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“Remembrance Day: the stat holiday info your biz needs to know”.

Resources | Oct 09, 2024

Where is Remembrance Day a stat holiday in Canada?

Whether or not Remembrance Day stat holiday legislation applies to your business depends on the province or territory in which you’re located. In many jurisdictions, Remembrance Day is a public holiday where qualifying employees receive the day off...

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Resources | Sep 09, 2024

Thanksgiving stat holiday info your biz needs to know

While we’re all thankful for different things at this time of year, we can likely agree that “support from the folks who...

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Resources | Aug 30, 2024

Updated provincial & territorial statutory holiday legislation for National Day for Truth and Reconciliation (Orange Shirt Day)

In 2021, National Day for Truth and Reconciliation was established as a statutory holiday for employees in the federal...

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Resources | Aug 26, 2024

Necessary info to pay New Brunswick staff accurately & on time

If you’re a business in New Brunswick (NB) or an organization with employees in the province, you’ve come to the right place...

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Resources | Aug 02, 2024

Detailed stat holiday info for Canadian businesses: Labour Day

While the way you spend your Labour Day – the last statutory holiday of the summer! – is up to you, adherance to the...

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Resources | Jul 12, 2024

“Payroll tax” provincial legislation details: the rates, exemptions, & how to make it all a breeze

Did the term “payroll tax” give you a bit of a jolt? Fair enough; after all, it’s not a remittance common across all...

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Resources | Jul 05, 2024

The payroll info your biz needs to know for “August Long Weekend”

While the “August Long Weekend” is known across Canada as a perfect opportunity for camping, attending a backyard barbecue or exploring a local festival, it goes by many different official names across the country and has its own unique statutory...

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Resources | Jun 21, 2024

The public holiday legislation your biz needs to know for National Indigenous Peoples Day

June is National Indigenous History Month, when each of us is invited to recognize and reflect upon the heritage and...

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Resources | Jun 20, 2024

Nunavut Day – stat holiday legislation explained

Every year on July 9, Nunavummiut folks in Nunavut celebrate the “birthday” of their unique territory, which was established...

Canada Day stat holiday legislation by province & territory.

Resources | Jun 11, 2024

Stat holiday legislation roundup: Canada Day

Pop quiz: when we say “Canada Day,” is your first thought of beaches, BBQs and bonfires… or is it of staff scheduling and...

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Resources | Jun 05, 2024

New workplace violence legislation impacting Saskatchewan employers

As an employer, having a workplace violence policy and prevention plan helps ensure your people are aware of the risks they face in their role, the measures they can take to prevent violent incidents from occurring, and the required steps should a...

Resources | Jun 03, 2024

Navigating Newfoundland & Labrador payroll legislation? We can help!

You likely have a great rhythm in place for paying your employees accurately and on time, but you’re also likely no stranger...

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Resources | May 24, 2024

Fête nationale du Québec - stat holiday legislation

National Holiday or “la Fête nationale du Québec” (formerly known as Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day) is known among Quebecers as...

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Resources | Apr 22, 2024

Victoria Day statutory holiday legislation round up

As the day that gives “May Long Weekend” its (unofficial) name, Victoria Day is a holiday to which many of us look forward –...

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Resources | Apr 16, 2024

Province of employment: changes from the CRA and Revenu Québec

Do you have staff working from home across Canada? If you have a remote work agreement with one or more of your full-time...

Resources | Apr 08, 2024

Questions about Québec payroll legislation? We’ve got you covered!

If you’re a Québec-based business, or an organization with employees in Québec, you likely have questions about a few...

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Resources | Mar 25, 2024

What you need to know for tax filing season: updates to Form T2200

In January 2024, the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) updated Form T2200, Declaration of Conditions of Employment, for the 2023 tax year, making it easier to complete for employees who are claiming a deduction for home office expenses. This updated form...

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