Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy (“CEWS”) The CRA may follow up on claims you have remitted, at their discretion. This is nothing to worry about; like with any government program, monitoring is always present. If your claims were made in good faith and you keep adequate books and records, you will be able to answer any
Question: Our organization had to cancel our AGM due to the Coronavirus pandemic, how long do we have to reschedule? Both federally and provincially (Ontario) incorporated charities and not-for profits are required to hold an Annual General Meeting (AGM) annually, this is to be held within 15 months of the previous AGM and no more
Increasing Retention through Employee Benefits Plans Benefits are an essential part of an employee’s compensation package. In an ever-changing industry with a competitive market for skilled labour, a good benefits plan can help your company retain and attract the right people. A portion of each employee’s benefits plan is legislated, but some aspects can be
Employee morale and employee engagement are both crucial to a successful business – but it’s essential to know the difference. When it comes to deciphering the two, morale can be considered a short-term factor, whereas engagement has a more long-term impact. Morale is measured in employee contentment and willingness to participate at work. Engagement gives
The way many of us work has changed drastically over the last couple of months. Where we work and how we work is much different than what we expected. As a business owner and team leader, it’s important to do what you can to encourage working as close to normal as possible, and that includes
During this time of working remotely, it’s more important than ever to stay connected to your team in order to continue to be engaged and to stay motivated. Regardless of whether you’re an introvert or extrovert, maintaining these connections is vital. The simple act of tapping someone on the shoulder in the cubicle next to
Like all of you, we’ve been monitoring the evolving global impact of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19). As employers, our number one priority has always been and remains the health and safety of our people. We would like to share best practices on how you, as an employer, can uphold that commitment. We hope that this
The construction industry is starting to see an increase in ownership changes as owners decide to retire and pass on their legacy to the next generation, a key employee or a third party. The sale of a business sets up the seller’s retirement plans while the purchaser can move from a skilled construction worker to
Considering cash flow restrictions and the many factors that can impact the bottom line of a construction project, it is understandable that the construction industry is often slow to accept new technologies. However, being too resistant to the rapidly changing technological landscape can quickly hurt your company’s ability to compete and retain skilled labour. Readiness
In recent years, the topic of mental health and psychological well-being went from being a taboo subject to a point of focus for many individuals and organizations. Those living daily with mental health struggles were suddenly unburdened of their shame and guilt and invited to speak openly about the challenges they face day-to-day. As more
