Employment Classification Policy
Employment Classification Policy
Ensure your workers are correctly classified and your business is legally protected with this Employment Classification Policy Template, built for Ontario small businesses.
This legally sound, professionally written policy outlines the distinctions between employees, independent contractors, and agency workers—based on Ontario’s Employment Standards Act (ESA), CRA rules, and relevant case law.
Perfect for small business owners who hire full-time, part-time, or freelance help, this policy helps you avoid costly penalties, misclassification audits, and legal disputes.
What’s Included:
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Employment Classification Policy (Ontario-specific)
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Definitions and legal standards (ESA, CRA, OHSA)
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Responsibilities of employers and managers
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Reclassification procedures
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Audit-ready formatting
Ideal for:
Employers hiring staff or freelancers
Businesses using contractors or agency workers
Startups setting up their HR compliance
Stay compliant, hire smart, and protect your company from risk—without a full HR department.
Expertly developed HR tools and templates, DirectiveHR is your trusted partner in simplifying compliance and building professional workplaces. Our documents are clear, concise, and backed by real HR expertise—used by 1,000+ businesses Canada wide.
Each purchase includes an instantly downloadable digital file, delivered in PDF and editable DOCX formats. When applicable, a fillable PDF version is also provided for ease of use. Whether you're updating a policy or starting from scratch, you’ll have everything you need to implement professional HR standards with confidence.