Human Resources
Enhancing HR with Technology: Practical Tools for Tourism and Hospitality Employers
First, some housekeeping – I’m not a “robot.” More specifically, I’m not Generative AI. Second, if you feel mixed emotions about bringing new HR technology into the workplace, you’re not alone. From team communication platforms to “AI in the workplace” policies, choosing the right tech is all about finding tools that create positive change across… Continue reading Enhancing HR with Technology: Practical Tools for Tourism and Hospitality Employers
Tips for Navigating the Canada Summer Jobs Application
Tourism and hospitality employers interested in applying for the Canada Summer Jobs Program should read this article for expert tips from our Regional HR Consultant.
Handling Tips, Tipping Policy and Payroll Tax Requirements
In the food and beverage industry, handling tips and setting a tipping policy is an essential aspect of running a successful business but managing it requires careful planning. Whether tips are received electronically or in cash, there are specific considerations that restaurant owners and employees must be aware of to ensure compliance with payroll tax requirements and understanding the differences between cash and electronic tips and creating a fair tipping policy.
Immigration & Global Talent
The "BC Employer Guide" presentation slides offer an overview of recent changes affecting temporary foreign worker programs, student work permits, and immigration pathways. go2HR’s resource provides links to federal updates for Temporary Foreign Worker Programs and newly introduced caps on international student visas. It outlines the HIRES/EMPP initiatives that provide a framework for employing refugees in the tourism and hospitality industry, fostering workforce diversity and engagement. Additional resources include recruitment and retention tools for hiring through the Francophone Mobility program, and useful links to specialized HR tools, free services and industry training available through go2HR.
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Compensation Checklist
Ready to tackle your compensation strategy? Our easy-to-use Compensation Strategy Checklist is here to help! Use this checklist as a pulse check on your strategy as you uncover the key elements of a top-notch rewards plan.
Navigating the Employee Exit Landscape
This article from the Regional HR Consultant for Cariboo Chilcotin Coast covers voluntary and involuntary terminations, with or without cause, and the role of progressive discipline in addressing employee misconduct or performance issues before termination.
How to Improve Intergenerational Communication in the Workplace
The workplace has become a multi-generational environment. The cultural, economic and social variances between generations often makes productive communication difficult.
Conducting Seasonal Layoffs with Compassion
Employers can learn how to conduct seasonal layoffs with compassion with these tips and advice from our Regional HR Consultant Christie Blaquiere from Cariboo Chilcotin Coast.
How to Develop a Total Compensation Strategy?
Industry leaders have their Total Compensation strategy locked in and are using it as a competitive advantage. In this article, learn how to take full advantage of developing a Total Compensation strategy for your Tourism & Hospitality business.
How to Determine Wages – Small Employers Guide
Setting wages is a key aspect of running a business. In this article, learn how to determine wages as a small employer in the Hospitality & Tourism Industry in BC.