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+         <p>
+          In the context of Canadian payroll administration, onboarding an employee refers to the formal process of integrating a new hire into
+both the organizational and payroll systems. It ensures that the employee is properly registered, legally compliant, and ready to be paid
+accurately and on time.
+         </p>
+         <p>
+          Key Steps on Onboarding an Employee:
+         </p>
+         <ul class="simple">
+          <li>
+           <p>
+            Collect Required Personal Information
+           </p>
+          </li>
+         </ul>
+         <p>
+          Includes full legal name, address, date of birth, and Social Insurance Number (SIN). The SIN is critical for tax reporting to the CRA (Canada Revenue Agency).
+* Obtain Federal &amp; Provincial Tax Forms
+New employees must complete Form TD1 (Federal and possibly a Provincial version) to declare tax credits and determine income tax withholdings.
+* Set Up Banking Info for Direct Deposit
+Employees usually provide a void cheque or bank form to set up electronic payments.
+* Register the Employee in the Payroll System
+Involves entering all personal and job-related data, assigning a payroll ID, and verifying employment status (e.g. full-time, part-time, contract).
+* Enroll in Benefits or Pension Programs
+If applicable, the employee may be signed up for group insurance, retirement savings plans (like RRSP or pension plans), and other benefits. These deductions must be accurately reflected in payroll.
+* Assign Statutory Deductions that Employers must withhold and remit:
+- CPP (Canada Pension Plan)
+- EI (Employment Insurance)
+- Income Tax (based on TD1 form)
+* Confirm Employment Agreement &amp; Start Date
+         </p>
+         <p>
+          🍁 Compliance &amp; Record Keeping
+- Employers in Canada are responsible for keeping accurate records of employee data, pay stubs, deductions, and remittances for at least 6 years.
+- If audited by CRA, these documents must be readily available.
+- Employers must also provide T4 slips by end of February each year to summarize annual earnings and deductions for tax filing.
+Let me know if you want a sample checklist or onboarding template tailored to a specific province or industry&mdash;I&rsquo;d be happy to help set that up.
+         </p>
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            Employment Standards Requirements