Peak Performance Human Resources Corp.

09/17/2026

📅 Ontario employers: mark your calendars!

Ontario’s minimum wage rates will increase on October 1, 2026:

• General minimum wage: $17.60 → $17.95 per hour
• Student minimum wage: $16.60 → $16.90 per hour

Now is the time to:

✓ Review employee wage rates
✓ Update payroll and HRIS systems
✓ Check employment agreements and compensation schedules
✓ Prepare for pay periods that cross October 1
✓ Consider whether internal pay differentials should also be reviewed

Minimum-wage compliance is assessed on a pay-period basis, so make sure your payroll calculations are ready before the new rates take effect.

Read the full article:
https://peakperformancehr.ca/reminder-ontario-minimum-wage-increase-october-1-2026/

Need help preparing? Peak Performance HR can review your compensation practices, payroll requirements and employment documentation.

📞 416-822-3471
✉️ [email protected]

09/16/2026

Is your employment agreement still protecting your business?

Recent Ontario Court of Appeal decisions and changes to the Employment Standards Act are an important reminder that employment agreements shouldn’t be “set and forget” documents.

Outdated or unenforceable termination language could expose your business to significantly greater obligations than expected. Now is a good time to review key areas such as:

• Termination with and without cause
• Benefits and severance obligations
• Temporary layoff provisions
• Compliance with current employment standards
• Consistency across all termination-related clauses

If your agreements haven’t been reviewed recently, Peak Performance HR can help identify areas that may need updating and coordinate with your employment lawyer when legal advice is required.

Read the full article:
https://peakperformancehr.ca/is-your-employment-agreement-still-protecting-your-business/

08/21/2026

The end of summer can bring a noticeable shift in energy, focus, and motivation at work.

For employers, a little flexibility, communication, and support can go a long way in helping employees transition back into their routines.

Our latest blog looks at practical ways businesses can support their teams through the “end of summer blues” and start the fall season on a positive note.

Read the full blog: https://peakperformancehr.ca/end-of-summer-blues-helping-employees-transition-back-to-work/

The long summer days, vacations, long weekends, time at the cottage, family time and more relaxed routines begin to disappear. Calendars start filling up again, children return to school, projects that were put on hold resume, and the familiar pace of work returns.

07/23/2026

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05/26/2026

Running a small or mid-sized business this summer?

Vacation scheduling, coverage gaps, employee burnout, and seasonal hiring can create real HR pressure.

Our latest blog shares practical ways to prepare early and stay organized.

Read it here: https://peakperformancehr.ca/practical-hr-strategies-for-a-busy-summer-season/

05/05/2026

Ontario’s minimum wage is increasing again on October 1, 2026.

For employers, this means more than simply updating hourly rates. It can affect payroll costs, overtime, vacation pay, public holiday pay, internal equity, and employee retention.

Planning ahead now can help your business stay compliant and avoid last-minute payroll or compensation issues.

Read the latest blog from Peak Performance HR to learn what employers should do now.

https://peakperformancehr.ca/another-wage-increase-is-on-the-horizon-heres-what-to-do-now/

03/11/2026

We've been nominated! 🏆

Peak Performance Human Resources Corp. has been nominated for the 2026 Canadian HR Reporter Readers' Choice Awards — HR Management Consultants category — and we are incredibly honoured.
Since 2012, we've had the privilege of supporting 200+ small and mid-sized organizations across Canada, the U.S., and internationally. This recognition means the world to us — and it's only possible because of the trust our clients place in us every day.

If we've ever supported your team, we'd love your vote. It takes just a few minutes and makes a huge difference. 👇

🗳️ Vote here: https://surveys.keymedia.com/s3/524510dcb3ff?utm_medium=email&_hsenc=p2ANqtz-__7A7exsBHoJblBtgmww7-J4XoFpk8WKC2rR4sbUgoYRqzg8CJveREIZQ06blXKV2zHH3PZHK1_jZsM4BnVbHFHUS2fM6Q35Z7aMT0JXi9rYVjcvs&_hsmi=405014446&utm_content=405014446&utm_source=hs_automation

Thank you for being part of our journey. 🙏

03/11/2026

Did you know your gut is basically a second brain? 🧠

This March is Nutrition Month, and we're doing something a little different — we're hosting a free workshop on how what you eat directly affects your focus, energy, and performance at work.

🎙️ Feed Your Brain: The Gut-Brain Secret to Focus and Energy
📅 March 27, 2026
⏰ 12:00 PM
💻 Live via Microsoft Teams
💰 Completely free

Featuring Samira Zarghami, Registered Dietitian & Certified Diabetes Educator, in partnership with Stack & Spoon.

You'll walk away with practical strategies you can actually use — to sharpen your focus, sustain your energy, and feel better at work every day.

👉 Grab your free spot: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScHxtk3wjPIQ3D1mNjZTvluK0nedBn0AXhDCon8Ug4uO_hEzA/viewform

02/12/2026

Lisa Kay of Peak Performance HR was featured in Human Resources Director discussing pet bereavement leave and modern employee benefits.

Compassionate policies are more than perks. They are signals of culture.

Forward thinking organizations understand that empathy builds loyalty.

Read Article here: https://www.hcamag.com/ca/specialization/benefits/pet-bereavement-leave-offering-competitive-edge-in-talent-market/565055

02/11/2026

Discover a Smarter Way to Manage Your HR Information - plus a FREE Lunch!

Have you considered implementing an HR system to simplify how your organization manages people data and processes?

Peak Performance HR has partnered with Employment Hero, a modern, all-in-one Employment Operating System that brings HR, payroll, compliance, recruitment, and employee management into a single, secure platform.

Designed to support the full employee lifecycle, Employment Hero replaces manual, paper-based processes with automated workflows that improve efficiency, accuracy, and visibility across your organization. While essential for larger organizations, small businesses benefit just as significantly!

The platform supports key HR functions such as recruitment, onboarding, document management, payroll & benefits, compliance tracking, performance management, and employee self-service. Built-in automation, reminders, and real-time reporting reduce administrative burden and compliance risk.

Our consulting team at Peak Performance HR can also support you through the implementation and provide ongoing, day-to-day guidance to ensure the system works seamlessly for your organization.

If you’ve been thinking about moving to a more streamlined HR system, this is an excellent opportunity to see what’s possible. To introduce you to the platform, I’d like to personally invite you to an exclusive live demonstration led by an Employment Hero solutions expert:

📅 Tuesday, February 24th, 2026
🕛 12:00 PM EST
📍 Virtual (Lunch & Learn format)

As a thank-you for your time, all attendees who register for this webinar will receive a $25 SkipTheDishes e-gift card, so you can enjoy lunch while learning more about how Employment Hero can support your organization.

Space is limited. To reserve your spot and claim your lunch voucher, simply send me a DM and we’ll take care of the rest.

I hope you can join us for what promises to be a valuable and informative session!