In response to the current pandemic of COVID-19, the Government of Canada has made several adjustments to assist federal employees, businesses and individuals in various Acts: Income Tax Act and Income Tax Regulations Temporarily increasing Canada Child Benefit payment in order to provide additional assistance to families with children. Individuals and families with low/modest incomes will receive one extra payment of GST/HST (Goods and Sales Tax) credit. For 2020 reducing mi

COVID-19 has prompted several provinces to amend/create Acts to better support workers during a public health emergency and any other future emergencies. Alberta ESA Temporary Workplace Rules The province of Alberta has implemented temporary measures to help employees and employers manage during these critical times. The following amendments/additions are in effect for the duration of public health emergency and until the government deems it is no longer needed: Created an un

Sometimes as employees we don’t know our own rights, and sometimes as employees we don’t fight for our rights even if we know them because we are scared we may lose our jobs. Canada has both federal and provincial laws in place to protect employees and to establish rules that employers must follow. As an employer, it is crucial that all current legislation be followed. Now, more than ever, there is a vast amount of legislation that details how employees must be treated fairly