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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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 [...]

Post-Employment References Policy

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Nova Scotia Leave & Compensation

Sick Days: 3 days. Vacation: Must work 1 full year before entitled to vacation time. Entitled to 2 [...]

Pay Transparency Policy

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2023 Minimum Wage Rates Across Canada

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Pay Transparency – Know The Laws Of Your Province

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The Use of Lie Detector Tests – Know The Laws Of Your Province

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Call-In & Reporting Pay Policy

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When You Don’t Have to Pay Employees Termination Notice – Know The Laws Of Your Province

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Checklist of Essential HR Policies for Nova Scotia

The policies every employer operating in Nova Scotia must have. What HR policies do we need to have [...]

The Top 10 HR Compliance Cases of 2023 So Far & Their Impact on You

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Paid Personal Sick Days Policy Template, BC Version

In 2022, BC made paid leave for the COVID-19 public health emergency a permanent part of the [...]

Paid Sick Days Policy Template, Federal Version

In 2022, Canada adopted Bill C-3 giving federally regulated employees up to 10 days of paid leave [...]

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