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HR Compliance Scorecard for Ontario
Score your organization across 8 critical compliance areas — ESA, OHSA, Human Rights Code, Pay Equity, AODA, privacy, harassment policies, and record-keeping.
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Each area is scored as Compliant, Partial, or Non-Compliant. Your total score tells you exactly where to focus.
Employment Standards Act (ESA)
- Wage & hour compliance
- Termination & severance obligations
- Leave entitlements (family, sick, bereavement)
Risk: Fines up to $100K per offence
OHSA Compliance
- Health & safety policy posted
- JHSC or H&S representative
- Workplace harassment & violence programs
Risk: AMPs up to $1.5M for corporations
Human Rights Code
- Accommodation procedures
- Anti-discrimination policies
- Complaint handling process
Risk: HRTO damages + reinstatement orders
Pay Equity Act
- Pay equity plan (10+ employees)
- Job comparison methodology
- Annual maintenance reviews
Risk: Retroactive pay adjustments
AODA Accessibility
- Accessibility policy & plan
- IASR compliance filing
- Web content accessibility (WCAG 2.0 AA)
Risk: Fines up to $100K/day
PIPEDA / Privacy
- Privacy policy & consent procedures
- Data breach response plan
- Employee personal information protocols
Risk: Commissioner complaints + litigation
Harassment & Violence (Bill 132 / C-65)
- Written harassment program
- Investigation procedures
- Annual policy review & training
Risk: OHSA prosecutions + civil liability
Record-Keeping
- Payroll records (3+ years)
- Training records documented
- Investigation files secured
Risk: Inability to defend against claims
Score Interpretation
Strong Compliance Posture
You're well-positioned. Focus on maintaining and documenting your programs for audit readiness.
Compliance Gaps Detected
Material gaps exist. Prioritize OHSA and ESA areas first — these carry the highest financial exposure.
Critical Risk — Immediate Action Needed
Your organization faces significant regulatory exposure. A compliance audit should be your next step.
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Ontario HR Compliance Checklist for 2026
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