By Dessie Barton Termination pay remains one of the highest-risk areas of compliance for BC employers. In practice, many Employment Standards Act (ESA) complaints in 2026 are triggered not by underpayment but by timing, documentation, and calculation errors. This article outlines how termination pay works in BC today, when it’s required, how it’s calculated, […]
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Many people are attracted to the idea of working for small businesses. They may want a more personalized experience within the culture of their workplace, where the atmosphere is more relaxed, and their position is recognized and valued. However, many talented individuals end up leaving small businesses for the same reasons they didn’t want to
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Are you wondering if you can spot the types of harassment in the workplace before it creates a toxic culture? While there are signs that will make it evident that your workplace has bullying or harassment present, it does not start out of the blue. By recognizing the signs and addressing them, you can avoid
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Human resources is a vital component of any smooth-running business. Whether companies choose to keep their team in-house or outsource to a firm, HR consultants are necessary to ensure good relations between staff members, adherence to company policies, and an overall positive work environment! At Pivot HR, our consultants play a vital role in talent
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It’s thrilling to see your company growing—success is a great feeling! Are you able to handle your business’s HR needs on your own? Pivot HR assists small businesses in keeping up with company growth by taking human resources (HR) services off of their plates. This allows management’s focus to turn inward to reflect on current
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Pivot HR works with diverse clients like crown corporations, private businesses, and non-profit organizations. We work across industries, from the financial sector and law firms to small businesses and golf clubs. Regardless of industrial differences, all businesses require one thing: human resources. We specialize in people management, regardless of the industry or business size. If
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Small companies, like start-ups, often overlook the importance of having a dedicated Human Resources manager. Many factors affect this decision, whether there is a cost prohibitive or for organizational reasons. Or they believe their company would not benefit from having HR. The advantage of HR consulting services is that business owners can decide what they
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Is your business or organization ready to grow and define its place in the market like never before? Whether you’re located in Vancouver, Toronto or any major Canadian city, having access to HR expertise you can trust is essential for building a trusted foundation of success and helping you build with confidence. Regardless of the
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With the new year in full swing, organizations across Canada and their employees are taking stock of lessons learned in 2022, as well as the new realities facing today’s market after several contentious years globally. In the advent of Covid-19, there’s no denying that the mantra of “health is wealth” is more front and centre
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Does your business or organization take a proactive stance to prevent workplace bullying? As two major issues facing today’s workforce, bullying and harassment pose a serious threat to the happiness and wellness of your employees and can quickly land you in hot water if not handled correctly. While conflict and upsets may be inevitable when
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