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Mississauga, ON – June 12, 2025 | The Ontario Restaurant Hotel & Motel Association (ORHMA) is proud to announce the launch of HR Companion, a complimentary human resources compliance and policy platform available exclusively, to all ORHMA members. Developed in partnership with First Reference, HR Companion is an industry-leading digital resource designed to simplify and strengthen HR management across Ontario’s hospitality sector.
Whether running a large hotel chain or a small independent restaurant, hospitality operators face growing complexity in HR compliance, documentation, and policy creation. HR Companion eliminates these burdens by providing ORHMA members with complimentary access to an all-in-one portal that helps streamline HR operations and ensure legislative compliance.
Powered by First Reference — Canada’s trusted provider of HR policy and compliance tools — HR Companion offers ready-to-use templates, workplace health and safety policies, and real-time legislative updates tailored to the needs of Ontario businesses.
“Our members have told us they need more support in managing workforce challenges and navigating HR compliance — especially with limited time and resources,” said Fatima Finnegan, VP of Workforce Initiatives & Industry Relations at ORHMA.
“That’s why ORHMA is investing in HR Companion — to ensure every member, regardless of their HR capacity, has access to trusted, up-to-date tools. This platform is more than a resource; it’s part of our commitment to helping members build strong, compliant, and resilient workplaces.”
This initiative reflects ORHMA’s ongoing commitment to delivering high-value solutions that reduce operational strain and empower hospitality businesses to succeed. As Ontario’s leading hospitality association, ORHMA continues to respond to industry challenges with practical, member-focused resources, advocacy, and education.
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