workplace
- Working Alone
- Confined Spaces
- Emergency Preparedness
Prohibited Grounds of Discrimination
- Sex/Gender
- Sexual Orientation
- Family Status
- Marital Status
- Disability
- Age
- Religion
- Race, Colour, Ancestry, and Ethnic/National Origin
- Record of Offences/Criminal Offences
- Political Belief, Association, or Activity
- Social Condition
Benefits and Allowances
- Gifts, Awards and Social Events
- Automovile, Motof Vehicle and Travel Benefits Allowances
- Loyalty and Points Programs
- Board, Lodging, Housing, and Meals
- Meals, Subsidized Meals, Overtime Meals or Allowances
- Interest-Free or Low-Interest Loans
- Health-Related Benefits
- Wage-Loss Replacement Plans or Income Maintenance Plans
- Group Term Life Insurance Policies
- Education-Related Benefits
- Membership or Professional Dues
- Tax-Free Savings Account
- Group RRSPs
- Retiring Allowances
- Supplemental Unemployment Insurance Benefit (SUB)
HR Forms
- 1.1 Recruitment and Hiring (11 Forms)
- 1.2 Compensation and Benefits (12 Forms)
- 1.3 Employee and Union Relations (20 Forms)
- 1.4 Attendance and Absenteeism Management (5 Forms)
- 1.5 Health and Safety (5 Forms)
- 2.1 Hiring and Employment (11 Forms)
- 2.2 Union Relations (4 Forms)
- 2.3 Health and Safety (71 Forms)
- 2.4 Pensions (12 Forms)
- 2.5 Payroll (75 Forms)
- 2.6 Workplace Equity (18 Forms)
Human Rights Interviewing Guideline
Sample Pay Range Structure/Minimum Wage Rate
Government Programs, Contribution and Premium Rates
Maximum Monthly Benefit Summary
Employment Insurance Maximum Benefit Weeks
Accident Investigation Check Chart
OHSA First Aid Requirements
Negotiations Process Flow Chart
Dates to Remember
Proportional Value Comparison
Consumer Price Index Canada & Selected Cities
Average Annual % Increase in Base Wage Rates
Exemptions from Certain Parts of the Employment/Labour Standards Acts and
Special Rules
Postings Required
Automobile Deduction Limits and Expense Benefit Rates for Businesses
Quick References to Employment Standards by Jurisdiction
Benefits Chart Subject to CPP, EI and GST/HST
Public (Statutory) Holidays for All Jurisdictions
Vacationable Earnings by Jurisdiction
Law and Compliance Charts, Bills in Progress
Board and Lodging Maximum Deductions
List of Included and Excluded Industries Under WCB Coverage
The Most Common Types of Injuries and WCB Claims
Privacy Comparative Chart
Vacation Entitlements by Jurisdiction
Temporary Layoff by Jurisdiction
Notice of Termination by Jurisdiction
Notice of Mass Termination by Jurisdiction
Resignation Notice by Jurisdiction
Summary of Hours of Work and Overtime by Jurisdictions
Sample Pay Range Structure/Minimum Wage Rate
Government Programs, Contribution and Premium Rates
Maximum Monthly Benefit Summary
Employment Insurance Maximum Benefit Weeks
Accident Investigation Check Chart
OHSA First Aid Requirements
Negotiations Process Flow Chart
Dates to Remember
Proportional Value Comparison
Consumer Price Index Canada & Selected Cities
Average Annual % Increase in Base Wage Rates
Exemptions from Certain Parts of the Employment/Labour Standards Acts and
Special Rules
Postings Required
Automobile Deduction Limits and Expense Benefit Rates for Businesses
Quick References to Employment Standards by Jurisdiction
Benefits Chart Subject to CPP, EI and GST/HST
Public (Statutory) Holidays for All Jurisdictions
Vacationable Earnings by Jurisdiction
Law and Compliance Charts, Bills in Progress
Board and Lodging Maximum Deductions
List of Included and Excluded Industries Under WCB Coverage
The Most Common Types of Injuries and WCB Claims
Privacy Comparative Chart
Vacation Entitlements by Jurisdiction
Temporary Layoff by Jurisdiction
Notice of Termination by Jurisdiction
Notice of Mass Termination by Jurisdiction
Resignation Notice by Jurisdiction
Summary of Hours of Work and Overtime by Jurisdictions
- Summary of Statutory Leaves of Absence by Jurisdiction
- Annual Year End Payroll Checklist
Links to HRinfodesk eBulletin Archive
Authors/Editors
Author Emeritus
Derwyn Hancocks, B.A., has held both management and executive positions in human resources with well-known private sector Canadian companies. He was the founding chair of the Peel Industrial Training Advisory Committee and has taught labour relations at Sheridan College.
Managing Editor
Yosie Saint-Cyr, LL.B., was called to the Quebec bar in 1988 where she practised employment and labour law until 1999. Yosie is one of Canada’s best-known and most-respected HR authors, with an extensive background in employment and labour law across the country. She is also the HRinfodesk Managing Editor.
Content Editor
Christina Catenacci, B.A., LL. B., was called to the Ontario Bar in 2002. She received her Bachelor of Laws from the University of Windsor in 2001, and her Bachelor of Arts (Honours) from the University of Waterloo.
Assistant Editor
Adam Gorley, BA (Phil.), is a top-notch researcher, content provider and copy editor; he gained valuable experience in various human resources positions. His areas of focus include broad human resources issues, corporate social responsibility, government policies and labour market trends.
Contributing Editors
Amery Boyer, CHRP, MBA, is the owner and senior consultant of The Human Element, a bilingual organizational design and human asset management company. She has held senior HR positions in government and private industry, and served on the faculty of the Department of Management at St. Mary’s University.
Benjamin A. Kranc (pronounced "Krantz"), B.A. (Hons.), LL.B., is principal of Kranc Associates, and has been practising all facets of immigration law since 1990, specializing in corporate immigration. He is a frequent lecturer and writer on immigration law issues and is certified by the Law Society of Upper Canada as a Specialist in Immigration Law. Mr. Kranc is also the president of Emigra Canada, which provides global corporate immigration services.
Legal Editor
Cox & Palmer is a full-service law firm with offices in Halifax, Moncton, Fredericton, Saint John, Charlottetown, Summerside, and St. John’s. With more than 170 lawyers, the firm is well situated to meet the needs of its clients throughout the region.
Author Emeritus
Derwyn Hancocks, B.A., has held both management and executive positions in human resources with well-known private sector Canadian companies. He was the founding chair of the Peel Industrial Training Advisory Committee and has taught labour relations at Sheridan College.
Managing Editor
Yosie Saint-Cyr, LL.B., was called to the Quebec bar in 1988 where she practised employment and labour law until 1999. Yosie is one of Canada’s best-known and most-respected HR authors, with an extensive background in employment and labour law across the country. She is also the HRinfodesk Managing Editor.
Content Editor
Christina Catenacci, B.A., LL. B., was called to the Ontario Bar in 2002. She received her Bachelor of Laws from the University of Windsor in 2001, and her Bachelor of Arts (Honours) from the University of Waterloo.
Assistant Editor
Adam Gorley, BA (Phil.), is a top-notch researcher, content provider and copy editor; he gained valuable experience in various human resources positions. His areas of focus include broad human resources issues, corporate social responsibility, government policies and labour market trends.
Contributing Editors
Amery Boyer, CHRP, MBA, is the owner and senior consultant of The Human Element, a bilingual organizational design and human asset management company. She has held senior HR positions in government and private industry, and served on the faculty of the Department of Management at St. Mary’s University.
Benjamin A. Kranc (pronounced "Krantz"), B.A. (Hons.), LL.B., is principal of Kranc Associates, and has been practising all facets of immigration law since 1990, specializing in corporate immigration. He is a frequent lecturer and writer on immigration law issues and is certified by the Law Society of Upper Canada as a Specialist in Immigration Law. Mr. Kranc is also the president of Emigra Canada, which provides global corporate immigration services.
Legal Editor
Cox & Palmer is a full-service law firm with offices in Halifax, Moncton, Fredericton, Saint John, Charlottetown, Summerside, and St. John’s. With more than 170 lawyers, the firm is well situated to meet the needs of its clients throughout the region.
