Compliance & Legal Information
Comprehensive compliance documentation for Canadian employment law, tax requirements, and regulatory obligations. All information is sourced from official government resources and aligned with ISO standards.
Our Compliance Commitment
InfraDev maintains full compliance with all Canadian federal and provincial employment laws, tax regulations, and workplace safety requirements. Our policies are aligned with international standards including ISO 9001 (Quality Management) and ISO 27001 (Information Security Management).
Official Government Resources
All compliance information is based on official Canadian government sources
Federal Government Resources
- Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) - Tax, payroll, and remittance requirements
- Service Canada - Employment Insurance - EI contribution rates and requirements
- Canada Pension Plan (CPP) - CPP contribution rates and maximums
- Federal Employment Standards - Federal labour law requirements
- Labour Standards - Federal labour standards and regulations
Provincial Employment Standards
- Ontario Employment Standards Act - Ontario labour laws and requirements
- Quebec Labour Standards Act - Quebec employment regulations
- British Columbia Employment Standards - BC labour requirements
- Alberta Employment Standards - Alberta labour laws
- Manitoba Employment Standards - Manitoba employment regulations
U.S. Government Resources
- U.S. IRS - Independent Contractor Defined - U.S. contractor classification rules
- IRS - Employee vs. Independent Contractor - Classification guidelines
- U.S. Department of Labor - FLSA - Fair Labor Standards Act information
Key Compliance Requirements
Essential compliance information for hiring in Canada
Tax & Payroll Compliance
- CPP Contributions: 5.95% of earnings up to $66,600 (2024 maximum), employer matches employee contributions
- EI Contributions: 2.21% of earnings up to $60,300 (2024 maximum), employer pays 1.4x employee rate
- Income Tax: Federal rates range from 15-33%, plus provincial rates (varies by province)
- T4 Slips: Required annually for all employees, must be issued by February 28
- Remittance Deadlines: Monthly, quarterly, or annually depending on payroll size
Source: Canada Revenue Agency
Employment Standards
- Minimum Wage: Varies by province ($14-$16.55 CAD per hour in 2024)
- Vacation Entitlement: Minimum 2 weeks federally, provincial variations apply
- Statutory Holidays: 9-10 paid holidays depending on province
- Overtime: Generally 1.5x regular rate after 8 hours/day or 40 hours/week (varies by province)
- Termination Notice: Varies by province and length of service
Source: Federal Employment Standards
Workplace Safety
- Workers' Compensation: Required in all provinces, rates vary by industry and province
- CNESST (Quebec): Commission des normes, de l'équité, de la santé et de la sécurité du travail
- WSIB (Ontario): Workplace Safety and Insurance Board coverage required
- WorkSafeBC: British Columbia workers' compensation requirements
- Safety Training: Province-specific safety training and certification requirements
Source: Provincial workers' compensation boards
Provincial Variations
- Ontario: 2 weeks vacation, 9 statutory holidays, 3 weeks after 5 years
- Quebec: 2 weeks vacation, 8 statutory holidays, QPP and QPIP contributions
- British Columbia: 2 weeks vacation, 10 statutory holidays
- Alberta: 2 weeks vacation, 9 statutory holidays
- Other Provinces: Each province has specific employment standards requirements
Source: Provincial employment standards legislation
ISO-Aligned Policies
Our policies are aligned with international standards for quality and security
Quality Policy
Our ISO-aligned quality management policy ensures consistent, high-quality service delivery for all clients. We maintain rigorous quality standards in all aspects of our EOR and consulting management services.
View Quality Policy →Security & Privacy Policy
Comprehensive security and privacy policy aligned with ISO 27001 standards, PIPEDA (Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act), and Canadian data protection requirements.
View Privacy Policy →Environmental Policy
Our commitment to environmental sustainability and responsible business practices, aligned with ISO 14001 environmental management standards.
View Environmental Policy →Key Statistics & Data
Verified statistics on Canadian employment and hiring
Salary Differences
Canadian developers earn 10-40% less than U.S. equivalents while maintaining comparable skill levels and education standards.
Based on 2024 salary surveys and market data
Tax Rates
Combined federal and provincial tax rates range from 20-50% depending on province and income level. Effective rates are typically lower due to deductions and credits.
Source: Canada Revenue Agency
Hiring Timelines
Traditional entity formation takes 3-6 months. EOR services enable hiring in 24-48 hours, providing significant time-to-market advantages.
Based on typical business registration and setup processes
Cost Savings
U.S. companies save an average of $20,000-$50,000 annually per employee when hiring in Canada, including salary differences and reduced overhead costs.
Based on comparative employment cost analysis
Employer Contributions
CPP: 5.95% up to $66,600 (2024). EI: 2.21% up to $60,300 (2024). Plus provincial variations including QPP/QPIP in Quebec.
Source: Canada Revenue Agency
Vacation Entitlements
Minimum 2 weeks federally, with provincial variations. Some provinces require 3 weeks after 5 years of service.
Source: Provincial employment standards legislation
Questions About Compliance?
Our team is well-versed in Canadian employment law and tax requirements. Contact us for specific compliance questions or to discuss your hiring needs.
Contact Us for Compliance QuestionsOr email us at marc@infradevconsulting.com