It is with mixed emotions that I am announcing the closure of Kissinger HR Services. It has been a truly remarkable adventure for the past few years, but the time is right for me to take my career in a new direction and I have accepted a full-time position with the Buchan Group of Companies …
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Deadline for Monitoring Policy October 11
As part of the “Working for Workers Act 2022” passed in April 2022, the Employment Standards Act has been updated to include a requirement for workplaces with more than 25 employees to disclose how, when and why the employer uses electronic methods to monitor employees. The deadline for …
Lots to Consider with Flexible Work Policies
The biggest impact of the COVID pandemic has been the shift in “how” and “when” people are performing work. As a result, we are seeing more employers adopting “flexible work arrangements” to both retain staff and lower overhead costs. Like all policies, these are not “one size fits all”. When …
New Minimum Wage Effective Oct 1
Did you know the Ontario Minimum Wage rose again on October 1, 2021? The new general rate is $14.35 per hour; Students are $13.50 and Liquor Servers are $12.55. The raise is the result of the cost of living increase that was built in by the Ontario Government in 2018. Make sure your …
Health and Safety Training Now Available at Kissinger HR Services
We know how expensive and difficult it can be to arrange health and safety training for your employees. Whether you need specialized training for forklifts or confined spaces; or everyday basics such as WHMIS and new worker training, we have you covered. We offer our courses to everyone - …