HR compliance is the process of aligning workplace policies and practices with the applicable jurisdiction employment-related law, and keep in sync with industry-specific regulations, standards and trends.

Payroll compliance refers to the process of ensuring that a company adheres to all relevant legislation, regulations, standards and administrative policies when paying its employees. In Canada, this involves following the requirements set by the federal, provincial and territorial governments, Canada Revenue Agency, Revenu Quebec, minimum employment/labour standards in each province and territory and federally regulated sector.

In the last century, there has been an exponential rise in legal obligations, regulations, standards, and guidelines. As such, compliance is no longer just a concern for businesses. Instead, it is now an essential element of success across all sectors touching on essential operations. Regulatory compliance is a big deal for businesses of all sizes and industry. Not only does it help organizations pass inspections, audits and demonstrate due diligence, it also protects organizations from legal repercussions.