Practical employee relations advice for Canadian workplaces. Learn how to handle workplace conflict, employee complaints, attendance, conduct, difficult conversations and the everyday people issues managers face.
Terminating an employee in Alberta involves more than having a difficult conversation. This practical employer guide covers termination with and without cause, notice and termination pay, employment contracts, human rights considerations, final earnings, the termination meeting and a step-by-step checklist.
Can employers ask for a sick note in Canada? Sick note rules vary significantly by province. This guide breaks down the current requirements across Canada, including important 2026 changes employers need to know.
A useful performance improvement plan makes expectations clear and gives an employee a fair opportunity to improve. Here’s how to write one that managers can actually use.
Poor performance can lead to termination, but it doesn't automatically amount to just cause. Here's what Canadian employers should consider before ending employment for performance issues.
