Resources for Employers

BC Employer Training Grant

The BC Employer Training Grant is a new joint federal and provincial program designed to help employers train new or current employees.  The goal is for employees to develop skills and certification while enhancing productivity in order to adapt to the changing requirements of jobs and the labour market.

BC Employer Training Grant

British Columbia Training Tax Credit

The training tax credit provides refundable income tax credits for employers who hire apprentices through the Industry Training Authority (ITA).

British Columbia Training Tax Credit

Canada Revenue Agency

Information and resources regarding taxation, deductions and tax credits for businesses.

Canada Revenue Agency

Canadian Human Rights Commission

Employer guide to employment screening and selection.

Canadian Human Rights Commission

Ministry of Labour and Citizen’s Service: Employment Standards Branch

The Employment Standards Branch administers the Employment Standards Act and Regulations, which set the minimum standards for wages and working conditions in the majority of workplaces.

Employment Standards Branch

Office of the Information and Privacy Commission for BC

Promotes and protects the information and privacy rights of British Columbians.  The Personal Information Protection Act (PIPA) sets out how B.C. organizations collect, use and disclose personal information.

Visit oipc.bc.ca

WorkSafe BC

WorkSafe BC is dedicated to promoting workplace health and safety for the workers and employers of British Columbia.

WorkSafe BC

Hiring for Diversity

Hiring from a diverse population strengthens your business and gives you flexibility.  Open your search to the following populations to gain the diversity advantage:

  • Youth
  • Women
  • Indigenous people
  • Immigrants
  • People with disabilities
Learn about hiring diverse people