Nova Scotia

Nova Scotia’s economy is rooted in fisheries, tourism, and manufacturing. The cost of living is moderate with affordable housing, while wages tend to be slightly lower than the national average.

Checklist of Essential HR Policies for Nova Scotia

The policies every employer operating in Nova Scotia must have. […]

Nova Scotia Leave & Compensation

Sick Days: 3 days. Vacation: Must work 1 full year before entitled […]

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Alert: April 1 2024 Minimum Wage Increases Across Canada

On April 1, 2024 minimum wage increases come into effect in several provinces, territories, and [...]

Hours of Work Compliance Game Plan

Are you risking employment standards liability for overworking your employees?

Hours of Work Policy

Here’s a template policy establishing hours of work requirements and procedures based on the [...]

Parental Leave Compliance Game Plan

12 steps for complying with employment standards law parental leave requirements.

Payroll Deduction Authorization Form

PAYROLL DEDUCTION AUTHORIZATION FORM Employee Information: Employee Name: Employee ID: Department: [...]

CPP Changes Memo

CANADA PENSION PLAN Update To: All Employees From: [Your Name/Position] Date: [Date] Subject: [...]

Statutory Holidays – Know The Laws Of Your Province

Six of Canada’s 14 jurisdictions—Federal, BC, Newfoundland, Nova Scotia, Ontario and Prince Edward [...]

2024 Statutory Holidays

Adjust your work schedules accordingly. Here’s a list of each jurisdiction’s statutory holidays in [...]

When Do Racial Jokes Create a Toxic Work Environment?

Racially offensive language is discriminatory even if it’s meant to be good natured joking. It [...]

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