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Enhancing HR with Technology: Practical Tools for Tourism and Hospitality Employers
Integrating HR technology into the workplace is about enhancing operations, communication, and efficiency—not replacing human roles. From Applicant Tracking Systems to transcription tools and AI-powered solutions, the right tech can streamline tasks while supporting meaningful work and business success.
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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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 Manage Psychological Health & Safety in Your Workplace
Prioritizing mental well-being leads to higher productivity, stronger engagement, improved morale, fewer conflicts, and better employee retention. You may already know this — and you might have been applying many of the principles outlined in WorkSafeBC’s Framework for Psychological Health & Safety without even realizing it. Follow along to build on your existing strengths, address areas for improvement, and take practical steps to foster a supportive, resilient workplace.
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.
Winter Driving Resources
Stay safe and prepared on the roads in winter with expert tips, guides, and essential resources.
Compass Group Canada Demonstrates Strong Commitment to Safety with COR Certification
Jia Yi Goh, Health and Safety, Quality Assurance (HSQA) Manager at Compass Group Canada recommends go2HR’s COR program.