HR and hiring, in plain language
Guides for employers
Short, practical guides to the HR tasks small and mid-size employers face most often, with links to the official rules.
- How to write a termination letter in Canada How to write a termination letter in Canada: what to include, minimum notice in Ontario, BC and Alberta, final pay, ROE and a sample letter without cause.
- Employee handbook for a Canadian small business What a Canadian employee handbook should include, which policies Ontario, BC and Alberta require in writing, and how to roll it out so it holds up.
- Progressive discipline: steps, records and a sample warning How progressive discipline works in Canada: verbal and written warnings, final warning, when to skip steps, documentation and a sample written warning outline.
- How to run a workplace investigation How to run a workplace investigation in Canada after a harassment or misconduct complaint: interim steps, choosing an investigator, interviews, findings and reporting.
- Ontario job posting rules for employers Ontario job posting rules from January 1, 2026: pay transparency, AI disclosure, vacancy status, no Canadian experience requirement, 45-day reply and record keeping.
- Reference check questions that get real answers Reference check questions that get real answers, how to get consent under Canadian privacy law, who to call, red flags to listen for and how to record the results.
Guides are general information, not legal advice. Rules differ by province and change over time.