Given the events that took place in 2020 I’m sure you can agree with us when we say that this past year was all about adapting. As we leave 2020 behind us and head into 2021, let’s pause for an update on what you can expect from payroll in the new year and give you…
How to Sell Payroll-As-a-Service and Create an Additional Revenue Stream for Your Bookkeeping / Accounting Practice
If you’re a business owner who is already providing financial services to your clients or maybe you’re considering offering financial services such as accounting or bookkeeping then payroll might be a perfect add-on service that can help you to create an additional revenue stream for your business. Here’s what you can expect to take away…
Is Your Business Prepared for a Workplace Inspection?
In early November, the Ontario Government mobilized approximately 200 provincial offence and by-law officers in a campaign aimed to educate, enforce, and ensure businesses are complying with COVID-19 Workplace Safety Regulations. These inspections are not scheduled in advance, and businesses cannot deny the officers access to the workplace premises. MOL officers specifically visited businesses in…
The Small & Medium-Sized Business Guide to Employee Benefits in Canada
Can you relate…? “Some of our best job candidates sign with our competitors because we don’t offer benefits and, in the long term, this will affect our company’s success. To attract and keep great employees – we need a competitive benefits package/program! Where do I start?” The Statistic You MUST KNOW EmployeeBenefitAdvisor.com recently reported that…
SMB’s Guide to Remote Onboarding For New Employees During COVID-19
The beginning of a new job is an exciting and potentially scary part of the employee life cycle, especially when done remotely. Onboarding Defined Known as “onboarding” across North America (and “induction” in other parts of the world), orienting an employee into a new role is a process of socialization that may include formal and/or…
How to Prepare Your Small Business for the Second Wave of COVID-19
The other day I was headed to the gym, you know, usual morning gym routine type of thing. Truth be told, I didn’t really feel like going. But, I knew my trainer would’ve given me a tough time if I didn’t go… so, what the heck, I went. I drove up to the plaza, put…
Our Favourite Podcasts in 2020
My name is Alif, the Marketing Specialist here at PaymentEvolution, and in this blog, I want to share with you some of our favourite podcasts we love listening to here at PaymentEvolution. How I collected my “data” First, in order to figure out what sorts of podcasts my team members listen to, I had to…
Deducting Home Office Expenses During COVID
Across the country, Canadians continue to cope with COVID-19’s second wave and as a result, many employees are still working from home while others are back at home after a brief stint in the office. As well, a number of companies have already let employees know they’ll be home-based well into 2021 with some suggesting…
Ontario ESA Amendments Introduce “Infectious Disease Emergency Leave” Protection
On May 29, 2020, and in light of recent events, the Ontario Government amended the Ontario Employment Standards Act (ESA): Infectious Disease Emergency Leave Regulations 228/20. The new rules provide temporary relief for businesses from potentially triggering termination pay or severance to non-union employees who have been temporarily experiencing a reduction in wages or hours…
How Do We Go Back?
Returning to work during a pandemic. As we begin contemplating the new normal brought on by the realities of COVID-19, small and mid-sized businesses must navigate the unknown. But you’re not alone. PaymentEvolution is here with you and for you. We’re a Canadian SMB just like you and we want to help. In Canada, spring…