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HRinfodesk
The latest payroll and employment law news, expert analysis, and so much more
Product at a glance
- Whether you have questions about new employment standards legislation, terminations, return-to-work obligations for an injured worker, or the most effective appraisal approach for your performance management process, HRinfodesk is your best, most current source of news and informed opinion about human resources, payroll and employment law issues.
- In the face of constantly changing legislation, policies, and reporting and compliance requirements, HRinfodesk provides you with a single access point to find the answers you need. With comprehensive coverage of all Canadian jurisdictions, HRinfodesk contains all Canadian federal and provincial employment legislation including employment standards, occupational health and safety, payroll, and benefits statutes and regulations. It also includes articles, sample personnel policies, government forms and much more.
- Online annual subscription service. Includes the HRinfodesk Bulletin, a twice-monthly email newsletter. Price: $305.
Authors/Editors
Managing Editor
- Yosie Saint-Cyr, LL.B., was called to the Quebec bar in 1988 where she practised business, employment and labour law until 1999. She is a researcher, policy analyst, and content provider with an extensive background in employment and labour law across Canada. She also obtained a Certificate in Technical & Professional Writing from York University---Glendon in 2003.
Assistant Editor
- Christina Catenacci, B.A., LL.B., is the assistant editor for HRinfodesk and the content editor for The Human Resources Advisor (HRA), Ontario, Western and Atlantic editions, also published by First Reference Inc.
Contributors
- HRinfodesk features the work of many contributors, including HR and payroll experts from many of Canada’s largest law and accounting firms.
Contents
The HRinfodesk Bulletin: Summaries of the Latest News
- Twice a month you'll receive the HRinfodesk Bulletin by email, containing summaries of the latest news in Canadian employment law, including the most recent developments in employment standards, workplace health, workplace accommodation, government benefits and payroll administration.
The HRinfodesk Site: Easy Access to the Information You Need
- The HRinfodesk.com website is the core of the product. Where the Bulletin contains summaries of the latest news, HRinfodesk.com has the full text of each item.
- But HRinfodesk is more than news: it’s comprised of huge indexed, searchable databases of expert opinion from Canada’s top HR experts, as well as sample policies, frequently-asked questions, and much more. See the reverse side of this sheet for more detail on the HRinfodesk databases.
Site Components
- Home
The Home page contains all the current news summaries and links to the full stories. It also provides access to the other components of the site. New articles are added to the HRinfodesk Home page every day.
- Library
The Library tab provides access to our extensive database of articles, features, tools, forms, samples, and more. Our Managing Editor regularly reviews all the materials in the Library to ensure that they reflect current law and employment law practices. The Library is indexed first by jurisdictions (federal, provincial and territorial), and then by the following 10 headings:
- Benefits
- Broad Human Resources Issues
- Budget and Government Plans
- Employee Relations
- Employment
- Health & Safety
- Pay and Working Conditions
- Payroll
- Policies and Procedures
- Posting Requirements and Enforcement
- Quick Reference
- Terminations
- Union Relations
- Workplace Accommodation
- FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)
The FAQs tab opens our extensive collection of frequently asked questions on issues related to the personnel side of your business. The database is indexed by jurisdiction and by the same 14 headings used in the Library.
- Search
Use the Search tab to locate the information you're looking for within our databases. Our Managing Editor has carefully indexed every article, and HRinfodesk's powerful search engine locates individual items quickly and easily.
- Calendar
Our calendar provides reminders and tips about important dates, including public holidays, government deadlines, religious observances, conferences and special events.
- Ask the Editor
Use the Ask the Editor tab if you can't find the information you need on HRinfodesk, or if you just have a question about employment law. Our Managing Editor replies to all questions within one business day.
- Links
The Links tab contains important links to federal, provincial, and territorial government resources, as well as personnel related information, services, tools or products on the Internet.