

The policies every employer operating in New Brunswick must have.
What HR policies do we need to have in our province?
That is the one question we at HR Compliance Insider get the most. The basic answer is that you need policies to ensure compliance with your jurisdiction’s employment standards, human rights and OHS regulations, as well as the so-called common law which governs issues like termination, employment contracting and general workplace conduct. However, there are also slight variations by province. So, we’ve decided to create a Checklist of essential HR policies in each part of Canada. Here’s a New Brunswick version.
Must-Have HR Policies for New Brunswick Employers
Anti-Discrimination Policy (you can also have separate policies for racial, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, religion, family status, criminal background and other protected characteristics)
Reasonable Accommodations Policy
Equal Pay for Equal Work Policy
Workplace Accessibility Policy
Bullying & Cyberbullying Policy
Workplace Violence & Harassment Policy
Domestic Violence in the Workplace Policy
Respectful Workplace Policy
Personal Privacy in the Workplace Policy
Computer, Social Networking & Internet Use Policy
Workplace Data Security Policy
Employee Right to Disconnect Policy
Use of Digital Monitoring Technology in the Workplace Policy
Flexible Benefits/Telecommuting/Work from Home Policy
Substance Abuse, Impairment & Fitness for Work Policy
Drug & Alcohol Testing Policy
Attendance & Absenteeism Policy
Hours of Work & Work Schedule Policy
General HR Code of Conduct
Progressive Discipline Policy
Work Hours & Overtime Policy
Payment of Wages Policy
Vacation Policy
General & Statutory Holidays Policy
General Leaves of Absence Policy
Pregnancy Leave Policy
Parental & Adoption Leave Policy
Family Medical Leave Policy
Family Caregiver Leave Policy
Family Responsibility Leave Policy
Bereavement Leave Policy
Organ Donor Leave Policy
Court & Jury Duty Leave Policy
Critical Illness Leave Policy
Infectious Disease & Emergency Leave Policy
Child Death Leave Policy
Crime-Related Child Disappearance Leave Policy
Domestic or Sexual Violence Leave Policy
Sick Leave & Paid Sick Days Policy
Military Reservist Leave Policy
Termination of Employment Policy
Non-Retaliation/Reprisals Policy
General Occupational Health and Safety Policy
Refusal of Dangerous Work Policy
Joint Health & Safety Committee Policy
Emergency Response & Evacuation Policy
First Aid Policy
Infection Control & Prevention Policy
Incident & Injury Investigation & Reporting Policy
WHMIS Policy
OHS Policies addressing hazards at your worksite, which may include Fall Hazards, Confined Spaces, Electrical Hazards, Designated Substances, Machine & Equipment, Power Tools, Powered Mobile Equipment, Cranes, Hoists, Lifting Apparatus, Traffic Hazards, De-Energized Equipment, Excavations, Working Alone, Material Handling, Hot Work, Heat Stress, Cold Stress, Musculoskeletal Injuries, etc.
Nice-to-Have HR Policies in New Brunswick
Lie Detectors in the Workplace Policy
Visitors Safety & Rules of Conduct Policy
Children in the Workplace Policy
Group Benefits Plans Policy
Business & Travel Expenses Policy
Conflict of Interest Policy
Gifts, Favors & Entertainment Policy
Smoking in the Workplace Policy
Off-Duty Conduct Policy
Dress Code & Personal Appearance Policy
Performance Review & Management Policy
Inclement Weather Policy
Bring Your Own Device Policy
Use of Cell Phones in the Workplace Policy
Genetic Testing Policy
COVID-19 Vaccination Leave