Welcome to the ORHMA Team Dr. Jasveen Rattan!

We are pleased to welcome Dr. Jasveen Rattan, ORHMA's new Director of Policy and Government Relations. In this critical leadership role, Jasveen will report directly to our President & CEO, Tony Elenis, and will serve as a key member of the ORHMA senior leadership team as she advances ORHMA’s work with all levels of government. Read more.

International Experience Canada Program Proposing Regulatory Amendments

Excerpt from the Department of Citizenship and Immigration

The International Experience Canada Program (the Program) is proposing regulatory amendments to address two issues. For more information, click here.

Visa Requirement Changes for Mexican Citizens Will Negatively Impact Ontario’s Visitor Economy

Prior to COVID-19, Canada & Ontario experienced record-breaking overseas visitors. While we are still waiting for international visitors to meet the 2019 numbers, we have seen political alienations from top feeder markets such as China & India. With the Visa requirement changes, we will now see the important Mexican market decline. There has been much worry in the tourism & hospitality sectors. To view the letter forwarded to Minister Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, from Ontario sectors voicing our concerns, click here.

CAN WiN is Seeking Employer Partners in Brantford, ON

CAN WiN (Canadian Partners in Workforce Innovation) works with employers to increase workforce inclusion of people with disabilities. CAN WiN offers free services of inclusive recruitment, retention, training, and consulting and is seeking Employer Partners in Brantford, ON. To connect, please email CAN WiN here.

Hotel Cleaning Service (HCS)

Simplify your establishment operational efficiency with HCS' housekeeping staffing services. They take the burden of recruitment & turnover off your shoulders by providing a steady stream of well-trained and reliable staff. Let HCS handle the complexities of HR, allowing your management team to focus on operational excellence and profitability. 

Energy Incentives to Help Small Businesses Save Money - Now Available

The Save on Energy Small Business program is designed to help small businesses across Ontario, with 50 or fewer employees, make equipment improvements to reduce their energy consumption at no cost. The program offers small business owners direct-install incentives on a range of equipment, with the objective of helping small businesses become more energy-efficient to enhance customer experience and employee satisfaction. Learn more.

Limited Time Offers from LCBO

LCBO has released their Limited Time Offer (LTO) Price Book for March 31, 2024 to April 27, 2024. ORHMA continues to share these LTO's with members to assist with budgeting and planning. View here.

Wage-fixing and No-poaching Agreements are Illegal in Canada

Like price-fixing agreements between competitors, wage-fixing and no-poaching agreements undermine competition. Maintaining and encouraging competition among employers results in higher wages and salaries, as well as better benefits and employment opportunities for employees. Read more.

Vacation Time and Vacation Pay

This employment standard has two parts: vacation time and vacation pay. Some employees have jobs that are exempt from the vacation with pay provisions of the ESA. For more information on these job categories, please see the special rule tool here. For more information, click here.

INDUSTRY NEWS & CELEBRATIONS

Sheraton Gateway at TO Int'l Airport Launches Family-Themed Suites

TORONTO — The Sheraton Gateway at Toronto International Airport has launched its family-themed suites in two distinct offerings: Wild Wonders and Gamer Zone.