Onboarding Policy

Onboarding Policy
Welcome your new hires with confidence and clarity using this professionally written Onboarding Policy Template, designed specifically for Canadian small businesses. This policy provides a step-by-step structure for integrating new employees into your organization from day one through their first 90 days.
Whether you have a formal HR team or not, this easy-to-use template outlines the responsibilities of managers, HR (or the business owner), and team members—ensuring a smooth transition for every new employee. It includes timelines, legal compliance tips, and practical onboarding actions that help boost retention and productivity.
- Covers pre-start, first day, first week, 30-day and 90-day onboarding phases
- Fully editable and compliant with Canadian HR standards
- Ideal for small business owners, startups, and growing teams
- Includes space to customize training, expectations, and goals
- Helps improve employee engagement and performance from day one
- Ready to download, personalize, and use
- Developed to align with Employment Standards Act (Ontario)
Use this onboarding policy as part of your HR foundation or employee handbook.
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.